Deutsche Panzerbesatzung Set I, 1/35 - Master Box Ltd. 3507

German Tank Crew Set I is a 1/35 scale model figure set to be assembled, offered by Master Box Ltd. under reference 3507. It depicts a German tank crew from the 1943-1945 period, intended to accompany an armoured vehicle scale model or to be placed in a Second World War diorama.

A German tank crew at 1/35 scale

The box includes four plastic figures to assemble and paint. The poses portrayed make it possible to create a scene focused on the everyday life of a crew around its vehicle: interaction between crew members, preparation or inspection of equipment. The theme is well suited for building a display setting that highlights a German tank at 1/35 scale.

At this scale, the dimensions of the real subject are reduced by a factor of 35. 1/35 is a widely used scale for armoured vehicles, military equipment and accessories, as well as for model figures, which helps integrate this set into a consistent project.

Assembly and painting

The figures are provided as separate parts requiring assembly and gluing. Careful preparation of the mould lines, followed by a dry fit of arms, heads and equipment, helps achieve natural-looking silhouettes before painting.

Applying a plastic primer helps to even out the surfaces and gain better control over the details before adding colour. The folds of uniforms, equipment and faces can then be enhanced with highlights, shadows and a weathering finish suited to the atmosphere chosen for the diorama. Model glue, paints and assembly tools must be purchased separately.

Technical specifications

• Brand : Master Box Ltd.
• Reference : 3507
• Type : military figure set to be assembled
• Subject : German tank crew
• Period depicted : 1943-1945
• Scale : 1/35
• Material : plastic
• Number of figures : 4