{"product_id":"german-sd-ffz-232-heavy-armoured-car-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"German Sd.Ffz.232 Heavy Armoured Car 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 distinctive reconnaissance vehicles with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya German Sd.Kfz.232 Heavy Armoured Car 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic surface detailing and authentic German Army markings, this highly detailed kit faithfully recreates the famous eight-wheeled armoured car used throughout the Second World War.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit provides a rewarding 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: Sd.Kfz.232 Heavy Armoured Car\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 chassis and suspension\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\u003eSd.Kfz.232 (8-Rad) Schwerer Panzerspähwagen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was one of Germany's principal heavy armoured reconnaissance vehicles during the Second World War. Developed in the late 1930s, it was designed to provide fast, long-range reconnaissance for Panzer divisions while maintaining reliable communications with headquarters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt on a purpose-designed eight-wheel-drive chassis, the Sd.Kfz.232 offered excellent mobility both on roads and across difficult terrain. Its all-wheel steering allowed it to manoeuvre with remarkable agility, while its powerful engine enabled speeds of up to 85 km\/h (53 mph), making it ideal for scouting missions ahead of advancing armoured formations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vehicle was armed with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2cm KwK 30 or KwK 38 autocannon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a coaxial 7.92mm MG34 machine gun, providing sufficient firepower to engage enemy reconnaissance vehicles, infantry and lightly armoured targets. One of its most recognisable features was the large frame aerial mounted above the hull, which gave the Sd.Kfz.232 long-range radio communication capabilities and allowed reconnaissance crews to relay valuable battlefield intelligence quickly and efficiently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sd.Kfz.232 saw action in virtually every major German campaign, including the invasions of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoland and France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth African Campaign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the defence of Western Europe. Its speed, reliability and communications equipment made it an invaluable asset, often operating well ahead of the main force to locate enemy positions and assess battlefield conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the Sd.Kfz.232 remains one of the most recognisable armoured cars of the Second World War. Its distinctive appearance and important reconnaissance role have made it a popular subject among military historians and scale modelling enthusiasts alike.\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":60214840328526,"sku":"32574","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32574_4.jpg?v=1784986161","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/german-sd-ffz-232-heavy-armoured-car-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}