Roden Opel Blitzbuz Ludewig 'Aero' 1937 Military Bus Model Kit

Product Description A stunning example of the German Opel Bus Ludewig "Aero" which was a common sight in the roads between Germany's big cities in the 1930s and during WWII. The Opel Blitz Bus was produced during the 1930s at the Ludewig plant in Essen based on the Opel Blitz 3 ton truck chassis. With it's elegant lines it was used as an express bus for passengers between cities as well as for German propaganda to demonstrate how advanced their motor industry was for the time. At least one was pressed into service on the Eastern Front during WWII as a transport for Wehrmacht officers. Whether for wargaming or just building for display this brand new kit is a beauty. There are few, if any, other example of this vehicle in 1/72 scale. It is a welcome addition to any collection. From the Manufacturer 1930s streamlined Ludewig-built bus built on an Opel Blitz 3-ton truck chassis, elegant intercity transport and propaganda vehicle. Kit features chassis frame with individually molded suspension and exhaust elements, fully rendered engine and driveline, fuel tank, luxurious interior passenger dual salon (individual seats with rear sofa benches, driver's cab (dash panel and controls), 1-piece injection molded tires (with integral wheels), new tool multi-part body shell (with circular grille, roof luggage well and aerodynamic aft fin) plus acetate window glazing. Decals and color painting guide for a single vehicle in Germany during 1938.

• Chassis frame with individually molded suspension and exhaust elements
• Fully rendered engine and driveline
• Kit 1/72 Scale