1/35 German Jerry Can ‘’ Sandrik ’’ (5x open cap/5x closed cap)

Dynamo Models A35020 – 1/35 German Jerry Can “Sandrik” is a highly detailed accessory set reproducing the distinctive 20-litre fuel cans manufactured by Sandrik during World War II. Designed for 1/35 military modeling, the set contains ten 3D-printed resin jerry cans: five with open caps and five with closed caps. This combination provides useful visual variety for vehicles, workshops, supply areas and dioramas while allowing open containers to be displayed naturally during refuelling or maintenance scenes. The scale, reference, resin construction and 5-open/5-closed configuration are confirmed for A35020.

Historical Context & Theme

The German 20-litre fuel can became one of the most recognizable pieces of military equipment of World War II. Its compact welded-steel construction, three-handle arrangement and integrated closure system created a robust container suited to the demanding logistics of mechanized warfare.

Sandrik was an established metalworking company operating in what was then Slovakia. During World War II, its production capacity was redirected in part toward military equipment, including pressed 20-litre fuel cans of the German pattern. The Slovak Military Historical Institute specifically documents Sandrik’s wartime manufacture of these characteristic containers alongside other military supply equipment.

Fuel containers were essential throughout military operations, supporting trucks, motorcycles, tanks and other motorized equipment. Their widespread logistical role makes jerry cans appropriate accessories for vehicle displays, supply columns, workshops and field positions across many WWII settings.

Figure / Vehicle Details & Realism

A35020 focuses on the Sandrik-manufactured version of the German jerry can rather than representing a completely generic fuel container. This allows modelers to introduce manufacturer-specific detail into vehicles and dioramas where smaller accessories can significantly improve the overall sense of realism.

The set contains two configurations. Five cans feature closed caps for conventional storage and vehicle stowage, while five have open caps, making them particularly useful for refuelling, workshop or maintenance scenes.

At 1/35 scale, the recognizable pressed body, handles and cap arrangement make these accessories suitable for prominent placement on vehicles as well as smaller background details.

Diorama & Display Use

The Sandrik jerry cans can be used throughout a wide variety of WWII scenes. Closed cans are suitable for supply dumps, truck cargo, workshops, vehicle stowage and roadside logistical areas. Open cans provide additional possibilities for scenes showing vehicles being refuelled, mechanics working around equipment or personnel handling fuel supplies.

They can accompany tanks, half-tracks, trucks, motorcycles and other motor vehicles when supported by appropriate reference photographs for the specific vehicle and period.

The ten-piece quantity also allows several cans to be grouped together without requiring every accessory to look identical. Mixing open and closed versions can make a maintenance area or supply scene appear more active and natural.

Material & Customization

Dynamo Models A35020 is a 1/35 accessory set produced in 3D-printed resin. The pieces are supplied unbuilt and unpainted, with glue and paint not included.

The jerry cans offer considerable opportunities for finishing and weathering. Paint wear around handles and raised surfaces, fuel staining around caps, scratches, dust and restrained rust effects can be used according to the condition and environment represented.

The open-cap versions provide additional possibilities for detailed refuelling scenes, while different levels of wear between individual containers can prevent a group of cans from appearing unnaturally uniform.

Who It’s For

A35020 is ideal for 1/35 armor modelers, military vehicle builders and diorama creators looking for highly detailed WWII logistical accessories. The combination of open and closed cans is particularly useful for modelers creating fuel dumps, workshops, refuelling scenes or detailed vehicle displays.

The set is also suitable for collectors and historical modelers interested in manufacturer-specific equipment rather than generic accessories.