Dragon Models 1/35 SdKfz 7/1 Halftrack w/2cm Flak 38 Self-Propelled Gun Kit

This 1/35 scale Smart Kit from Dragon is completely new tooling. It is the culmination of exhaustive research and data collection, with the designers and engineers sparing no effort in making every single part as accurate as possible. For example, there is a liberal supply of photo-etched parts for items like the mesh for the folding sides and tailgate. The front tires are made of DS, while the track links are convenient Magic Tracks. Even hidden features like the engine, gearbox and fuel tanks are included. As well as its high level of technical accuracy, the Smart Kit label promises a pleasurable and straightforward build for modelers ranging from novice to expert. The basic 8(t) chassis and driving compartment are well proportioned, with compound curves and thicknesses realistically rendered. The main armament is a gem of a kit in its own right. It’s accurately detailed, and the cannon barrels traverse as well as elevate and depress. This is the ultimate Smart Kit halftrack from Dragon, combining a fine new vehicle with a lethal weapon!

Features:

• Hull sides can be folded down for better crew access
• Side armor plates can be assembled at different angles for travel or combat
• Gun can traverse 360 degrees
• Adjustable windshield made from clear plastic with photo-etched wipers
• Opening driver's and radio operator's hatches with interior detail
• The layout of on-vehicle tools produced accurately
• Photo-etched mesh for folding sides of the rear platform
• Brand new mounted 2cm Flakvierling 38 cannon
• Slide-molded one-piece gun barrel with hollow muzzle
• Cannon can be freely posed at different angles
• Bolt detail on armor plates realistically rendered
• Detailed radiator cover w/filler cap
• Intricately detailed internal mechanical components: engine, gearbox, fuel tank, compressed-air tank, suspension, exhaust, and winch
• 6-cylinder engine represented by multiple parts
• Delicate engine housing
• The folding tailgate can be posed open/closed
• The rifle rack accurately presented
• Gen2 Kar 98K can be mounted on the rack
• Finely detailed sub-frame made by slide molds w/muffler and exhaust-pipe assembly
• Gun cradle offers a great detailed definition
• Gun sight and hand wheels with well-defined detail
• Gun shield molded to correct scale thickness
• Round base-plate gun platform authentically detailed
• Winch assembly w/rope, tow hook, and actuator realistically reproduced
• The fully detailed steering mechanism
• Slide molds enable one-piece chassis frame w/support-brace detail
• Final-drive housing made from separate parts with  bolt and rib detail
• The detailed winch spool has bolt and rib detail
• Rear crossbeam w/roller and trailer coupling depicted like the real one
• Suspension system as per the real vehicle; slide-molded suspension arms and springs w/delicate detail
• The detailed gearbox has a multipart assembly
• Brake drums have detail on both sides
• Photo-etched mount w/bolt detail for Notek light
• The photo-etched flange around the sprocket wheel center
• Photo-etched steps w/tread pattern next to front fenders
• New accurately shaped front fenders made from a 2-directional slide mold
• Brand new Magic Tracks for German half-track
• Track links have a reinforcing structure
• Optional spotlight provided
• Includes clear lenses for headlamps and spotlight
• Different road wheels rendered w/delicate detail on both sides
• Sprocket w/realistic ribbed detail
• Front wheels w/authentic tread detail made from DS