Hasegawa MT46 German Sdkfz 251/9 Stummel (1/72)

The Hasegawa MT46 German Sdkfz 251/9 Stummel 1/72 scale plastic model kit is a faithfully reproduced miniature of the German half-track armored personnel carrier, equipped with a powerful 75 mm short-barreled KwK 37 L/24 gun. This vehicle, known as the "Stummel," was developed to provide fire support for Wehrmacht infantry units during World War II.

The Sdkfz 251/9 Stummel was widely used by the German army from 1942 on all fronts, including the Eastern Front, Western Front, as well as in the North African theater. Its main task was to provide fire support to infantry with both direct and indirect fire, eliminating enemy positions and fortifications using its mounted gun.

This Hasegawa model is made of high-quality plastic, ensuring precise reproduction of the vehicle's details in 1/72 scale. This plastic assembly model is designed for realism, allowing for accurate recreation of the Stummel's characteristic features: open fighting compartment, shape of the superstructure, hull configuration, and detailed weaponry.

• Model scale: 1/72
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Historical period: World War II (1942–1945)
• Country: Germany (Wehrmacht)
• Historical use: fire support for infantry, participated in battles on the Eastern, Western, and North African fronts
• Set includes: sprues with parts for assembly, clear assembly instructions
• Not included: glue and paints (available separately)
• Assembly difficulty: 2/5 (recommended for intermediate and ambitious beginner modelers)

The Hasegawa MT46 Sdkfz 251/9 Stummel is an excellent choice for military modeling enthusiasts and historians passionate about World War II armored vehicles. This model is recommended both for beginners seeking to develop their skills and for more advanced collectors building World War II dioramas. Thanks to its precision and authentic detailing, the model has gained recognition within the modeling community.