Based on the reliable Czechoslovakian Panzer 38(t) chassis; almost 3;000 of Hetzers (Baiters) were built by the war's end. Their small size and very low profile gave them distinct advantages in the role of tank hunters. In addition; the Hetzer wasn't hampered by the mechanical problems associated with the larger tank destroyers such as the Jagdpanther and Jagdtiger; nor did it have the unprotected fighting compartment of the Nashorn or Marder tank hunters. Its remote control roof machine gun gave it good close defence capability.Hetzers equipped many Waffen-SS and Wehrmacht (even the Luftwaffe and Kriegsmarine) formations; seeing action on all fronts on which Germany fought as well as with the Hungarian army. The first Hetzers entered service with 731st and 743rd Heeres Panzerjäger Abteilung in May/June of 1944.This plastic boxed set allows you to build one of three vehicle types: mid/late production Hetzer; Flammpanzer 38(t) or 2cm FlaK auf Hetzer reconnaissance/AA vehicle.Plastic components.Contents:1 Jagdpanzer 38(t) Hetzer Tank Destroyer1 Set of Vehicle Damage Markers1 Assembly and Painting Guide1 Waterslide Decal SheetBolt Action Stat CardsMiniatures are supplied unpainted. Preparation and assembly may be required.
