M7 Priest Mid-Production - DRAGON 6637

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Réf: 6637

TypeIn: Model

Echelle: 1/35

A signed M7 model DRAGON Models le "M7 Priest Mid-Production".

Officially known as the 105mm Howitzer Motor Carriage M7, the M7 Priest est un canon automoteur produit au cours de la Seconde Guerre mondiale par les États-Unis. Priest est le surnom donné par les Britanniques, dû au fait que la mitrailleuse placée sur un rail donnait l’impression que le char était muni d’une chaire. Il faisait suite au Bishop anglais et ils le désignèrent officiellement 105mm SP Priest. (Les britanniques aimaient donner des noms en rapport à la religion à leurs canons automoteurs (Priest = prêtre, Bishop = évêque, Sexton = sacristain), tradition qui dura jusque dans les années 1960 avec l‘Abbot (abbé).)

Source: M7 Priest on Wikipedia

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Wittmann's Last Tiger Befehlspanzer Tiger I - DRAGON 6610

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Wittmann’s Last Tiger Befehlspanzer Tiger I

Type :Maquette
Réf :6610

Michael Wittmann (April 22, 1914 – August 8, 1944) was a German Waffen-SS tank commander during the Second World War. Wittmann would rise to the rank of SS-Hauptsturmführer (captain) and was a Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross holder. He was credited with the destruction of 138 tanks and 132 anti-tank guns, along with an unknown number of other armoured vehicles, making him one of Germany’s top scoring panzer aces, together with Johannes Bölter, Ernst Barkmann, Otto Carius and Kurt Knispel who was the top scoring ace of the war with 168 tank kills.

Features: One-piece slide-molded turret w/molded-on Zimmerit Two types of loader’s hatch available Slide-molded star-antenna included Separate commander’s hatch swivel arm Cupola w/head-pad ring and details Engine heater and heater cover on rear plate are provided as option Interior components such as fuel tank, radiator and fan Fan made up of separate parts Photo-etched air duct Optional spare tracks can be hung on turret sides Slide-molded DS track is highly detailed Detailed track w/separate guide horns provided to model spare track links Photo-etched fret for engine grill mesh (pre-formed) Idler wheels have detailed parts Road wheels and two types of road wheel hubs available Option of injection molded tools w/brackets and tools w/photo-etched brackets Workable torsion bars Details on hull bottom delicately reproduced for realism Detailed Bosch headlight w/electrical cable Optional zimmerit-free area on frontal armor to allow placement of LAH insignia Slide-molded muzzle brake included Complete bow MG w/sights and ammo bag Barrel recoils as on real gun

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Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N w/Winterketten s.Pz.Abt.502 - DRAGON 6606

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Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N w/Winterketten s.Pz.Abt.502

Echelle : 1/35
Réf : 

6606

 

Une maquette de chez DRAGON Models le "Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N w/Winterketten s.Pz.Abt.502 Leningrad 1943".

Dragon’s new kit uses recently released 1/35 scale Panzer III models as a foundation, and it incorporates all the essential features of this final-production Panzer III type. There is wide utilization of slide-mold technology – the one-piece turret made from a three-directional slide mold is one example, and even the rifling inside the gun barrel is included. Plus there are multimedia parts such as photo-etched metal for the grills on the air intakes. One further thing that sets this Panzer III apart is the inclusion of winterketten (winter tracks). In fact this is the first time winter tracks have been produced as Magic Tracks. This means modelers can easily and conveniently equip their Panzer III with these special tracks for a winter setting. Although this tank is specifically meant to depict one from s.Pz.Abt.502, modelers will find it hugely versatile in its application. For those seeking a companion for their Tiger, or simply wanting a stunning standalone model, this Panzer III is a must-have!

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Stu.Pz.IV "Brummbar" Early Production w/Zimmerit - DRAGON 6596

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Type

Stu.Pz.IV “Brummbar” Early Production w/Zimmerit

Scale1:35
Ref fly6596
 

Une maquette de chez DRAGON Models le "Stu.Pz.IV "Brummbar" Early Production w/Zimmerit".

