Italeri 6562 - 15 cm Panzerwerfer 42 auf sWS (1:35)
Italeri 6562 is a plastic kit of the German Panzerwerfer 42 auf sWS self-propelled rocket launcher from World War II. The subject is the combat conversion based on the Schwerer Wehrmachtschlepper, fitted with the 10-barrel 15 cm Nebelwerfer 42, protective shields and armoured ammunition stowage. The finished model is 198 mm long, and the box includes decals for 2 versions plus colour instructions.
Italeri 6562 represents the Panzerwerfer 42 auf sWS, a German self-propelled rocket launcher built on the Schwerer Wehrmachtschlepper half-track chassis.
The sWS as the carrier
The Schwerer Wehrmachtschlepper was developed for carrying supplies to front-line units and for towing light guns. Its large rear load area also made it suitable for specialised conversions, including the Panzerwerfer 42.
Launcher armament and vehicle changes
This version mounted the 10-barrel 15 cm Nebelwerfer 42. Originally intended for laying smoke screens, the launcher was soon used with high-explosive rockets as well. The vehicle therefore received protective shields and an armoured ammunition compartment, distinguishing it from the standard cargo or tractor configuration and protecting the crew from both enemy fire and the launcher's blast.
Kit features
The plastic kit is in 1:35 scale and builds to a length of 198 mm. It is rated at difficulty level 4. The box includes decals for 2 versions and colour instructions.
| Category: | Military Vehicles |
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| Weight: | 0.369 kg |
| EAN: | 8001283065627 |
| Scale: | 1/35 |
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