The Panzer IV, an iconic German tank of World War II, saw action from the invasion of Poland to the fall of Berlin. Renowned for its robust design, it underwent continuous updates that extended its operational life far beyond its peers. By the mid-war period, it was equipped with a potent long-barreled 75mm gun, enhancing its firepower and mobility, while improved armor doubled its survivability in key areas.
During the fierce battles in Russia, the Panzer IV adopted detachable side armor panels known as schürzen to counter threats from Soviet anti-tank rifles and later Allied bazooka-style weapons.
A mainstay of German armored regiments, the Panzer IV was pivotal in many campaigns.
Like other Bolt Action plastic vehicle kits, this model is meticulously detailed yet straightforward to assemble. It serves as a durable gaming piece and appeals to both gamers and hobbyists alike.
The Panzer IV kit includes a comprehensive waterslide decal sheet for adding authentic finishing touches to your new tank.
ou can choose to build your Panzer IV as one of three different variants:
- The short-barrelled Ausf. F1.
- The long-barrelled Ausf. G with its distinctive ball muzzle brake. Respectfully known by British forces in the desert campaign as the 'Mark 4 Special' it saw action in the Western Desert and the Russian Front primarily.
- The Ausf H with its new muzzle brake and protective schürzen side skirts. A regular sight on late war battlefields, the Ausf H is one of the iconic Panzers of the war.
This vehicle can also be used in games of Achtung Panzer!, the game of close-quarters tank-on-tank combat, its rules can be found in the Achtung Panzer! rulebook.
Note: Models supplied unassembled and unpainted
