Barcode: 0 89195 89145 7
Case Pack: 20 pieces per carton
Box Size: 9.6" x 15" x 3.1"
Features:
- Bonus Kampfgruppe von Luck 4-Figure Set
Cyber-Hobby announces another fantastic Orange Box combo featuring WWII German
items from its popular 1/35 scale series. The set features a Jagdpanzer IV L/48
tank destroyer along with a suitable set of infantrymen. The first prototype
of the Jagdpanzer IV was presented to the German Fuhrer in October 1943, with
production eventually commencing the following January. Based on the chassis,
running gear and drive train of the Panzer IV, this specialist tank hunter was
low-slung and had well-sloped armor. Earlier models mounted a 7.5cm PaK39 L/48
gun. Dragon’s Jagdpanzer IV L/48 disappeared from retailers’ shelves a long
time ago, so this release should be most welcome. The kit has been enhanced
with DS Tracks, and decal markings are available for vehicles fighting on both
the Western and Eastern Fronts.
The accompanying figure set represents Kampfgruppe von Luck. Oberst Hans von
Luck of the 21st Panzer Division was involved in resisting the invasion of Normandy
in June 1944. On 9 June, his command was designated Kampfgruppe von Luck and
its first combat was against British paratroopers. His task force succeeded
in stopping British and Canadian troops from advancing further inland until
the Allies launched Operations Epsom and later Goodwood. His unit was instrumental
in stopping the British 11th Armoured Division, before it was eventually consumed
in the Falaise Pocket. The Jagdpanzer IV saw action with Kampfgruppe von Luck
in the Normandy fighting, and so these four soldiers are a perfect accompaniment.
As is usual for an Orange Box release, the set is very competitively priced.
