Tamiya German Self-Propelled Wespe "Italian Front" Howitzer Plastic Model Kit, 1/35 Scale
- Unassembled, unpainted 1/35 scale model kit
- Compact open-top Wespe version
- Detailed interior and accessories
- Assembly type tracks accurately depict “sagging”
- Comes with 4 figures and two Italian front markings
Originally designed as a stopgap, with a production run of 676, this Pz.Kpfw. II chassis-based howitzer exceeded German expectations. Intended mainly for infantry support, the Pz.Kpfw. II’s moving turret was replaced with a boxy stationary superstructure equipped with the Type 18/2 10.5cm L/28 howitzer. While the crew of 5 were not blessed with overwhelming protection, their vehicle was a mobile threat to Allied forces nonetheless.
1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit measures Length: 5.6" (143mm), includes new parts recreating stowed MG34 machine gun and ammo case, flare case, communications equipment, first aid box and more. Features assembly-type tracks allowing depiction of sagging, open-top fighting compartment allows inspection of interior details, 10.5cm howitzer offers traverse and elevation/depression. Comes with 4 figures in action poses; gunner, 2 loaders and commander, 2 marking options recreate Wespe vehicles deployed in the Battle of Anzio, the Allies’ amphibious assault that led to the eventual taking of Rome, Marking Option 1: 26th Panzer Division; Marking Option 2: 29th Panzer-Grenadier Division. Replaces Tamiya #35200.
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Tamiya German Self-Propelled Wespe "Italian Front" Howitzer Plastic Model Kit, 1/35 Scale
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Tamiya German Self-Propelled Wespe "Italian Front" Howitzer Plastic Model Kit, 1/35 Scale
- Unassembled, unpainted 1/35 scale model kit
- Compact open-top Wespe version
- Detailed interior and accessories
- Assembly type tracks accurately depict “sagging”
- Comes with 4 figures and two Italian front markings
Originally designed as a stopgap, with a production run of 676, this Pz.Kpfw. II chassis-based howitzer exceeded German expectations. Intended mainly for infantry support, the Pz.Kpfw. II’s moving turret was replaced with a boxy stationary superstructure equipped with the Type 18/2 10.5cm L/28 howitzer. While the crew of 5 were not blessed with overwhelming protection, their vehicle was a mobile threat to Allied forces nonetheless.
1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit measures Length: 5.6" (143mm), includes new parts recreating stowed MG34 machine gun and ammo case, flare case, communications equipment, first aid box and more. Features assembly-type tracks allowing depiction of sagging, open-top fighting compartment allows inspection of interior details, 10.5cm howitzer offers traverse and elevation/depression. Comes with 4 figures in action poses; gunner, 2 loaders and commander, 2 marking options recreate Wespe vehicles deployed in the Battle of Anzio, the Allies’ amphibious assault that led to the eventual taking of Rome, Marking Option 1: 26th Panzer Division; Marking Option 2: 29th Panzer-Grenadier Division. Replaces Tamiya #35200.
This model faithfully recreates the German Self-Propelled Howitzer Wespe. It is a classic model from within the Tamiya catalogue, but this version includes updated parts and new marking options for vehicles that fought on the Italian front.