Dragon 6693 1/35 Scale, German Tank and Artillery Crew, African Front, Plastic Figure Kit (DG6693)

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Model Specifications

• Versatile Character Composition: There are a total of 5 figures in the set. These figures have diversified to include not only tank crews but also artillery units.
• Dynamic Poses: Instead of static poses, the figures; It represents operational moments such as carrying ammunition, observing through binoculars, and planning strategy on the map. This makes them ideal for display next to a Panzer III/IV tank or alongside an 88mm Flak gun.
• Period-appropriate Tropical Uniforms: Characteristic clothing details such as short trousers, tropical jackets (including pith helmets) and field caps suitable for the harsh climate conditions of North Africa are delicately crafted, right down to the fabric fold marks.
• Precise Mold Quality: Thanks to Dragon's classic sharp mold technology, the facial features and finger details of the figures are quite distinct; This makes shading (wash) operations much easier during the painting phase.
• Scale Compatibility: Thanks to its standard 1/35 scale, it is fully compatible with all African Front vehicles from Tamiya, Academy or other brands.

II. During World War II, the North African Theater saw Allied and Axis forces traveling back and forth across the deserts of Libya, Tunisia and Egypt. After the heavy defeat of Italian troops, Germany deployed the newly formed German Afrika Korps (DAK) in "Operation Sunflower" to push back the Allied forces. The first expeditionary WAC troops arrived in Libya in February-March 1941 and were quickly recruited and mobilized by the legendary General Erwin Rommel. By mid-April he had successfully managed to oust the British from Libya, except for the besieged area of ​​Tobruk. In 1941, Rommel's initial offensive continued to push Allied troops back to the Egyptian border. Dragon's newest 1/35 scale figure set features four WAC soldiers from this early period of the Desert War.

This set is divided into two groups – one pair of figures represents the panzer crew, while the other pair are part of the artillery crew. Modelers will immediately understand the usefulness of this collection. Summer-suited tankers can be paired with any DAK tank in Dragon's range (e.g. Panzer III Ausf.H), while artillery crews will be a perfect match with Dragon's 15cm s.FH.18 howitzer. Four 1/35 scale German military figures are sharply molded and their uniforms and personal equipment are accurately depicted. In particular, the gunners were warmly dressed in thick coats for the cold Libyan nights. As part of a desert diorama or miniature, these versatile DAK figures from Dragon are the ideal accessory.