German 8 Ton 1/2 Track Sd.Kfz.

This plastic WWII half track model is incredibly detailed and realistic. It's versatility in real life allows this machine to be displayed in any environment portrayed in a diorama. For this price, I was amazed by the quality and detail of the build. The figures included add to the authenticity, and the option of having the sides up or down while being able to chose the direction the guns point allows this kit to adapt to any diorama scene it is placed. Even by itself, this halftrack looks great.

The detail on this kit is nice, and the quad 20MM is very good. The figures are also good. But, since this kit was built by Tamiya to be motorized back in the 1970's the tracks are rubberized with no detail on the inside. Eduard makes a great PE set for this vehicle that includes thin shields for the quad. I also bought Modelkasten tracks for it, but if you're going to put this in a diorama and put enough mud/dirt on the tracks the kit tracks will be ok.

This German Track complete with crew and anti aircraft guns was a pleasure to build and once I gave it a coat of winter paint it seemed to come to life and fit right in with my other vehicles. A little tricky to get the parts to match but it was worth the effort. Tamiya does a great job making the track look authentic.