Airfix 1/72 WWII Afrika Corps Plastic Model Kit

Rommels, crack troops, the Afrika Korps, fought Montgomerys 8th Army, the Desert Rats, across the North African desert culminating in the major Battle of El Alamein.

This superb set contains various fighting poses as well as a senior staff officer. Total in pack is 48 unpainted figures.

This exceptional 1:76 scale figure set vividly depicts Rommel's Afrika Korps, offering 48 unpainted plastic figures in a variety of combat stances. The set includes a senior staff officer and soldiers in dynamic action poses, ideal for recreating the desert campaigns of World War II.

Key Features

• Includes 48 unpainted figures at 1:76 scale
• Features diverse combat poses for realistic battle scenes
• Senior staff officer figure adds command detail
• Constructed from robust plastic
• Skill Level 1 - perfect for beginners and young hobbyists
• Part of the Vintage Classics range

History

Rommel's elite Afrika Korps clashed with Montgomery's 8th Army, known as the Desert Rats, across the North African desert in some of the most renowned campaigns of World War II. These highly trained German units, equipped specifically for desert operations, gained fame for their strategic prowess and resilience in the challenging conditions of North Africa. The confrontation between these powerful forces reached its peak at the Battle of El Alamein, a pivotal moment in the North African campaign that signalled the decline of Axis power in the region.

Key Specifications

• Finish: Plastic
• Skill Level: 1

Full Specifications