{"product_id":"german-nashorn-self-propelled-heavy-anti-tank-gun-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"German Nashorn Self-Propelled Heavy Anti-Tank Gun 1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of Germany's most formidable tank destroyers of the Second World War with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya German Nashorn Self-Propelled Heavy Anti-Tank Gun 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the Nashorn, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, a detailed fighting compartment and realistic surface detailing with authentic German Army markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII armour enthusiasts, military vehicle collectors and diorama builders alike.\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: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: German Nashorn Self-Propelled Heavy Anti-Tank Gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed open fighting compartment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic German Army decal options\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\u003eNashorn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (German for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRhinoceros\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) was a German self-propelled anti-tank gun developed during the Second World War to counter increasingly heavily armoured Soviet and Allied tanks. Entering service in 1943, it combined the powerful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.8cm PaK 43 L\/71\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e anti-tank gun with a purpose-built chassis derived from components of the Panzer III and Panzer IV.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Nashorn's greatest strength was its exceptional firepower. The long-barrelled 88mm gun was capable of destroying virtually any Allied tank at long range, including the Soviet IS-2 and American M26 Pershing, while also proving highly effective against the British Churchill and later Sherman variants. Its impressive range often allowed Nashorn crews to engage enemy armour before they themselves came under threat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo accommodate the large gun, the vehicle featured a tall, open-topped fighting compartment. While this provided excellent visibility and ample space for the crew, it also left them vulnerable to artillery fragments, small-arms fire and aircraft attack. As a result, the Nashorn was best employed from concealed defensive positions, where its long-range firepower could be fully exploited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Nashorn saw action on both the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, serving with specialised heavy anti-tank battalions. Although only around 500 vehicles were produced, it earned a reputation as one of Germany's most effective tank destroyers, particularly in defensive operations where its powerful gun could dominate open terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the Nashorn is remembered as one of the most capable self-propelled anti-tank guns of the Second World War. Its combination of outstanding firepower and tactical effectiveness secured its place as a significant vehicle in the evolution of armoured warfare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60214992994638,"sku":"32600","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32600_1.jpg?v=1784987511","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/german-nashorn-self-propelled-heavy-anti-tank-gun-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}