Takom 2145A Pz.Kpfw. I Ausf. A 1/35

The Takom 2145A Pz.Kpfw. I Ausf. A 1:35 scale plastic tank model is a highly detailed kit that replicates the German light tank, a crucial element of the early Wehrmacht armored forces. This model, released in 2024, is dedicated to all armored vehicle enthusiasts and fans of early World War II history.

• Scale: 1:35
• Country of Use: Germany
• Historical Period: World War II (in service from 1934, deployed en masse at the start of operations 1939–1941)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality plastic, with photo-etched parts included
• Kit Contents:
  • Plastic sprues with hull, turret, and component details
  • Photo-etched parts for fine detailing
  • "Link and length" type tracks – track lengths and individual links
  • Decals for multiple marking options
  • Clear assembly instructions

Pz.Kpfw. I Ausf. A: This light tank was the first mass-produced armored vehicle of Germany after World War I. Initially designed as a training vehicle and a means to instruct crews, it was unexpectedly sent into combat due to a shortage of more modern tanks. It participated in the 1939 Polish campaign, fought in France, and served in Spain during the Civil War as support for Nationalist forces. Its design had a significant influence on the development of later generations of German armored vehicles.

The Takom model is characterized by realistic rendering of exterior details, the option to assemble hatches in an open or closed position, and the inclusion of photo-etched parts, which allows for the construction of an authentic miniature vehicle. The 'link and length' tracks make it much easier to achieve a realistic placement on the model.

Recommended: This model is particularly recommended for intermediate and experienced modelers who value a high level of detail and wish to enrich their collection with the first German tank from the early days of World War II. It is also recommended for diorama enthusiasts and historical reenactment hobbyists.

Assembly difficulty level: 3/5