TAMIYA 35009 PanzerKampfWagen II (1/35) – German Light Tank of World War II

Discover the detailed plastic model kit TAMIYA 35009 PanzerKampfWagen II in 1/35 scale, depicting the German light tank Panzerkampfwagen II Ausf. F/G from the World War II era. This exceptional kit was developed by the Japanese manufacturer TAMIYA, renowned for its high-quality components and realistic reproduction of even the smallest details of historical armored vehicles.

Historical Information and Technical Details

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal proportions for dioramas and military vehicle collections.
• User country: Germany (Wehrmacht).
• Period of use: World War II, especially the years 1939–1943.
• Theaters of operation: Polish campaign, France, North Africa, Eastern Front.
• Specification: Ausf. F with reinforced armor, 20 mm KwK 30 cannon, and 7.92 mm MG34 machine gun.

The Panzerkampfwagen II tank served reconnaissance and infantry support roles, being one of the basic vehicles of the German armored forces in the early stage of World War II. Its agility and lightness allowed for swift maneuvers, and the Ausf. F version was the last thoroughly modified edition of this model before it was replaced by heavier designs.

What's in the box?

• A complete set of sprues with high-quality plastic parts – ensuring precise fit and easy handling.
• Detailed, step-by-step illustrated assembly instructions – perfect for beginner and intermediate modelers.
• Decals with authentic Wehrmacht tactical markings.

The model does not include add-ons such as a metal barrel or photo-etched parts as standard – these accessories can be purchased separately to expand and customize the kit to your preference. All parts are made of high-durability plastic, which allows for gluing, filling, and painting even with advanced modeling techniques.

Product category and recommendations

• Category: plastic model kit
• Build difficulty: 2/5 – recommended for both beginners and intermediate military enthusiasts.
• Widely versatile – ideally suited both as a standalone display model and as a part of a larger diorama.
• Recommended for all collectors and those interested in German combat vehicles from the World War II era.

TAMIYA 35009 PanzerKampfWagen II (1/35) is a proven choice for collectors, history buffs, battle recreation enthusiasts, and military scale modelers, as well as a great starting point for further developing your modeling skills.