{"product_id":"3-7cm-flak-43-flakpanzer-iv-ostwind-1-72-model-kit-by-lexa-models-x-dragon","title":"3.7cm Flak 43 Flakpanzer IV \"Ostwind\" 1:72 Model Kit by Lexa Models x Dragon","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of Germany's most distinctive late-war anti-aircraft vehicles with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLexa Models x Dragon 3.7cm Flak 43 Flakpanzer IV \"Ostwind\" 1:72 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Combining Dragon's renowned tooling with high-quality components from Lexa Models, this kit accurately recreates the Ostwind, armed with the powerful 3.7cm FlaK 43 in its characteristic open-topped hexagonal turret.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing finely detailed parts, crisp surface detail and authentic decals, this kit is an excellent choice for WWII armour enthusiasts, collectors and diorama builders seeking a unique German self-propelled anti-aircraft vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:72\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Lexa Models x Dragon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: 3.7cm Flak 43 Flakpanzer IV \"Ostwind\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly detailed anti-aircraft gun and turret\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic decal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlakpanzer IV \"Ostwind\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was developed in 1944 as Germany sought more effective mobile air defence for its armoured formations. Built on the reliable Panzer IV chassis, the Ostwind replaced the earlier \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWirbelwind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose quadruple 20mm cannon was becoming less effective against faster and better-armoured Allied aircraft. Instead, the Ostwind mounted a single but far more powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3.7cm FlaK 43\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e anti-aircraft gun within a distinctive open-topped, hexagonal turret.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe FlaK 43 offered greater range, accuracy and hitting power than the earlier 20mm weapons, making the Ostwind a much more capable anti-aircraft platform. Although primarily intended to defend armoured columns from low-flying fighter-bombers, its high-velocity gun also proved effective against lightly armoured ground vehicles and infantry positions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction began late in the war, with only around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40 to 45 vehicles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e completed before Germany's surrender in 1945. This limited production means the Ostwind saw comparatively little combat, but it represented one of the most advanced self-propelled anti-aircraft vehicles fielded by the German Army during the conflict.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the Ostwind remains a fascinating example of late-war German armoured vehicle development. Its distinctive appearance and rarity have made it a popular subject among military historians and scale modellers alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue, paints, and modelling tools are sold separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended for experienced beginners and above due to the small parts and detailed assembly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60211586728270,"sku":"D7535","price":37.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/d7535_1.jpg?v=1784931082","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/3-7cm-flak-43-flakpanzer-iv-ostwind-1-72-model-kit-by-lexa-models-x-dragon","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}