Voyager Model PEA130 WWII German Heuschrecke IVb "Grasshopper" Fenders (For DRAGON 6439) 1/35

Voyager Model PEA130 is an advanced detail-up set dedicated to the Dragon 6439 kit, representing the German self-propelled gun Heuschrecke IVb "Grasshopper" in 1/35 scale. This set of photo-etched fenders is intended for modelers seeking maximum detail and historical accuracy. It is an excellent addition to any plastic kit, allowing for the construction of a precise replica of the innovative German howitzer.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin (prototype): Germany
• Period of use: World War II (years 1943-1945)
• Product category: Photo-etched set – detail-up for plastic kit
• Material: Precisely photo-etched brass sheet
• Intended for: Dragon 6439 model – Heuschrecke IVb in 1/35 scale

Historical Information

The Heuschrecke IVb, known as the "Grasshopper", was an innovative German self-propelled gun developed at the end of World War II. It was notable for its ability to quickly dismount the turret with its armament and use it as an independent artillery battery. Although only a few prototypes were produced and the Heuschrecke never entered mass production or saw widescale combat, the vehicle stands as an example of advanced German engineering from 1943-1945.

Product Description

The Voyager Model PEA130 set allows you to replace the plastic fenders with precise photo-etched elements, greatly improving the model’s appearance and realism. The fenders feature faithfully reproduced riveting, embossing, and mounting details typical of German wartime engineering in World War II. This allows even the smallest characteristic details, including deformation or wear marks impossible to achieve with plastic parts, to be accurately replicated.

The high quality of the brass elements and the detailed instructions make this set suitable for intermediate and advanced modelers who appreciate historical realism and wish to further develop their modeling skills.

• Extras: The set does not include the plastic model – Dragon 6439 kit required as a base
• Build difficulty: 4/5 – experience with photo-etched parts recommended

Recommendation

Voyager Model PEA130 is highly regarded in the modeling community for its accuracy and workmanship. We recommend it to all enthusiasts of World War II armored vehicles, historical reenactors, and demanding collectors for whom every miniature detail counts.