1/48 German Hetzer Tank Destro

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1/48 German Tank Destroyer, Hetzer Mid Production Training Unit, Finished Model, #26504

In 1943 the German high command ordered development of a new light tank destroyer to replace vehicles like the StuG III and Marder. Prototypes of the Hetzer, which shared many components of the Panzerkampfwagen 38(t), were ready by 1944 and mass production began in April of the same year, with 2,584 vehicles produced by May, 1945. Manned by a crew of 4, it featured a 75mm Pak 39 L/48 gun in fixed mounting, and sloped armor covering the entire hull. The Hetzer was continually modified during production, which accounts for the many differences between early, mid and later production models. The Hetzer was Germany's main tank destroyer in the latter period of the war, and made an important contribution on both the Eastern and Western fronts.

Features
Fully assembled 1/48 scale Tank Destroyer Hetzer, professionally painted with all markings pre-applied.
Die-cast chassis provides added weight and realism.
Highly-detailed suspension features tank treads with realistic sag effect.
Dark Yellow base color scheme and markings feature ultra-realistic weathering.
Length: 131mm
Set includes display base with name plate

Requires
Assembly
Paint
Hobby Knife
Cement

DUE TO SMALL PARTS THAT MAY BE SWALLOWED KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN AGE 3 AND YOUNGER.