Tamiya 35358 1/35 German Self-Propelled Howitzer Wespe “Italian Front”

The Wespe – a classic in the Tamiya 1/35 Military Miniature Series (Item 35200) ¡V is back, with updated parts

and new marking options for vehicles that fought on the Italian front. Originally designed as a stopgap but

with a production run of 676, this Pz.Kpfw.II chassis-based howitzer exceeded German expectations. Intended

mainly for infantry support, the Pz.Kpfw.II¡¦s moving turret was replaced with a boxy stationary superstructure

equipped with the Type 18/2 10.5cm L/28 howitzer. While the crew of 5 were not blessed with overwhelming

protection, their vehicle was a mobile threat to Allied forces nonetheless

About the Model

¡E This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 143mm.

¡E The form of the Wespe self-propelled howitzer is captured with excellent realism.

¡E Includes new parts recreating stowed MG34 machine gun and ammo case, flare case, communications

equipment, first aid box and more.

¡E Features assembly-type tracks (Item 35200 uses belt type) allowing depiction of sag.

¡E Open-top fighting compartment allows inspection of interior details.

¡E 10.5cm howitzer offers traverse and elevation/depression.

¡E Comes with 4 figures in action pose ¡V gunner, 2 loaders and commander.

¡E 2 marking options recreate Wespe vehicles deployed in the Battle of Anzio, the Allies¡¦ amphibious assault

that led to the eventual taking of Rome.

¡E Marking Option 1: 26th Panzer Division; Marking Option 2: 29th Panzer-Grenadier Division.