As WWII progressed and German forces lost their air superiority amid fierce Allied raids in the sky, Germany looked to bolster ground to air defence with the development of self-propelled anti-aircraft guns based upon tanks and half-track vehicles. The 8ton half-track (Sd.Kfz.7/2) was one of those such weapons. The half-track chassis employed had a proven track record towing 88mm guns, but was now fitted with its own 3.7cm anti-aircraft cannon that could fire 160 rounds per minute. Produced from 1943, later variants were also fitted with armour on the driver seat and radiator.
About the Model
- This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 200mm, width: 70mm
- The functional form of the vehicle is accurately captured, including a realistic depiction of the complex half-track suspension
- The model can be assembled with its tailgate in raised or lowered position. Plastic netting is also included to raise realism
- The 3.7cm anti-aircraft cannon features excellent attention to detail, right down to the breech and mount
- Includes explosive and armour piercing shell parts
