Description
Content:
- 1x Sd. Kfz 251/2 Ausf. D (8cm grenade launcher)
- 1x building instruction
- 1x sheet with decals
Early in World War II, the German Army began to equip their panzergrenadiers with armored half-tracks to support their tanks in action. They developed the excellent Sd.Kfz 251 series, manufactured by Hanomag, and steadily produced them by the thousands, with over twenty versions being used in most theaters of war.
One of the most useful variants was the 8cm grenade launcher - a version of the Hanomag that carried the standard infantry mortar. The mortar could be moved quickly and safely on the battlefield, as its armor withstood most infantry weapons and shrapnel. Most often the mortar was removed from the half-track to engage the enemy, but in extreme cases it could fire from the safety of the vehicle.
A full load of 66 rounds of 81-mm mortar shells was carried, and additional shells could be carried by supply trucks or towed trailers.
This model represents the 251/2 ausf D version of the vehicle (it had a simplified tank shape compared to the earlier ausf C, the sloping rear armor was particularly noticeable), which was in service at stations in most theaters of war from 1943. This variant featured a forward-facing 81-mm mortar in the rear, tactically just right for attack and frequent changes of position.
This kit is made of plastic, is unpainted and must be assembled.
Caution! Contains small parts, not suitable for children under 36 months of age.
| Scale: | 28 mm / 1:56 |
