Tamiya has finally released a 1/35-scale kit of the WWII German Jagdpanzer 38(t) “Hetzer” tank destroyer! This all-new kit represents a mid-production vehicle. Road wheels are well detailed on both sides, and tracks are provided as both flexible belt and injection-molded link-and-length types. Molding is Tamiya standard, meaning very sharp and very clean, with excellent fit making assembly a breeze. Includes one figure and decals for four versions.

• High-quality 1/35 scale assembly kit model of the mid production Jagdpanzer 38 (t) Hetzer.
• Brand new moldings with new details such as the remote control MG34 machine gun mount on the top of the hull and periscopic binoculars.
• Includes both belt type and assembly type caterpillar tracks for more modeling options.
• Accessory parts such as a jack and other tools add lifelike detail to the hull.
• Accessory parts such as a jack and other tools add lifelike detail to the hull.
• 1 tank crew figure in realistic standing pose included.
• 4 types of markings also included.

This plastic kitset requires assembly, paints and glue to complete.

Suggested Paint Colors (not included):
TS-1 – Red Brown
TS-2 – Dark Green
TS-3 – Dark Yellow
X-10 – Gun Metal
X-11 – Chrome Silver
X-18 – Semi Gloss Black
XF-1 – Flat Black
XF-15 – Flat Flesh
XF-2 – Flat White
XF-56 – Metallic Grey
XF-60 – Dark Yellow
XF-61 – Dark Green
XF-63 – German Grey
XF-64 – Red Brown
XF-65 – Field Grey

In 1943, the German high command ordered development of a new purpose-built tank destroyer to replace all of the interim vehicles like the Marder, and the Hetzer was quickly created to meet this requirement. Based on the Panzerkampfwagen 38(t), the Hetzer housed a crew of 4 in its low, compact hull. It was armed with a powerful Pak 39 L/48 75mm gun in a fixed mounting and featured sloped armor for enhanced protection. 2,584 were produced by May of 1945, and modifications were continually added during production, leading to differences between early, mid, and late production models.