German SPG Crew Vol.2, 1/35 - Hobby Boss 84407

The German SPG Crew Vol.2 set from Hobby Boss, reference 84407, is a plastic military figurine kit in 1/35 scale. It includes six figurines depicting a German crew designed to accompany a self-propelled artillery vehicle in a scale model project dedicated to World War II.

An crew for a 1/35 military diorama

In 1/35 scale, these figurines are suited to creating a scene around an armored vehicle or a German self-propelled gun. They add human presence to a vehicle displayed on its own, help you set up a scene of preparation, maintenance, or action, or even complete a military diorama.

The term SPG refers to a self-propelled artillery vehicle. These machines combined an artillery piece or a cannon with a motorized, armored chassis in order to provide mobile fire support on the battlefield. A crew is an important element for giving this type of build visual scale and narrative dimension.

Assembly and painting

The figurines are provided as plastic parts to be assembled. Preparing the components usually involves removing parts from the sprues, eliminating molding traces, and adjusting before gluing. A thin application of putty may be useful for treating any joints after assembly.

Painting the figurines helps highlight uniforms, equipment, and the volumes of the faces. Applying a primer, followed by thin coats of paint, makes the finish more uniform. Shadows, highlights, and a measured weathering effect can then enhance overall realism and help the figures blend into a military setting.

Technical details

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 84407
• Type : military figurine assembly set
• Subject : German crew for self-propelled artillery vehicle
• Scale : 1/35
• Material : plastic
• Number of figurines : 6
• Period depicted : World War II

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Assembly and finishing can be done with plastic model glue, precision side cutters, a modeling knife, fine sandpaper, putty, and paints suitable for military figurines.