The Molch was based on torpedo technology, and carried two G7e torpedoes attached externally on either side of the craft. It was fully electrical and was created for coastal operations, with a range of 64 km (35 nmi) at 5 knots (9.3 km/h; 5.8 mph). The front section of the boat held a large battery. Behind the battery was the operator's position, which sat between two small trimming tanks. Behind the operator sat the electric motor. The complicated system of tanks made it difficult to control during combat operations. The first of 393 boats were delivered on June 12, 1944 and were built by AG Weser in Bremen.
Item No 80170
Item Name German Molch Midget Submarine
Bar Code 6939319201706
Scale 1:35
Item Type Plastic Model Armor Kit
Film Accessory n/a
Photo Etched Parts 1 piece
Metal Parts n/a
Resin Parts n/a
Chromeplate Parts n/a
Total Sprues 4 sprues
Total Plastic Parts 70+
Model Dimension Length:310 mm Width: 62mm
Released Date 2017-12
More Features The kit consists of over 70 parts
- includes photo etched parts
