Hobby Boss 84506 German Sd.Kfz.171 PzKpfw Ausf A w/ Zimmerit 1/35

The Hobby Boss 84506 German Sd.Kfz.171 PzKpfw Ausf A w/ Zimmerit 1/35 model is an extremely detailed plastic assembly kit replicating one of the most famous German tanks from World War II – the Panther Ausf. A. This kit is produced in the popular 1/35 scale, which allows for a faithful reproduction of both the proportions and details of the historical vehicle.

The Panzerkampfwagen V Panther Ausf. A medium tank (Sd.Kfz. 171) was the main armored vehicle of the Wehrmacht, widely used by the German army especially from 1943 onwards. It was renowned for its excellent combination of firepower, armor, and mobility. The Panther Ausf. A participated in combat on the Eastern Front, Western Front, and in Italy. A key feature of the variant depicted in this model is the application of Zimmerit coating – a special protective paste designed to prevent magnetic mines from sticking to the armor. The Panther was actively used until the end of the war in 1945.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (years 1943–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic (injection-molded), the kit does not include glue or paints
• Additions: Zimmerit-textured surfaces, individual track links, detailed turret interior, and optional hull parts
• Category: plastic model kit

The Hobby Boss 84506 kit is designed for intermediate and advanced modellers who expect high-quality details and extensive customization options. The model’s complexity and number of parts place its recommended difficulty level at 4 out of 5. Numerous photo-etched elements and precise details make this set an attractive challenge even for experienced modeling enthusiasts.

This model is especially recommended for all military, history, and World War II reconstruction enthusiasts looking to enrich their collection with a faithfully reproduced vehicle featuring the distinctive Zimmerit coating. It is ideal both as a standalone display model and as part of a larger historical diorama.