Tamiya 35285 1/35 German Hetzer Mid Production Scale Kit  [35285]

Tamiya 35285 1/35 Mid Production Hetzer Model Description

The Tamiya 1/35 German Tank Destroyer Hetzer Mid Production kit provides a faithful scale representation of the compact tank hunter used late in World War II. The mid production attributes captured in the kit emphasise the vehicle's battlefield role and construction.

Design Origins and Combat Role

Conceived as an improvement on temporary tank destroyer designs, the Hetzer used the Panzerkampfwagen 38(t) chassis and was armed with the Pak 39 L/48 75mm gun. Its sloped armour and low silhouette made it a practical choice, and production variations across early, mid and late batches are well documented, with production surpassing 2,500 units by 1945.

Included Components and Assembly Options

Tamiya's new tooling recreates fine items such as the remote-operated MG34 mount and periscope fittings. The kit includes both belt-type and assembly-type caterpillar tracks, plus accessory tools like a jack for attaching to the hull. Also supplied are one crew figure and four decal marking choices.

Modelling Merit and Display Use

Ideal for display cabinets or diorama scenes, this mid production Hetzer kit offers realistic detail and construction choices that appeal to dedicated historical modellers and collectors alike.