TAMIYA 1/35 FLAKPANZER GEPARD

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1/35 WEST GERMAN FLAKPANZER GEPARD

This is a 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit depicting the Gepard, a post-WWII anti-aircraft tank operated by West Germany.

From the 4km-range 35mm cannons to the radar equipment front and rear, the form of the tank is captured in style.
Features moving barrel and radar depictions, plus opening turret rear hatches.
Metal net is included in the kit to recreate engine deck grille details.
Comes with a commander figure in beret.

The Flakpanzer Gepard, also known as the “Cheetah”, is a formidable self-propelled anti-aircraft gun (SPAAG) developed by Germany. Let’s delve into its details:

Developmental History:
- The Gepard was conceived during the 1960s as a replacement for the M42 Duster.
- Two projects were explored: “Matador” and “5PFZ-A.”
- In 1971, construction began on prototypes, and the decision was made to use the 35 mm gun type.
- The Dutch army also ordered a pre-series based on a Leopard 1 vehicle.
- The Gepard entered service in the 1970s and has undergone several upgrades with advanced electronics