Meng Model TS-019 GERMAN SELF-PROPELLED HOWITZER PANZERHAUBITZE 2000 w/ADD-ON ARMOUR 1/35 – plastic model kit for assembly

Meng Model TS-019 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the German self-propelled howitzer Panzerhaubitze 2000 with Add-On Armour, in the popular 1:35 scale. This advanced kit replicates one of the most modern artillery systems in the world, used by the Bundeswehr and several other NATO armies.

Short historical overview

The Panzerhaubitze 2000 (PzH 2000) is a 155 mm self-propelled howitzer that entered service with the German Army between 1998–1999, representing the Cold War era and modern times. This design was developed by Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and Rheinmetall, with its main purpose being to provide the land forces with a modern, long-range artillery support platform. The Panzerhaubitze 2000 features high rate of fire, a range of up to 40 km, and an advanced automatic loading system. It has seen action in missions such as ISAF in Afghanistan and in recent armed conflicts in Ukraine.

Technical data of the Meng Model TS-019 kit

• Scale: 1/35
• User countries: Germany and allied NATO armies
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Included: highly detailed add-on armour parts, precise interior and chassis details, realistic 155 mm gun
• Ability to assemble moving parts, e.g., suspension and gun barrel
• Comes with photo-etched parts and crisp tactical marking decals
• Movable segment tracks for greater realism
• Colour assembly instructions

Product category

Plastic model kit suitable both for advanced modellers and enthusiasts of modern armoured vehicles.

Recommendations and difficulty level

We recommend this product to experienced modellers due to the high number of details and photo-etched parts – build difficulty 4/5. An excellent choice for those interested in modern military vehicles, military dioramas, and the recreation of realistic scenes from recent armed conflicts. Outstanding build quality makes Meng Model TS-019 PzH 2000 with Add-On Armour one of the best replicas currently available on the modelling market, and it serves as the perfect base for professional painting and weathering.