Airfix 1/76 88mm Gun & Tractor Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/76 88mm Gun & Tractor Plastic Model Kit

$22.99

Description

The '88' proved to be an excellent anti-tank gun in France in 1940. By the time it arrived in North Africa it was a feared tank killer, which could knock out any Allied tank at distances well over 1000 metres. The Sd.Kfz.7 could carry gun crews of up to 12 men in theatre-type seats.

Tech Specs

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)
18
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)
2.76
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)
3.1
How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
114
Item Scale
1:76
Contents (what's in the box) sets
Sprues & decals
Finish
Plastic
Number of Scheme options
1
Skill Level
2

Relive the charm of Airfix Vintage Classics with the 1:76 scale 88mm Gun & Tractor! This 114-piece set combines the formidable German '88' anti-tank gun with the Sd.Kfz.7 half-track, including 4 crew members. With its uncomplicated yet appealing paint design, this vintage piece is a must-have for any Airfix enthusiast. with Skill Level 2, it offers an accessible project that captures a legendary World War Two pairing.

Key Features

  • 1:76 scale model featuring the renowned 88mm anti-tank gun and Sd.Kfz.7 half-track
  • Comprises 114 parts with 4 crew figures
  • Skill Level 2
  • Uncomplicated yet striking paint design
  • Part of the Airfix Vintage Classics range
  • Mould tools crafted in 1967 with original packaging artwork by Roy Cross
  • Made primarily from plastic
  • Features a single authentic World War Two paint scheme

History

The '88' was a highly effective anti-tank weapon in France during 1940. By its deployment in North Africa, it had become a dreaded tank destroyer, capable of eliminating any Allied tank from distances exceeding 1000 metres. The Sd.Kfz.7 was able to transport gun crews of up to 12 men in theatre-style seating.

This model embodies the spirit of Airfix's legacy, with mould tools originating from 1967 and showcasing the classic packaging illustration by Roy Cross from that year. As a part of the Vintage Classics series, it stands as a piece of modelling heritage that has captivated hobbyists for decades.

The pairing of the powerful 88mm gun and its half-track tractor provides modellers with an authentic representation of World War Two military equipment, ideal for dioramas or display alongside other vintage Airfix models.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 2

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)18
Item Height - Without Packaging (cm)2.76
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)3.1
Item Scale1:76 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsSprues & decals
Number of Scheme options1
Flying Hours1

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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