Hobby Boss 80132 German Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf D / TAUCH – 1:35 scale plastic model kit

We present a high-quality plastic model kit Hobby Boss 80132 German Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf D / TAUCH in the popular 1:35 scale. This is a proposal for advanced modelers who want to enrich their collection with a realistic model of an armored vehicle used by Germany during World War II. The model is made of precisely cast plastic and requires assembly and painting, allowing you to fully customize the details according to your preferences.

Historical description and vehicle application

Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf. D is a further development of the German medium tank PzKpfw IV, which entered the front lines in 1940. A remarkable feature of the presented TAUCH variant was its ability to move underwater, which was crucial for the planned invasion of Great Britain (Operation Sea Lion). The vehicle itself was widely used during the invasions of France, the Balkans, in the North African campaign, and on the Eastern Front.

The TAUCH variant was equipped with special sealing systems and an air intake pipe, allowing it to cross rivers and canals. The Ausf. D version was produced in the years 1939–1941. It quickly became one of the most versatile tanks of the Wehrmacht, serving both as a combat vehicle and as a base for various modifications.

Technical information about the model

• Scale: 1:35 – recognized by modelers as the most detailed for armored vehicles.
• Material: high-quality plastic.
• The product does not include glue or paints – modeling accessories are recommended to complete the kit.
• Rich set of details, including TAUCH components, detailed tracks, turret, and armament.
• Realistic decals to recreate markings from the wartime period.
• Category: plastic model kit.

Who do we recommend the Hobby Boss 80132 for?

We particularly recommend this model to advanced modelers passionate about World War II armored vehicles and the reconstruction of unusual technical solutions. Thanks to its large number of small details and the specificity of the TAUCH version, this model is both a challenge and an excellent decoration for any collection. We rate the assembly difficulty level at 4/5.

Discover the fascinating details of German tanks from the World War II period – choose the modern, precisely made Hobby Boss model and expand your collection with a unique TAUCH vehicle!