{"product_id":"68871-gecko-models-35gm0081-normandy-beach-hedgehog-set-135","title":"Gecko Models 35GM0081 Normandy Beach Hedgehog Set 1\/35","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGecko Models 35GM0081 Normandy Beach Hedgehog Set 1\/35 – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGecko Models 35GM0081 Normandy Beach Hedgehog Set 1\/35\u003c\/strong\u003e is a unique model kit that allows you to recreate the famous anti-tank obstacles (Czech hedgehogs) from the beaches of Normandy in 1\/35 scale. This is a set of precisely made plastic models for self-assembly, perfect for enriching historical dioramas from the World War II era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct Technical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScale:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/35\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e high-quality plastic (polystyrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCountry of use:\u003c\/b\u003e Germany and Axis countries, as well as Allied forces after the capture of Normandy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModel category:\u003c\/b\u003e plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSet contents:\u003c\/b\u003e parts to build several beach hedgehogs (without glue and paints)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistory and Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCzech hedgehogs, also known as \"steel hedgehogs\", are world-famous anti-tank obstacles that were widely used during World War II. They became especially important during Operation \"Overlord\" in June 1944, during the Allied landings in Normandy. Placed on the beaches, their purpose was to prevent heavy armored vehicles and landing craft from approaching the shore. They also significantly hindered the swift attack of the Allied first wave forces during the landing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThese types of obstructions were mainly used by German troops to fortify the Atlantic Wall— the defensive line running along the coasts of Western Europe— but after the war, they were adopted into service by many armies, hence their international name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn ideal addition to a diorama depicting the Normandy landings or other World War II scenes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFaithfully reproduced details reflecting the original steel structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSimple assembly – great for both beginners and experienced modelers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFlexible arrangement – the hedgehogs can be positioned as you wish on a modeling base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTarget Group and Difficulty Level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe set is recommended for both beginner modelers and advanced diorama builders who wish to create realistic terrain elements of historical battlefields.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly difficulty level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/5 – an easy-to-build product, requiring only basic modeling skills and tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGecko Models 35GM0081 Normandy Beach Hedgehog Set 1\/35\u003c\/b\u003e is an excellent choice for every military enthusiast and historical scene reconstruction hobbyist focusing on World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gecko Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54737134649678,"sku":"GCK35GM0081","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/665584d901c03bf33b3b0507bd35a180.jpg?v=1755788905","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/68871-gecko-models-35gm0081-normandy-beach-hedgehog-set-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}