HISTORY ASPECTS:
During the Normandy campaign of 1944, the Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H with Schürzen served as a key component of the German armored forces, particularly within the 2nd Panzer Division. Equipped with additional side armor skirts (Schürzen) to mitigate the threat posed by Allied anti-tank weapons, these tanks were deployed to defend against the Allied invasion of France. The Panzer IV Ausf.H, known for its reliability and versatility, played a vital role in the German efforts to repel the Allied advance and maintain control over strategic positions in Normandy.
As part of the 2nd Panzer Division, the Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H tanks saw action in numerous engagements throughout Normandy, including the battles of Caen, Villers-Bocage, and the Falaise Pocket. Engaging in fierce armored clashes against Allied tanks such as the Sherman and Churchill, these Panzer IVs demonstrated their effectiveness in combat, leveraging their potent 75mm main gun and robust armor to engage and destroy enemy armor and infantry units. Despite facing overwhelming Allied air and ground superiority, the Panzer IV Ausf.H remained a formidable adversary on the battlefield.
Featuring authentic details and accurate markings based on historical references, this 1:72 scale model pays homage to the brave crews of the 2nd Panzer Division who fought valiantly during the Normandy campaign. Whether displayed as a collectible or used for tabletop wargaming, this replica captures the essence of one of World War II's most iconic German tanks, commemorating the sacrifices made by those who served aboard the Panzer IV Ausf.H during the intense battles in Normandy.
The Dragon Models Germany Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H with Schurzen Tank #823 is a 1/72 scale plastic model, part of the "NEO Dragon Armor" Series. This model represents a Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H tank from the 2nd Panzer Division during the 1944 Normandy campaign. It includes Schurzen, which were side skirts designed to offer additional protection. This product, part number 63242, is intended for collectors, historical enthusiasts, or model builders interested in detailed representations of World War II German armor. It provides a static display piece for those looking to accurately depict specific historical military vehicles without requiring assembly or painting, offering a ready-made collectible for display or diorama integration.
This model is produced in 1/72 scale, a common scale for military vehicle models and collectibles.
No, this is a pre-built plastic model from the "NEO Dragon Armor" Series, designed for immediate display.
The model depicts a Germany Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H tank from the 2nd Panzer Division, specifically as it appeared during the 1944 Normandy campaign.
Schurzen refers to the spaced armor skirts fitted to the sides of the tank, which were designed to provide additional protection against anti-tank rifle fire and hollow-charge projectiles.
63242 - Dragon Models Germany Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H with Schurzen Tank #823 "2.Pz.Div. Normandy" (1944) "NEO Dragon Armor" S