Star Decals 35-851 German 1. Skijäger Division 1/35 – Decals for German Ski Division Vehicle Models

Star Decals 35-851 German 1. Skijäger Division 1/35 is a high-quality waterslide decal set dedicated to modelers building replicas in 1/35 scale. The set includes unique markings and painting schemes for vehicles used by the 1st Skijäger Division (the German ski infantry division) fighting on the Eastern Front during World War II. This specialist product is intended for demanding historical modeling enthusiasts who wish to faithfully recreate this rarely depicted armored unit of the Wehrmacht.

Contents and Set Details

• Licensed, high-quality waterslide decals for precise application to models.
• Markings and emblems for selected vehicles used by the 1st Skijäger Division:
  • T-34 model 1941 (captured Soviet tank),
  • T-34 model 1943,
  • R.S.O. (Raupenschlepper Ost – half-tracked supply tractor),
  • Grille Ausf H (self-propelled gun),
  • Kubelwagen (VW Type 82 light field car).
• Painting schemes with authentic colors, based on archival photographs and historical documents.
• Clear instruction manual for decal placement on models.

Historical Background and Usage

The 1st Skijäger Division was a specialist German mountain infantry formation adapted for operations in harsh winter conditions on the Eastern Front between 1943 and 1945. The use of captured T-34 tanks as well as German platforms such as the Grille Ausf H and R.S.O. confirmed the unit's versatility and adaptability in winter combat, especially in the Karelia region and northern Russia.

Product Category and Materials

• Category: waterslide decals for plastic scale models.
• The decals are printed using technology that ensures high detail and color durability.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

This set is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 3/5) who wish to give their models a unique and historically accurate appearance. It is the perfect choice for those building Eastern Front dioramas, collectors, and World War II military enthusiasts who value detail authenticity and rare paint schemes.