Italeri 5609 - 1/35 Biber Midget Submarine Kit for Scale Modellers  [IT-5609S]

Italeri 1/35 Biber Midget Submarine - Compact WWII subject

The Italeri 1/35 Biber kit recreates a small but intriguing element of wartime naval operations. The Biber was a compact, single-manned submarine used by the Kriegsmarine in late WWII for short coastal missions.

Design background and service

Created in early 1944 as a rapid response platform, the Biber measured about 9 metres long. Its operational range was around 240 kilometres and it could do roughly 6.5 knots when surfaced. Production speed and crew preparation limited its overall battlefield impact.

Build characteristics and tips

This kit captures the Biber's simple yet delicate structure. Builders will appreciate crisp moulding and small-scale fittings; take your time with tiny elements and dry-fit parts before gluing for neat results.

Display ideas for modellers

As a finished model, the Biber stands out among naval collections due to its unusual silhouette. It works well on a dedicated plinth or within a coastal display alongside other coastal defence models.