Tamiya 35201 - 1:35 German Tank Crew at Rest

Plastic figure set – German tank crew at rest (WWII) in 1:35 scale

Tamiya 35201 depicts a German tank crew of the Second World War at rest. The set contains 6 figures in natural, relaxed poses, in armoured-force uniforms, along with various accessories. It is an excellent complement to dioramas with German tanks – the figures bring the scene to life and give it a sense of scale.

What's in the box:

• 6 German tank-crew figures in relaxed poses
• Armoured-force uniforms
• Various items of gear
• Illustrated assembly and painting instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Item number: 35201
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Series: 1/35 Military Miniature

Note: glue, paints and modelling tools are not included. The set is intended for self-assembly and painting.

Building the model:

It is best to build the figures from subassemblies and hide the parting lines with putty before painting. Faces and hands are painted separately, and the black panzer uniforms are well emphasised with a wash and subtle edge highlighting.

Tools you'll need:

• Modelling nippers for removing parts from the sprues
• Hobby knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up sprue-gate marks
• Modelling putty to hide the parting lines between parts
• Plastic cement (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement)
• Fine brushes and modelling paints (acrylic or enamel) for faces, uniforms and gear
• Panel-line wash to emphasise folds and detail, plus dry-brushing

About the set – German tank crew:

German tank crews spent much of their time around their vehicles – during halts, maintenance and rest. Figures in relaxed poses help to convey such everyday scenes and combine well with models of German armoured vehicles in 1:35 scale.

About the manufacturer – Tamiya:

Tamiya Corporation is a Japanese model company founded in 1946 in Shizuoka, regarded as the heart of Japan's model-making industry. It launched its first injection-moulded plastic kit in 1960 and soon set a global benchmark for quality thanks to precise tooling and excellent parts fit. The 1:35 Military Miniature series is one of the most highly regarded military model lines in the world. Beyond plastic kits in many scales, the company offers a full range of accessories: paints, glues, tools and brushes. Tamiya operates in dozens of countries and remains one of the most recognisable brands in the hobby.