Tamiya 32544 - 1/48 Wirbelwind [32544]

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USD$19.60

Brand:

Tamiya

Model:

32544

GTIN:

4950344325443

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The Wirbelwind produced by Tamiya in 1/48 scale assembly kit, is classified in Scale Models - Military Series - Tanks

One of the most significant attractions of Tamiya?s 1/48 Military Minature Series is just how easily the kits can be incorporated into dioramas, specially people that include aircraft of the same scale. By adding the Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind, Tamiya offers modelers still another interesting topic for such projects.

Concerning the Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind. Since the Luftwaffe missing atmosphere superiority, Allied fighter-bombers proved to be an ever more dangerous danger to the German army, and plans were developed to create a purpose-built mobile antiaircraft platform to protect the bottom units from air assault. The Wirbelwind had been based on the proven Pz.kpfw.IV framework and showcased a uniquely-shaped open turret with 9 part panels. Armed with quadruple 20mm Flak 38 L/112.5 fast-firing cannons, it was capable make life hard for low-flying Allied planes that got in its range plus provide direct fire support for ground troops. As a result of material shortages, production was hampered and there have been never ever enough of these cars to bypass.

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High quality 1/48 scale construction model kit of the Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind.
Distinctively-shaped available turret accurately reproduced with interior details.
Quad 20mm guns with weapon sight is elevated to various perspectives, enabling more diorama options.
Diecast chassis for added weight and realism.
Tank treads are construction kind, with all the top part featuring practical sag effect.
4 numbers and two kinds of markings included.