Trumpeter 00409 German Karl gun Artillery (1/35)

Challenge your modeling skills by building the unique heavy artillery model – Trumpeter 00409 German "Karl" gun Artillery in 1/35 scale. This plastic model kit is an exceptionally accurate replica of the legendary self-propelled mortar “Karl-Gerät,” one of the most impressive artillery constructions of World War II. The model was created by the renowned company Trumpeter, known for their high-quality details and precise historical recreations of military vehicles.

History of the Original

The Karl-Gerät (Gerät 040/041) was a German self-propelled mortar of 600 mm caliber, introduced into Wehrmacht service during World War II. Only seven units of this behemoth were built, used for destroying heavily fortified targets such as bunkers, shelters, and fortifications. The “Karl” mortars took part in, among others, the siege of Sevastopol, the Warsaw Uprising, and combat on the Eastern Front between 1941-1945. The Germans used this monster to instill terror and break through the heaviest enemy positions.

About the Model

• Scale: 1/35 – perfect representation of details while maintaining the model’s large size.
• Country of origin of the original: Germany.
• Historical period: World War II (1941-1945).
• Material: high-quality plastic, easy to work with and assemble.
• Sprue elements rich in detail, movable suspension parts, prominent rivets and mechanical details.
• Features a plastic gun barrel with a realistic texture, which can be positioned in various firing angles.
• Includes detailed decals with historical markings.
• No resin or metal add-ons are included – the set is based on premium quality plastic components.
• Category: plastic model kit – heavy World War II artillery.

Who is it for?

Trumpeter 00409 German Karl gun Artillery is a model we strongly recommend to advanced modelers passionate about World War II militaria. The assembly difficulty is rated 4/5 – it requires patience, precision, and experience building large tracked vehicles and working with decals. For enthusiasts of German military technology, reenactors, and collectors it is an absolute must-have. The set does not include paints or glue – we recommend using dedicated modeling accessories for the best final results.

Discover incredible engineering details and recreate a fragment of history in model scale – choose Trumpeter 00409 German Karl gun Artillery (1/35)!