German Panzer Kpfw:38(t) Ausf.G, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 80137

The model German Panzer Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.G by Hobby Boss, manufacturer reference 80137 and catalogue reference 3480137, depicts a German tank from World War II at a scale of 1/35. This is a plastic model kit to be assembled for the military vehicles category.

Panzerkampfwagen 38(t) Ausf.G

The Panzerkampfwagen 38(t) was derived from the Czechoslovak tank LT vz. 38, adopted and used by the German army during World War II. The letter “t” refers to its Czech origin in the German designation. This light armored vehicle was used at the beginning of the conflict, before its chassis was also used as the basis for several derived vehicles.

The Ausführung G corresponds to a production version of the Panzer 38(t). Its compact shapes, distinctive running gear, and turret make it a well-known subject among enthusiasts of German armored vehicles and dioramas devoted to the early years of the war on the Eastern Front.

Assembly and finishing

At a scale of 1/35, each dimension of the real vehicle is reduced by a factor of 35. This scale allows you to work on hull details, the running gear, turret components, and the surface finishing with precision.

As with any plastic model kit, preparing the parts before gluing helps ensure a clean build: careful trimming, removing any traces from the sprue, and dry-fitting the subassemblies. Applying a suitable primer then makes it easier to paint and helps you control the appearance of the surface.

The finish can be geared toward a restrained presentation of an operational vehicle or toward a more advanced treatment with paint modulation, washes, dust effects, and signs of wear. Weathering steps are best carried out gradually to preserve the readability of the armored vehicle’s volumes and details.

Technical features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Manufacturer reference : 80137
• Catalogue reference : 3480137
• Type : static model kit of an assembling military vehicle
• Subject : German Panzer Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.G
• Scale : 1/35
• Material : plastic
• Period depicted : World War II

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Assembling a plastic kit usually requires model glue, cutting and precision tools, as well as fine abrasives. For finishing, a primer, model paints, brushes or an airbrush, and weathering products can be used depending on the desired result.