{"product_id":"kettenkraftrad-w-infantry-cart-goliath-demolition-vehicle-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"Kettenkraftrad w\/ Infantry Cart \u0026 Goliath Demolition Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild a unique collection of German military support vehicles from the Second World War with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya Kettenkraftrad w\/ Infantry Cart \u0026amp; Goliath Demolition Vehicle 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit recreates the versatile Sd.Kfz.2 Kettenkraftrad, its infantry trailer and the remote-controlled Goliath demolition vehicle, featuring finely moulded parts, realistic surface details and authentic German markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII vehicle enthusiasts, collectors and diorama builders looking to create detailed battlefield scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicles: Sd.Kfz.2 Kettenkraftrad, Infantry Cart \u0026amp; Goliath Demolition Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed tracked motorcycle and trailer components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRealistic Goliath demolition vehicle details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic German Army decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKettenkraftrad with infantry cart\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoliath demolition vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSd.Kfz.2 Kettenkraftrad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, commonly known as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKettenkrad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, was one of the most unusual and versatile vehicles used by the German military during the Second World War. Originally developed as a lightweight tracked vehicle for airborne troops, it combined the compact size of a motorcycle with the mobility of a tracked vehicle, allowing it to operate effectively across difficult terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered by an Opel Olympia engine, the Kettenkrad featured a motorcycle-style front wheel for steering and tracked propulsion for improved traction. It was used for a wide range of tasks including towing aircraft, transporting communications equipment, laying cable, carrying supplies and moving personnel in areas where conventional vehicles struggled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003einfantry cart trailer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e increased the Kettenkrad's usefulness by allowing it to carry additional equipment, ammunition and supplies. Its small size and excellent off-road capability made it particularly valuable on the Eastern Front, where muddy conditions and rough terrain often limited the movement of larger vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe kit also includes the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGoliath tracked demolition vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a remote-controlled explosive carrier designed to destroy enemy positions, fortifications and armoured vehicles. Controlled by a cable connection, the Goliath carried a large explosive charge that could be directed towards its target before being detonated. Although vulnerable to enemy fire and difficult terrain, it represented an early attempt at battlefield remote-control technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth vehicles saw service across multiple theatres of the war, including the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItaly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. While neither was a frontline combat vehicle in the traditional sense, both played important specialist roles supporting German military operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the Kettenkrad and Goliath remain among the most recognisable and unusual vehicles of the Second World War, making them popular subjects for military historians, collectors and scale modellers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60215265034574,"sku":"32502","price":13.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32502_1.jpg?v=1784989246","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/kettenkraftrad-w-infantry-cart-goliath-demolition-vehicle-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}