German Pz.Kpfw IV Ausf. D/E Fahrgestell, 1/35 - Trumpeter 00362

The Trumpeter 00362 kit recreates at 1/35 a German Pz. Kpfw. IV Ausf. D/E Fahrgestell, configured as an ammunition carrier. This tracked vehicle was used to support the heavy mortars Karl-Gerät during World War II.

The assembled model measures 174 mm long, 94 mm wide and 108 mm high. At a scale of 1/35, each dimension of the real vehicle is reduced by a factor of 35—an appreciated format for military vehicles, figures, and dioramas.

The box contains 675 parts, spread across 15 sprues, including the hull and tracks. It also includes 2 metal projectiles, 5 photo-etched parts and 1 film part. The decal option matches the German Army.

Assembly requires careful preparation of the small parts and gluing suited to static model making. Photo-etched parts can be handled with fine tweezers and glued with a suitable adhesive. A primer before painting helps to even out surfaces and bring out details; weathering, dust effects, or aging operations can then further help integrate the vehicle into a historical setting.

Technical features:

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Reference: 00362
• Type: static model of a military vehicle
• Subject: German Pz.Kpfw IV Ausf. D/E Fahrgestell
• Scale: 1/35
• Number of parts: 675
• Assembled dimensions: 174 × 94 × 108 mm
• Sprues: 15, with hull and tracks
• Additional elements: 2 metal projectiles, 5 photo-etched parts and 1 film part
• Decals: German Army