German Panzer Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.E/F, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 80136

The German Panzer Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.E/F by Hobby Boss, reference 80136, is a plastic model kit to be assembled at 1/35, depicting a German light tank Panzerkampfwagen 38(t) in the Ausf. E and Ausf. F versions.

The Panzer 38(t) traces its origins to Czechoslovakia, where the vehicle was designed under the designation LT vz. 38. After the German occupation, it was incorporated into the German forces under the name Panzerkampfwagen 38(t), with the letter “t” referring to its Czech origin. This armoured vehicle was among those used by the Wehrmacht at the beginning of World War II.

The Hobby Boss 80136 model kit

Built at a 1/35 scale, this kit lets you create a detailed reproduction of a Panzer 38(t) Ausf. E/F. At this scale, the dimensions of the real vehicle are reduced 35 times, a format that is particularly appreciated for military vehicles, painting details, and fitting the model into a diorama.

The box includes injection-moulded plastic parts, clear elements, a photo-etched sheet, a decal sheet, and an instruction manual. The tracks are provided as individual plastic links to be assembled. This design makes it possible to work carefully on the look of the tracks and their placement on the running gear.

Assembly and finishing

As with any 1/35 scale armour model, careful preparation of parts before gluing helps ensure a high-quality result: clean separation from the sprues, removal of any moulding marks, and test-fitting of sub-assemblies. Small parts and photo-etched elements require the use of precision tools.

Painting can be done with a brush or an airbrush after applying a primer suitable for plastic. Decals allow you to add the markings provided in the kit. A light weathering, dust effects, or a general aging process can then be used to emphasize the relief of the hull, the turret, and the running gear.

Technical features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 80136
• Type : assembled military vehicle model kit
• Subject : German Panzer Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.E/F
• Scale : 1/35
• Main material : injection-moulded plastic
• Included items : clear parts, photo-etch, decals and instruction manual
• Tracks : individual plastic links

Complementary products

Assembly requires glue suitable for plastic models. Cutting tools, fine abrasive paper, a photo-etch tweezer, a primer, paints, and weathering products can round out the modeller’s toolkit.