Tamiya Plastic Model Kit
German 8ton Semi-Track Flak 37 Sd.Kfz.7/2 (1/35) 35144
The Tamiya German 8ton Semi-Track Flak 37 Sd.Kfz.7/2 (1/35) 35144 kit captures one of the Wehrmacht’s most versatile anti-aircraft platforms in exquisite detail. Developed as an answer to the growing Allied air threat, the Sd.Kfz.7/2 mounted a 3.7cm Flak 37 cannon on the proven 8ton half-track chassis, creating a mobile and effective self-propelled anti-aircraft system. This Tamiya model combines exceptional fit and detail accuracy, showcasing the functional engineering and battlefield presence of this formidable vehicle.
- Highly detailed 1/35 scale plastic assembly kit
- Depicts the 8ton half-track armed with a 3.7cm Flak 37 anti-aircraft cannon
- Detailed suspension, driver’s area, and gun platform
- Tailgate can be built in raised or lowered position
- Includes plastic netting for enhanced realism
- Shell parts for explosive and armour-piercing ammunition included
- Length: 200mm, Width: 70mm
The model recreates both the power and mechanical complexity of the Sd.Kfz.7/2, from the intricate suspension system to the precise gun mount. The included ammunition, poseable parts, and netting detail allow for dynamic diorama possibilities or a striking standalone display.
History:
As Allied air raids intensified during World War II, Germany urgently required mobile anti-aircraft defences to protect its forces on the move. The Sd.Kfz.7/2 was developed in 1943 by mounting the 3.7cm Flak 37 cannon onto the reliable 8ton half-track chassis. Capable of firing up to 160 rounds per minute, this weapon provided substantial firepower against low-flying aircraft and light ground targets. Later versions added armour plating to shield the crew and vehicle engine. Serving across multiple fronts, the Sd.Kfz.7/2 played a vital role in defending German columns and installations from air attacks while maintaining excellent cross-country mobility. Tamiya’s detailed kit faithfully brings this important vehicle to life for WWII armour enthusiasts and historians alike.
