Barcode: 0 89195 89128 0
Case Pack: 20 pieces per carton
Box Size: 9.6" x 15" x 3.1"
Features:
- Bonus four figures set
- Value added Magic Tracks included
The Sd.Kfz.250 that saw widespread use in WWII was a light armored halftrack
developed by Germany. Built by Demag, delays in production meant it did not
enter wartime service until 1941. It was adapted to various roles, and a range
of variants appeared. One of these was the Sd.Kfz.253 leichter Gepanzerter Beobachtungskraftwagen
(usually abbreviated to le beob.Pz.Wg.). This particular vehicle was a light
armored vehicle designed for artillery observation, and the half-tracked vehicle
was to accompany Sturmgeschu"tz units. A total of 285 of these vehicles
were manufactured from 1940-41. It differed from the standard open-topped Sd.Kfz.250
halftrack in that the rear compartment was fully enclosed with a roof, and the
armor overall was thicker. A large circular roof hatch lent itself to observation
tasks. The Sd.Kfz.253 was operated by a crew of four and it weighed 5.7 tons.
Cyber-Hobby’s newest Orange Box selection features a plastic kit version of
the Sd.Kfz.253 le beob.Pz.Wg. The vehicle is based on the legendary Dragon kit
but it has been improved even further by the addition of a set of Magic Tracks.
This means assembly of the little halftrack is even more straightforward for
modelers of all skill levels. To make it even more attractive, the Orange Box
set comes with a set of four plastic figures. This is Dragon’s set of commanders
depicted in a field conference. The figures are dressed in winter uniforms,
and they provide the ideal match for the early-war artillery observation vehicle.
Now, with one convenient set, modelers can create an instant diorama without
putting a dent in their wallets!
