Description
Overview
The Tamiya 1/35 German Nashorn Heavy Tank Destroyer recreates one of WWII's most formidable anti-tank platforms. The Nashorn ("Rhinoceros") mounted the devastating 8.8cm PaK 43 gun on a light, turretless chassis, creating a vehicle capable of penetrating 190mm of armor at 1,000 meters. This exceptional firepower made the Nashorn a feared opponent on both the Eastern and Western fronts.
Despite being lightly armored, the Nashorn's superior firepower and mobility compared to heavier tanks kept it in production until the end of WWII. This highly detailed model was developed using research from an actual vehicle preserved in a Russian museum, ensuring exceptional accuracy throughout.
Key Features
- 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit
- 71-caliber 8.8cm PaK 43 gun faithfully reproduced
- Metal parts for authentic gun movement and weight
- Complex fighting compartment accurately detailed
- Based on research of actual preserved vehicle
- Four crew figures included
- Three marking options including winter camouflage
Performance Benefits
- Exceptional accuracy from museum research
- Metal gun parts add realism
- Open compartment reveals detailed interior
- Included figures enhance display
- Multiple marking options for variety
Usage Notes
- Cement and paint required (not included)
- Dark Yellow or winter camouflage options
- Reference photos enhance authenticity
- Intermediate skill level recommended
Technical Specs
- Scale: 1/35
- Subject: Sd.Kfz.164 Nashorn
- Era: WWII (1943-1945)
- Material: Plastic with metal parts
- Tamiya Item Number: 35335
What's Included
- (1) Nashorn Tank Destroyer Kit
- (4) Crew Figures (driver and 3 gunners)
- Metal gun parts
- Decal sheet (3 marking options)
- Full-color instruction manual
Needed to Complete
- Plastic cement
- Hobby knife and sprue cutters
- German armor paints
- Figure paints
- Weathering supplies (optional)
Summary
The Tamiya 1/35 German Nashorn Heavy Tank Destroyer offers exceptional detail and historical significance with its powerful 8.8cm gun. The included metal parts, four figures, and multiple marking options make this an outstanding kit for serious armor modelers.