German 88 mm Flak 18 Camouflage (6870071)
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| Article Number | 6870071 |
| Scale | 1:87 HO Scale |
| Build Type | Ready-Made |
| Dimensions | L: 3.2 in · W: 1 in · H: 1.1 in |
| Historical & Vehicle Details | |
| Country | Germany |
| Military Branch | German Armed Forces (Wehrmacht) |
| Era | World War II |
| Vehicle Type | Towed Anti-Aircraft Gun |
| Vehicle Family | 88 mm Flak |
| Paint Scheme | German Three-Color Camouflage |
Model Overview
A Ready-Made 1:87 / HO scale Artitec German 88 mm Flak 18 in a tan-based three-color camouflage finish. This highly detailed model depicts the German heavy anti-aircraft gun mounted on its wheeled transport carriage, making it an excellent addition to anti-aircraft batteries, artillery displays, towing scenes, military convoys, and World War II dioramas.
The model features the Flak 18’s long 88 mm barrel, recoil mechanism, protective gun shield, operator seats, elevation and traverse controls, aiming handwheels, cable reels, and detailed front and rear transport bogies. Green and reddish-brown disruptive lines cross the tan base finish, while subtle dust, grime, rust-toned wear, and worn edges create a convincing field-service appearance. Tarp-covered equipment and additional stowed gear complete the operational presentation.
- Ready-Made 1:87 / HO scale Artitec model
- German 88 mm Flak 18 heavy anti-aircraft gun on its wheeled transport carriage
- Tan-based three-color camouflage with green and reddish-brown disruptive lines
- Realistic dust, grime, rust-toned wear, fading, and worn-edge effects
- Detailed gun assembly with long 88 mm barrel, recoil mechanism, protective shield, aiming controls, and handwheels
- Front and rear transport bogies with towing hardware, fenders, suspension components, wheels, and weathered tires
- Fine exterior details including operator seats, cable reels, stabilizing equipment, brackets, and mechanical components
- Tarp-covered equipment and stowed gear add to the realistic field-used appearance
- Hand-painted, collector-quality Artitec model made from resin with etched-metal detail parts
- Suitable for military collectors, HO-scale layouts, artillery displays, World War II scenes, and dioramas
Vehicle History
About Artitec Ready-Made Models
Artitec's Ready-Made models are handcrafted from high-quality resin and produced in limited runs. Each model is expertly preassembled, hand-painted, and often subtly weathered to recreate the appearance of a real vehicle in service. Because every model is finished by hand, small variations may occur, making each piece unique.
Artitec uses vacuum-cast resin to reproduce exceptionally fine, true-to-scale details that can be difficult to achieve with conventional manufacturing methods. Etched-brass parts are added where appropriate to capture delicate components and further enhance realism.
Each model is assembled, painted, and weathered by skilled specialists—a process requiring considerable time, precision, and experience. Artitec Ready-Made models are ideal for collectors seeking exceptional detail and realism without the time and effort required to build and finish a model kit.