Italeri 1:35 BMW R75 with Sidecar

The Italeri 1:35 BMW R75 with Sidecar is a plastic scale model kit of the famous German WWII military motorcycle combination, widely used by the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS during World War II.

About the vehicle

The BMW R75 was one of the most iconic German military motorcycles of WWII. Designed for reconnaissance, liaison, courier work, and light transport, it was built for reliability in harsh battlefield conditions.

Key features of the real vehicle included:

• rugged shaft-driven design

• 750cc boxer twin engine

• driven sidecar wheel (for improved off-road traction)

• ability to mount light weapons such as MG34/MG42

It was heavily used across all major fronts, especially in North Africa, the Eastern Front, and Western Europe.

Key features

✔ 1:35 scale plastic model kit
✔ BMW R75 motorcycle with sidecar
✔ WWII German military vehicle
✔ Detailed engine and frame representation
✔ Legacy Collection kit
✔ Includes decals and instructions

Condition notes

• Kit is complete

• Includes decals and instructions

• Parts present and usable

• Box shows wear consistent with age (Legacy item)

Typical build use

This kit is ideal for:

• WWII German infantry reconnaissance scenes

• Eastern Front patrol dioramas

• North Africa campaign displays

• convoy escort or messenger scenes

• small-scale vignette storytelling

Skill level

Beginner to Intermediate

Suitable for:

• modellers new to military vehicles

• those learning figure + vehicle dioramas

• builders interested in WWII light transport subjects

Ideal for

• WWII German vehicle enthusiasts

• 1:35 scale AFV collectors

• diorama-focused modellers

• Eastern Front and desert campaign builders

• historical motorcycle model fans

Summary

The Italeri 1:35 BMW R75 with Sidecar is a classic WWII German military motorcycle kit, representing one of the most recognisable light utility vehicles of the war, widely used for reconnaissance and liaison duties across all major theatres.