Academy Plastic Model Kit

German Panzer II Ausf F “North Africa” (1/35) 13535

The Academy 1/35 German Panzer II Ausf F “North Africa” kit brings one of the Wehrmacht’s early-war light tanks to life with brand-new tooling. The Ausf F variant was widely deployed during the North African campaign, providing reconnaissance and light armour support to German and Axis forces. With its compact frame and distinctive silhouette, the Panzer II played a key role before being gradually replaced by heavier vehicles as the war progressed.

• Scale: 1/35
• 100% new tooling for improved accuracy and detail
• Features 2cm KwK 30L/55 gun and MG34 machine gun
• Includes photo-etch parts for fine detailing
• Choice of markings for 6 units across North Africa:
• Libya, 1941
• Egypt, 1942
• Africa, 1943
• Tunisia, 1943

History

The Panzer II was designed in the mid-1930s as an interim solution while more powerful tanks like the Panzer III and IV were under development. Armed with a 20mm cannon and a coaxial MG34, it was lightly armoured but highly mobile, making it effective in early Blitzkrieg campaigns. By the time of the North African theatre, the Panzer II Ausf F had received thicker armour and refinements that extended its service life. Deployed under Rommel’s Afrika Korps, these tanks participated in key battles across Libya, Egypt, and Tunisia. Although increasingly outmatched by Allied armour, the Panzer II remained vital for reconnaissance and infantry support. Its presence in North Africa highlights the adaptability and resourcefulness of Axis forces during one of WWII’s most challenging campaigns.