Hobby Master 1:72 Ground Power Series HG4304
Bussing-NAG Sd.Kfz.234/3 Puma Diecast Model
German Army 116.PzDiv, Normandy, France, 1944 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Bussing-NAG Sd.Kfz.234/3 Puma | | 3.25" | | 1.25" |
226.Aufklarungsabteilungen (armored Reconnaissance detachment) belonged to 116.Panzer-Division that was known as the "Windhund Divisonen" (Greyhound Division). 116.Pz Div. was formed in March 1944 and sent to the Pas-de-Calais. From August 7th 13th the 116.Pz Div. was involved in Operation Luttich, a failed German counteroffensive that saw German forces being encircled in the Falaise Pocket. From August 12th 21st the Germans were on the defensive and eventually some did escape with heavy losses. By August 21st the116.Pz Div. only had 600 men and 12 tanks left.
Designed as a heavily-armored reconnaissance vehicle with the mission of observing enemy forces, the Schwerer PanzerspƤhwagen first entered service in the mid 1930s. Originally based on a 6x4 truck design, these large but fast armored vehicles evolved to include eight-wheel designs. Though not meant to engage enemy forces, PanzerspƤhwagens could withstand small arms fire and could return fire with a 2 cm KwK 30 L/55 autocannon. The better-armed Sd Kfz. 234 Puma had a heavier gun that was capable of destroying armored cars and light tanks. These vehicles were operated throughout the war, though the extreme conditions in the USSR and North Africa limited their usefulness. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale Puma Armored Car is manufactured with an intelligent blend of diecast metal and plastic, which gives it both weight and detail. The top portion of the hull is made of plastic with the lower portion constructed in diecast metal. Details include separately-applied shovels, tire jack and spare tire and front and rear driver's guide antennas. The wishbone and leaf spring suspension can be seen on the underside. Variants include the Sd.Kfz. 234/2 with 360 degree rotating turret, smoke grenades and pivoting 20mm metal cannon and the Sd.Kfz. 234/3 with pivoting 75mm gun and breech housed in a raised open superstructure.
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles.
Hobby Master "1:72 Ground Power Series" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks on detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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