Thunder Model Plastic Military Vehicle Kit

Thunder Model Bergepanzer Hetzer Late with 2cm FlaK (1/35) Item TM35105

This unique 1/35 scale kit from Thunder Model depicts a speculative late-war variant of the German Bergepanzer 38(t), commonly known as the Bergehetzer, fitted with a 2cm FlaK anti-aircraft cannon. This hybrid design is a “what-if” concept based on realistic wartime adaptations, reflecting the increasing need for mobile AA platforms as Allied air superiority grew. The kit combines recovery vehicle features with compact firepower, offering a compelling subject for modellers interested in late-war innovation and field modifications.

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit (Thunder Model item TM35105)
• Detailed Bergepanzer Hetzer hull with open-top crew compartment
• 2cm FlaK gun with mount, shield, elevation, and traverse controls
• Crane assembly, recovery winch, and tools included
• Detailed running gear, wheels, and track system
• Photo-etched parts for fenders, straps, and fine details
• Markings for speculative late-war field units

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.

Historical Background:

The Bergepanzer 38(t), or Bergehetzer, was a recovery vehicle developed from the chassis of the Jagdpanzer 38(t) Hetzer. Intended to support armoured formations by recovering damaged vehicles under fire, the Bergehetzer featured an open-top superstructure, winch, and crane. While there is no direct evidence that a FlaK-armed variant existed, it is plausible that late in the war, field workshops may have improvised such configurations. The mounting of a 2cm FlaK gun on the Bergehetzer platform provided both anti-aircraft capability and limited defence against infantry and light vehicles. This speculative build adds an imaginative yet credible twist to late-war German armour history.

Suggested Paint References:

These colours are based on typical late-war German camouflage and metal fittings. Suggested values below are visually matched and may differ from kit instructions.