Unique radial Zimmerit pattern pattern on the front replicate the real vehicle – Two options of exhaust muffler types available – Side-skirt armor produced to scale thickness in metal – StuH. 43/1 L/12 main gun with slide-molded barrel – Rifling inside gun barrel authentically recreated – One-piece fighting compartment made by 4-directional slide mold; w/vision port for Brummba”r Early – 2-directional slide-molded lower hull w/Zimmierit on both sides – Engine hatches can be assembled open/closed – Photo-etched part for engine-deck exhaust grill – Periscope made from clear plastic parts – Fully detailed gun w/breech assembly – Gunner’s seat w/realistic texture – Accurately reproduced ball-shaped mantlet and gun mount – Assembly options provided for fighting compartment hatches – Interior detail such as hatch supporting arms and scissors provided – 40cm Magic Tracks w/great details – Dimensionally correct road wheels – Road wheels, sprockets, idlers and return rollers authentically reproduced

Dragon has already released a 1/35 scale Mid-Production variant of the German Brummba”r, and it has been rapturously received thanks to its exquisite detail. Dragon is now following up with an Early Production version, and it is equally well endowed. A total of 60 early vehicles began rolling off the production line in November 1943, and they are easily identified by the lack of a machinegun in the glacis plate. Unfortunately, this also made them easy prey for tank-killer detachments. These early vehicles were crewed by four men, rather than the five of later vehicles. The driver’s position had the Fahrersehklappe 80 vision port from the Tiger I. These early vehicles were built until December 1943 but most were lost during the Battles of Kursk and Kharkov. Zimmerit appeared on all Brummba”r vehicles built up till September 1944.

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Sd.Kfz.7 8t Late Production - DRAGON 6562

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Topic : 

Sd.Kfz.7 8t Late Production

Scale : 1/35
Ref : 

6562

 

A kit from the brand DRAGON Models the Sd.Kfz.7 8t Late Production

Dragon has enjoyed great success with its 1/35 kit in the 8t halftrack, the Sd.Kfz.7/1 and 7/2. Following frequent requests from modelers, Dragon is proud to announce the launch of another new kit in the family. It is the standard tractor/prime mover variant, making it suitable for towing artillery pieces. This means the kit immediately lends itself to an inspirational diorama towing one of Dragon’s 88mm FlaK 36/37 guns or an s.FH.18 howitzer. This 1/35 scale kit specifically represents a Late Production variant, and it is ready to be loaded up with crew figures and ammunition. As a ‘Late’ vehicle, it possesses the requisite rear flatbed, which is a completely new tooling. This rear compartment is accurately made, with bench seats for the crew and an ammunition locker at the front. The typical wood pattern and construction is suitably rendered. The vehicle kit is bulging with detail, with even the gearbox and engine fully detailed inside the engine compartment. As the first such halftrack tractor from Dragon, this kit will have a distinct appeal to a wide range of modelers, and will doubtlessly inspire some astonishing dioramas from the late-war period!

Source: Dragon 6562

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Ersatz M10 - Smart Kit - DRAGON 6561

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Topic : 

Ersatz M10

Scale : 1/35
Réf : 

6561

A kit from the brand DRAGON Models the "Ersatz M10 – Smart Kit with 751 parts (533 in grey styrene, 170 “Magic Track” links, 14 clear styrene, 47 etched brass)".

Dragon has produced an amazing 1/35 scale kit of these Ersatz M10 vehicles. This is the first time this unique tank has been created in plastic in this scale. The kit is logically based on Dragon’s Panther Ausf.G Smart Kit, but the original Panther incorporates a host of new items to suit this Ersatz M10. The turret is brand new, and all the sheet metal plates are included in plastic to a true-to-scale thickness. Dragon has produced various items stemming from the Battle of the Bulge – Kingtiger, Fallschirmjager figures, Volksgrenadier figures and U.S. Airborne figures – but this is the ultimate Ardennes accessory! This kit possesses all the convenience of a Smart Kit, but has a distinctive and jaw-dropping appearance. This long-awaited item is an icon of the Battle of Bulge, and will surely produce an authentic Ardennes diorama!

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Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H Late Production w/Zimmerit - DRAGON 6560

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Topic : Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H Late Production w/Zimmerit
Scale : 1/35
Ref : 

6560

A kit from the brand DRAGON Models the "Pz.Kpfw.IV Ausf.H Late Production w/Zimmerit".

Dragon’s newest 1/35 kit allows modelers to depict such a Late Production Ausf.H tank fighting in a location such as Normandy. What sets this kit apart from its predecessor is the inclusion of molded Zimmerit. The patterned surface is accurately and realistically rendered, which required the completely new tooling of major parts like the turret, glacis, upper hull, lower hull, rear panel and front/rear fenders. When assembled the tank looks very lifelike, and of course it cancels any need for modelers themselves to undertake the unpleasant and onerous task of adding Zimmerit with putty. Naturally, this kit retains all the accuracy and ease of assembly of the preceding 6300. However, another important improvement is the inclusion of DS tracks for more convenient assembly. This is an extremely user-friendly kit, particularly with all these Zimmerit-coated parts coming ready-made in the box. Dragon’s engineers and kit designers have taken all the pain out of making a genuine Panzer IV Ausf.H Late Production vehicle; instead they offer sheer modeling pleasure!

Source: Dragon Models

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