Dragon are
releasing the armoured truck Zugkrafteagen
1t with 5cm PaK 38 (Sf) cannon mounted on the rear deck – this new 1/35th
kit with only some new parts that nether the less make it into a unique version
of this vehicle – let’s have a look at what they have in store from us.
Box Size: 9.6" x 15" x 2.4"
Germany fielded a wide range of halftracks during WWII. The
Sd.Kfz.10, one of the lighter types, was conceived as a prime mover for small,
towed anti-tank or antiaircraft guns. Measuring 4.5m long and weighing 4.9
tonnes, this Demag-designed vehicle had a 1-ton payload capacity. Around 14,000
Sd.Kfz.10 halftracks were built from 1938-45. Several specialist vehicles were
based on this design, with a rather unique conversion appearing in 1941. This
saw a 5cm PaK 38 L/60 gun being mounted on the rear of an Sd.Kfz.10 to create a
light anti-tank platform. The wheels were removed from the PaK 38 but it
retained its armoured shield and the weapon could traverse. In addition, armour
plate was added to the engine compartment and driver’s cab. It’s thought these
unique vehicles were mostly issued to Waffen-SS units.
Dragon has already produced several 1/35 scale 1-ton
Sd.Kfz.10 halftracks in plastic and these have been gladly received by modellers.
This new kit from Dragon is the most potent version yet, thanks to the
inclusion of the 5cm cannon. Indeed, this kit is an excellent hybrid that mates
the delightful Sd.Kfz.10 halftrack with Dragon’s legendary 5cm PaK 38 anti-tank
gun. The entire gun mount is completely new to suit this vehicle, plus the
halftrack interior has been modified accordingly. The folded hoops for the roof
are also brand new. The kit includes three armour elements for the hood, grill
and windshield to perfectly recreate original vehicles. This is a spectacular
halftrack with lots of firepower, and it’s certainly a welcome addition to the
Sd.Kfz.10 family.
Model Features:
Unique version of Zugkraftwagen 1t w/full detail
Intricately detailed
internal mechanical components-engine gear box, fuel tank, compressed air tank
and exhaust
Realistic looking
folded soft- roof w/photo-etched detail
Wing mirror and
spotlight w/crisp details
Authentic driver's
cab w/photo-etched details
Muzzle brake w/fine detail
Muzzle brake w/fine detail
Breech replicates the
original PaK 38
Slide-moulded
suspensions arms w/delicate detail
Gun mount installed
in fighting compartment
Drive sprockets
w/multi-part assembly to achieve the highest levels of detail and accuracy
One-piece slide moulded lower hull
Realistic engine hood
formed from multiples parts w/open louvre detail
Delicate gearbox
included
Rear chassis
w/realistic towing pintle exactly as on original
Fully detailed
steering components
Suspension system as
per real vehicle
Intricate engine
housing
2 types of battery
boxes available as options
Delicate fuel tank
included
Engine represented by
multiple parts
Injection -moulded
fenders made to thinnest possible dimensions
Intricate components
for rear compartment represented by multiple parts
Detailed Magic Tracks
reproduced
