Pz. Kpfw. Iv ausf. D afrika korps + dak panzerfahrer 1/35 scale

AK Interactive - Pz. Kpfw. Iv ausf. D afrika korps + dak panzerfahrer 1/35 scale

limited edition 1/35 scale model kit of the panzer iv ausf. D tropical version.

this edition includes a highly detailed high quality resin 3d printed figure of a panzerfahrer.

production of the pz. Kpfw. Iv ausf. D began in october 1939 and a total of 232 vehicles were completed until october 1940, with around 30 converted for use in tropical conditions by installing improved ventilation system and sand filters.

a few of these were also fitted with add-on armor on the front and sides of the superstructure.

the 4th and 8th companies of panzer regiment 5 belonging to the deutsches afrika korps (dak) used this variant in combat in north africa though it was soon superseded by more effective longer-gunned variants.

the exclusive decal sheet printed by cartograf contains markings for 8 different vehicles that served in north africa in 1941, including one captured by british troops.

the kit features:

– realistic suspension with multiple components which actually works like in the real vehicle.
– tracks assembled from individual links.
– simple tool for creating a realistic track sag.
– separate front and rear fenders can be posed in a folded-back position.
– optional add-on armor for the superstructure.
– driver’s and radio operator’s hatches with interior detail can be posed open or closed.
– complete machine gun with workable ball mount in the hull.
– dak type engine deck hatches can be posed open or closed.
– turret hatches, pistol port, signal port and ventilation cover can be assembled open or closed.
– 5-directional slide-molded commander’s cupola authentically recreates structural details.
– realistic kwk 37 l/24 gun with delicate catcher for spent ammo shells and accurate rifling in gun
barrel.
– turret turntable unit with accurate floor pattern and crewmen seats.
– photo-etched parts are provided for detailing on-vehicle tools, fenders, smoke grenade rack and
installing optional marking placards.