German Tank Destroyer Marder II
Anti-Tank Pinch Hitter
During the early stages of the German invasion of the Soviet Union, the anti-tank self-propelled gun Marder II countered overpowering Russian tanks T-34 and KV-2.
In 1941 it had become clear that not only Panzerkampfwagen III and IV but also the 5cm Pak 38 did not have enough power, and the 7.5cm Pak 40 was developed; it could penetrate 130mm armor plate from 1,000m away, and at a rate of up to 14 shots per minute. The Marder II equipped the 7.5cm Pak 40 with the open-top fighting compartment based upon the Panzerkampfwagen II. The production started from the middle of 1942.
About the Model
- This is a 1/35 scale plastic assembly model. Length: 175mm.
- The open-top form with a 7.5cm Pak 40 is authentically captured in style. Features a realistic rendering of barrel base.
- The interior details of open-top fighting compartment such as bulletproof plate inside face, radio rack and ammunition box are well worth closer inspection.
- Includes components to depict wooden box, shells and empty cartridges.
- Gun travel lock and ammunition box can be assembled for a vehicle in combat or on the move.
- Two full body figures are included.
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