At first glance at the advertisements and the pictures on the kit's box, one would be led to believe that this is an accurate scale model. However, when building the model and comparing it with photographs of the real Zobel class "Schnellboots" the buyer will realize that this kit is a semi-scale model. Personally, I don't understand how Graupner could produce such a kit and not make it right. Sure, there are modelers that like to "super-detail" their models, but this manufacturer makes it difficult for the modeler to have a decent starting point. Too bad when they re-introduced the kit in 2008 they didn't change their tooling to correct these errors.
The kit contains a vacuum formed hull, superstructures, gun turrets and bases, radar dome, storage bins, and a variety of other small parts, all made out of ABS plastic. It also contains steel and brass wire, wood dowels, cardboard for the torpedo tubes, and partially cut-through plywood parts. The accessory kit contains rail stanchions, bollards, and various other parts. The running gear contains three motors, prop shafts, props, and rudders.
