Thunder Model 35102 Bergepanzer 38 Hetzer Early (1/35) – plastic model kit

Thunder Model 35102 Bergepanzer 38 Hetzer Early is an exceptional plastic model kit in the popular 1/35 scale, designed for enthusiasts of historical armored vehicles from World War II. This kit faithfully replicates the German technical recovery vehicle used mainly by the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS, representing the early version of the famous Hetzer. This model serves as an excellent base for dioramas and collections of frontline support vehicles.

Historical Information

The Bergepanzer 38 (Hetzer) was a German recovery and repair vehicle based on the chassis of the Hetzer tank destroyer (Jagdpanzer 38(t)). It was used during World War II, particularly from mid-1944, mainly on the Eastern and Western Fronts. The early version represented in this kit features specific technical solutions—simplified hull elements and lifting mechanism—characteristic for the first production series.

Technical Product Details

• Model scale: 1:35
• Version: Early (initial production)
• Operator country: Nazi Germany (Wehrmacht, Waffen-SS)
• Service period: World War II (1944-1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic (styrene)
• Box contents: multi-part sprue, photo-etched parts for enhanced detail, multipart tracks for self-assembly
• Step-by-step assembly instructions with a high level of clarity
• Glue and paints not included

Recommended for Whom?

We especially recommend the Thunder Model 35102 Bergepanzer 38 Hetzer Early kit to intermediate and advanced modelers, especially those interested in German armor and building World War II-themed dioramas. The included photo-etched parts allow for a realistic recreation of details and your own interpretation of wear and tear. Thanks to excellent part fit, the kit is also recommended for those beginning their adventure with intermediate-level models.

Difficulty level: 4/5 – requires precision and patience, especially when assembling photo-etched details and constructing the tracks.

• Category: Plastic model kit
• Realistic replica of a recovery and evacuation vehicle
• Great starting point for further modeling and customization

By choosing this model, you receive a product refined down to the smallest details, which is not only a unique addition to any collection but also a proven starting point for complex modeling projects.