Trabant 601 model kit “Exclusive Edition” – 60th anniversary
The Trabant 601 model kit "Exclusive Edition" in 1:24 scale is a must for model building enthusiasts and Ostalgie fans. This special edition for the 60th anniversary of the "Trabi" is much more than just a kit: it contains a high-quality accompanying book from Motorbuch Verlag, which impressively brings you closer to the fascinating history of this cult car. Suitable for ages 12 and up.
Scope of delivery
Plastic model kit (not assembled)
Illustrated, multilingual building instructions
Decals for various license plates
Book “60th Anniversary Trabant 601” (DE/GB)
Special features
Detailed bodywork with authentic surface structures
Realistically designed, multi-part engine
Rotating wheels for a lively model
True-to-original decals with different country abbreviations (DDR, CS, PL, HUN, A, D)
This model kit perfectly captures the essence of the Trabant 601 and lets you experience a piece of German automotive history in detail. Thanks to the rotating wheels and the detailed engine replication, a model is created that will be an eye-catcher in any collection. The individually customizable license plates complete the authentic appearance of the vehicle.
The accompanying book: A journey into the history of the Trabant
The real heart of this “Exclusive Edition” is the comprehensive accompanying book “60th Anniversary Trabant 601”, published by the renowned Motorbuch Verlag. This book is more than just a construction manual - it is a deep insight into the fascinating history of the Trabant 601, which was not just a vehicle in the GDR, but a symbol of freedom and mobility. The book offers model building enthusiasts and history buffs a treasure trove of knowledge, detailed information and historical background.
The anniversary book contains:
Technical specifications of the Trabant 601, which explain its construction and the functionality of the air-cooled two-stroke engine in detail. Find out what made the Trabi technically unique and how the GDR engineers mastered the challenges of this time.
Historical insights into the development and significance of the Trabant. You will learn how the "Volkswagen of the GDR" gave millions of people a piece of freedom and the political and economic circumstances in which it was embedded.
Anecdotes and contemporary witness reports from former Trabant drivers, engineers and factory workers who report on the ups and downs of the production process and everyday life with the Trabant. These stories bring you closer to GDR history in a personal and gripping way.
Exclusive illustrations and technical drawings, which offer a unique insight into the structure and functionality of the Trabant. Discover the small but significant details that have made this car iconic.
Thanks to the expertise of Motorbuch Verlag, this anniversary book offers a perfect mix of technical precision and lively historical storytelling. It is not only a valuable reference work, but also an invitation to continually discover new aspects of this unique vehicle. Even after the model building is complete, this book will continue to inspire and fascinate you.
Background information
The Trabant 601, which was produced in the VEB Sachsenring automobile works in Zwickau from 1964, was the most popular and best-known model in the Trabant series. With over 2.8 million units manufactured, it became the epitome of mobility in the GDR. Its unmistakable thermoset body and the characteristic sound of the two-stroke engine made the Trabi an icon of everyday culture. This "Exclusive Edition" model kit celebrates the 60th birthday of the Trabant 601 and gives you the opportunity to recreate this symbol of the East in every detail.
