Tamiya Plastic Model Kit
German Tank Pz.Kpfw.IV (1/35) 35374
This 1/35 scale model kit from Tamiya faithfully recreates the Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf.F, a key German medium tank used in the early years of WWII. The Ausf.F was a major step forward in protection and firepower, fitted with a short-barrelled 75mm L/24 gun and enhanced frontal armour. Around 460 units were produced and deployed to the Eastern Front and North Africa, where it became a core part of Germany’s armoured warfare strategy.
- Newly tooled upper hull, turret and fine surface detailing
- Accurate depiction of Ausf.F features including engine deck hatches and spaced armour layout
- Assembly-type tracks with realistic sag using jig tool
- Includes three full-body crew figures: commander, gunner and loader
- Marking options for two Eastern Front vehicles
- Colour painting guide and background story in four languages included
Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History
The Panzer IV was the backbone of the German tank force throughout WWII, evolving through various versions to meet changing battlefield needs. The Ausf.F variant, introduced in 1941, represented a significant upgrade with improved frontal armour and revised hull design. Its low-velocity 75mm gun was well suited for infantry support and anti-fortification roles during early campaigns. Deployed across the Eastern Front and North Africa, the Ausf.F set the foundation for future long-barrelled Panzer IV variants that would see service until the war’s end.
