The Bronco Models 1/35 German Type XXIII U-Boat (CB35104) is a highly detailed plastic model kit from Bronco Models, a Hong Kong–based manufacturer renowned for exceptional historical accuracy and fine surface detail.
The Type XXIII was a small German coastal submarine developed late in World War II, designed to operate in shallow coastal waters where larger U-boats could not. Displacing only 234 tonnes submerged, it was fast under electric power and highly maneuverable. The Type XXIII could carry two torpedoes with no reload, but its small size and advanced electric propulsion made it difficult to detect. Several boats conducted operations in British coastal waters in early 1945 with notable success, sinking several ships without loss. The Type XXIII represented the future of submarine design and influenced post-war developments worldwide.
Key Features:
- 1/35 scale injection-moulded plastic kit
- Highly detailed hull, conning tower, and pressure hull sections
- Two G7e torpedoes and tube detail included
- Photo-etched detail parts for railings, hatches, and fittings
- Display stand included
- Decal sheet for Kriegsmarine markings
Bronco Models is well known for its commitment to historical accuracy and fine surface detail. This kit is engineered to reflect the real subject, making it an excellent choice for display models, competition builds, or diorama compositions. Suited for intermediate to advanced modelers, it rewards careful assembly with outstanding realism.
Ideal For:
- U-boat and submarine enthusiasts
- WWII German naval collectors
- Diorama and display modelers
- Intermediate to advanced modelers
Whether built straight from the box or further enhanced with weathering and painting techniques, the Bronco 1/35 German Type XXIII U-Boat delivers outstanding realism and historical authenticity.
