Italeri 96461 - 1:35 Sd. Kfz. 140 Flakpanzer 38(t) Gepard

Flakpanzer 38(t) Gepard – 1:35 scale German self-propelled anti-aircraft vehicle

Italeri 96461 is a 1:35 scale plastic model kit of the German Sd.Kfz. 140 Flakpanzer 38(t), nicknamed Gepard. Based on the chassis of the Czech Pz.Kpfw. 38(t) light tank, it was equipped with a 2 cm Flak 38 anti-aircraft gun and used to defend armored and transport units from Allied air attacks in the final years of WWII.

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 13.5 cm
• Manufacturer: Italeri
• Skill level: intermediate / advanced

Note: This kit does not include glue or paints. Assembly and painting required.

About the model kit:

The kit includes finely molded plastic parts to build the open-topped turret, chassis, and suspension system, as well as the 2 cm Flak 38 with detailed ammunition feed and sight. The turret can be posed in various firing positions. Decals for historical Wehrmacht markings are included.

Tools and supplies needed:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Plastic glue
• Paintbrushes or airbrush
• Paints as per Italeri color instructions

About the Flakpanzer 38(t):

The Flakpanzer 38(t), designated Sd.Kfz. 140, was a German self-propelled anti-aircraft gun based on the chassis of the captured Czech Pz.Kpfw. 38(t) light tank. It featured a rapid-firing 2 cm Flak 38 gun and served primarily with Panzer and Panzergrenadier divisions from 1943 onward. Though lightly armored, it was valued for its mobility and compact size, which allowed for effective concealment and frontline air defense.

About Italeri:

Italeri is a respected Italian manufacturer of plastic model kits, offering a broad selection of military, aviation, naval, and civilian subjects. Known for their quality molding and historical accuracy, Italeri kits are popular among both novice and experienced modelers.