Trumpeter 00373 Heuschrecke IVb Grasshopper 10.5cm le FH 18/1 L/28 auf Waf (1/35)

The Trumpeter 00373 plastic model kit features a unique German self-propelled howitzer, the Heuschrecke IVb Grasshopper from World War II, faithfully recreated in 1/35 scale. This model is highly regarded among advanced armored vehicle modelers due to the careful and detailed craftsmanship of its parts and the originality of the prototype's design.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (1943–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit
• Box contents: highly detailed sprues, running gear components, turret with optional gun mount, interior details, optional configuration variants

The Heuschrecke IVb Grasshopper was a prototype German self-propelled gun based on the Panzer IV chassis. It was distinguished by its innovative removable turret featuring a 10.5 cm leFH 18/1 L/28 gun, which could also serve as a separate gun emplacement. The prototype was developed as part of efforts to modernize German self-propelled artillery. Although only a few units were built (about 3 prototypes), the vehicle was tested at proving grounds during the late years of the war, but it never entered mass production or regular service.

Recognized for its high accuracy, the Trumpeter model allows for a precise recreation of this distinctive vehicle silhouette. The kit contains numerous small parts, realistic suspension details, movable components, and assembly options for both transport and combat configurations. Optional openable hatches and various turret configurations add to the building experience and the final result.

This product is recommended for modelers with intermediate to advanced experience (difficulty level: 4/5) due to the number of small parts and complexity of the construction. Trumpeter 00373 is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of German armored vehicles, collectors of wartime dioramas, and admirers of innovative World War II engineering solutions.