AFV Club 35088 8.8 cm Flak 18 AA Gun (1/35) – WWII Anti-Aircraft Gun Model

We present the AFV Club 35088 8.8 cm Flak 18 AA Gun in 1/35 scale – an exceptionally accurate replica of one of the most iconic anti-aircraft guns of the 20th century, widely used by German armed forces during World War II. This is a classic plastic model kit for assembly, intended for advanced modelers and military history enthusiasts.

Historical Overview and Application

The 8.8 cm Flak 18, commonly known as the "Acht-Acht", was the first variant of the famous German 8.8 cm Flak anti-aircraft gun. Introduced into service in the early 1930s, it served as the main armament of the Luftwaffe and Wehrmacht for air defense, and in time, as an anti-tank gun. This weapon played a decisive role during the France campaign (1940) and in North Africa (1941–1943). The Flak 18 was used during the interwar period and World War II.

Model Technical Details

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Germany
• Period of use: World War II, Interwar period
• Material: high-quality plastic, excellent for assembly and detailing
• Kit does not include: glue and paints
• The model features a high level of detail, faithfully reproducing the mechanisms, carriage, and barrel
• Exceptional precision in replicating the original's construction elements

Product Advantages

• Ideal choice for advanced modelers who appreciate a high level of detail
• Perfect base for WWII dioramas
• Recommended for collectors and fans of historical German artillery
• Intuitive assembly instructions allow you to build an impressive model true to the original

Assembly Difficulty Level

Difficulty level: 4/5 – designed for those with experience in model building, requiring precision and accuracy.

AFV Club 35088 8.8 cm Flak 18 AA Gun (1/35) is an offer sure to satisfy the most demanding modelers and military equipment enthusiasts – an essential element of any historical model collection from the World War II era.