Academy 13432 - 1:72 German Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. H

Plastic model kit of the Panzer IV Ausf. H medium tank (1:72)

The Academy 13432 kit represents the German Panzerkampfwagen IV Ausf. H in 1:72 scale. This late-war variant of the Panzer IV featured reinforced armor, Schürzen side skirts, and a long-barreled 75 mm gun. It served across all major theaters from 1943 to 1945. This compact kit offers historical accuracy and good part fit, ideal for beginner and intermediate modelers alike.

Kit contents:

• Plastic parts to build one Panzer IV Ausf. H model
• Rotating turret with 7.5 cm KwK 40 L/48 gun
• Detailed side skirts (Schürzen) and external features
• Plastic track sections
• Decals for various front-line units
• Assembly instructions with painting guide

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Length: approx. 8.2 cm
• Manufacturer: Academy
• Skill level: Beginner / Intermediate

Note: Glue, paints, and tools are not included. Assembly required.

Model building process:

This small-scale kit offers a satisfying build with a rotating turret, optional armor plating, and historically accurate proportions. Perfect for those building a WWII collection or starting their first armor model project.

Recommended tools and materials:

• Sprue cutters or hobby knife
• Files or sanding sticks
• Plastic cement and brushes
• Acrylic or enamel paints

About the Panzer IV Ausf. H:

The Panzer IV Ausf. H was a key German medium tank introduced in 1943. It featured improved armor (up to 80 mm), a longer 75 mm KwK 40 L/48 main gun, and side skirts to defend against anti-tank weapons. It was deployed on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, participating in battles from Kursk to Normandy. Reliable and widely used, it remained a frontline vehicle until the end of the war.

Original vehicle specifications:

• Length: approx. 5.9 m → model: approx. 8.2 cm
• Width: 2.88 m
• Crew: 5
• Armament: 7.5 cm KwK 40 L/48 + 2 × MG 34
• Armor: up to 80 mm
• Engine: Maybach HL 120 TRM, 300 hp

Academy – excellence in scale modeling

Academy is a respected South Korean model kit manufacturer offering a wide range of kits in various scales and subjects. Their 1:72 scale armor models are praised for accuracy, ease of assembly, and value – a great choice for hobbyists and collectors.