Special Armour 72009 Vidalwagen Street V-2 Transporter (1/72)

Special Armour 72009 Vidalwagen Street V-2 Transporter is a precision plastic model kit in 1:72 scale, replicating the famous German transport platform from World War II. This model is ideal for military dioramas as well as collections focusing on German rocket technology.

• Scale: 1:72
• Manufacturer: Special Armour
• Country of use: Germany (Third Reich)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Included in the set: basic plastic parts, no glue or paints, no V-2 rocket included

Historical Overview

The Vidalwagen was a special road transporter developed for carrying V-2 rocket missiles, a groundbreaking weapon used by Germany during World War II, especially in 1944-1945. The Vidalwagen was one of the key elements of the V-2 program’s logistics—enabling the safe movement of completed rockets from production facilities to launch sites or assembly points. The Vidalwagen featured a distinctive low-slung structure set on a chassis with four steerable wheels, making transport of the rocket easier even on uneven roads. These transporters were most commonly used in occupied areas of Western Europe, including France, the Netherlands, and Belgium, and formed a crucial part of German rocket logistics.

Model Information

The Special Armour 72009 model reproduces the details of the original Vidalwagen with great accuracy, such as the transport frames, brakes, mounting systems, and characteristic undercarriage cover. As a 1:72 scale model, it is an excellent choice for advanced modellers, but thanks to clear instructions, hobbyists with less experience will also be able to assemble it.

Who is it recommended for?

We especially recommend this product to enthusiasts of German military technology, those building World War II-era dioramas, and collectors of logistics support vehicles. Due to the number of small parts and the historical value of the model, the build difficulty is rated as level 3 on a 1-5 scale.

This plastic model kit requires painting and assembly; it does not include the V-2 rocket, allowing you to choose any version of the rocket available on the market. Thanks to the option for customization, the model will have a unique character in any collection.