Trumpeter 00954 - 1:16 German Sd.Kfz.164 Nashorn

Plastic model kit of the German Sd.Kfz.164 Nashorn in 1:16 scale

Trumpeter 00954 represents the German Sd.Kfz.164 Nashorn tank destroyer in the impressive 1:16 scale. The vehicle was developed as a mobile platform for the powerful 8.8 cm PaK 43 anti-tank gun, capable of destroying heavily armored enemy tanks at long range. The large scale allows for highly detailed reproduction of the vehicle’s structure, armament, and fighting compartment.

Model technical data:

• Scale: 1:16
• Model length: approx. 53 cm
• Manufacturer: Trumpeter
• Skill level: Advanced

• Detailed 8.8 cm PaK 43 gun
• Open fighting compartment with visible interior
• Realistic suspension and running gear
• Material: plastic

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modeling tools. Assembly and painting are required.

Assembly

This large-scale kit consists of numerous parts allowing accurate reproduction of the chassis, fighting compartment, and main gun. The open-top design enables the interior details to be clearly displayed, making it an attractive project for experienced modelers.

Required tools

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Model paints suitable for German World War II vehicles
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue (for metal or resin parts)

About the Sd.Kfz.164 Nashorn:

The Sd.Kfz.164 Nashorn (initially known as Hornisse) was a German tank destroyer introduced in 1943. Built on a chassis combining elements of the Panzer III and IV, it was armed with the powerful 8.8 cm PaK 43/1 gun. Thanks to its firepower, the Nashorn could engage and destroy heavy Allied tanks at long distances, although its open fighting compartment provided limited protection for the crew.

Technical data of the original vehicle:

• Length: 8.44 m (with gun)
• Armament: 8.8 cm PaK 43/1 gun
• Engine: Maybach HL120
• Crew: 5
• Operator: Wehrmacht

Manufacturer – Trumpeter

Trumpeter is a respected manufacturer of plastic model kits, offering a wide range of military vehicles in various scales. Their large 1:16 scale kits enable the creation of highly impressive and detailed display models.