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One of the main
attractions of Tamiya�s 1/48 Military Minature Series is how easily the kits can
be integrated into dioramas, especially ones that involve aircraft of the same
scale. With the addition of the Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind, Tamiya gives modelers
yet another interesting subject for such projects.
About the Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind.
As the Luftwaffe lost
air superiority, Allied fighter-bombers proved to be an increasingly dangerous
threat to the German army, and plans were developed to produce a purpose-built
mobile antiaircraft platform to protect the ground units from air attack. The
Wirbelwind was based on the proven Pz.kpfw.IV chassis and featured a
uniquely-shaped open turret with 9 side panels. Armed with quadruple 20mm Flak
38 L/112.5 fast-firing cannons, it was able to make life difficult for
low-flying Allied planes that got in its range as well as provide direct fire
support for ground troops. Due to material shortages, production was hampered
and there were never enough of these vehicles to go around.
About the Model
- High quality 1/48 scale assembly model kit
of the Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind.
- Distinctively-shaped open turret accurately
reproduced with interior details.
- Quad 20mm guns with gun sight can be
elevated to various angles, allowing for more diorama options.
- Diecast chassis for added weight and
realism.
- Tank treads are assembly type, with the
upper section featuring realistic sag effect.
- 4 figures and two types of markings
included.
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TS-1 - Red Brown |
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TS-2 - Dark Green |
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TS-3 - Dark Yellow |
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X-10 - Gun Metal |
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XF-1 - Flat Black |
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XF-10 - Flat Brown |
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XF-15 - Flat Flesh |
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XF-2 - Flat White |
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XF-24 - Dark Grey |
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XF-56 - Metallic Grey |
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XF-60 - Dark Yellow |
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XF-61 - Dark Green |
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XF-64 - Red Brown |
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XF-65 - Field Grey |
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