1/35 Sd.Kfz.179 Bergepanther Ausf. A (Meng) Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD035326)

What Is It?

Elevate the look and realism of your Sd.Kfz.179 Bergepanther Ausf. A model with this incredible Photo-Etched Detailing Kit, meticulously crafted to fit the Meng 1/35 scale kit. The Bergepanther—a specialized armored recovery vehicle derived from the Panther chassis—entered service in 1943, offering robust towing capabilities for disabled panzers on both Eastern and Western fronts. Renowned for balancing the mobility and heavy-lifting potential of the base Panther design, the Bergepanther Ausf. A featured a prominent turretless hull with integrated recovery gear, crane arms, and reinforced structural elements vital for battlefield repair and salvage operations. Transform your model from a basic build into a near-authentic masterpiece, highlighting the engineering prowess and specialized equipment that made the Bergepanther an indispensable part of the German armored corps’ maintenance backbone. Crafted from brass (0.12 mm, 0.17 mm, 0.3 mm), this set includes five photo-etch boards, plus a color instruction manual, delivering 129 unique parts. By integrating engine grilles, protective shields, tooling clamps, weapon shields, straps, hinges, and many more, you can replicate with precision the intricate exterior elements of the real-life Bergepanther—bringing your model to life for fellow enthusiasts to admire every carefully rendered contour and functional detail. This kit ensures authenticity and precision. The components are lightweight yet sturdy, allowing for easy handling during assembly. By using this kit, you can transform your Sd.Kfz 179 Bergepanther Ausf A model into a MASTERPIECE with museum-quality detail. The brass material provides durability while maintaining a fine, realistic appearance, making it an essential addition for any model enthusiast.

Who Is It Intended For?

This photo-etch detailing set is perfect for:

• Intermediate to advanced modelers wanting a major upgrade from stock plastic details
• Diorama builders focusing on armored vehicle maintenance or recovery scenes in WWII settings
• Collectors seeking a show-stopping finish that accentuates the Bergepanther’s utilitarian appeal
• Armor enthusiasts highlighting the specialized rescue role of Panther-based vehicles

Benefits

1. Extensive Exterior & Gear Detail: Features engine grilles, protective screens, tooling clamps, straps, hinges, and more, delivering near-authentic fidelity
2. Multiple Brass Thicknesses: 0.12 mm, 0.17 mm, & 0.3 mm ensuring robust, fine-edged parts that handle painting and weathering consistently
3. 129 Unique Parts: Five photo-etch boards refining all the vital external fixtures of the Bergepanther
4. Advanced Difficulty: A rewarding challenge for modelers pushing the boundaries of professional-level German armor builds

Product Details

Kit Composition

• Five photo-etch brass boards featuring engine grills, protective shields, tooling clamps, weapon shields, straps, hinges, and more
• Full-color instruction manual ensuring smooth and accurate assembly

Applications

Perfect for upgrading:

• WWII battlefield dioramas illustrating repair and recovery operations
• Collector’s kits seeking a show-stopping portrayal of the Bergepanther’s engineering
• Exhibition builds emphasizing the specialized rescue role of Panther-based vehicles

Historical Background

The Sd.Kfz.179 Bergepanther Ausf. A, derived from Germany’s renowned Panther chassis, emerged as a reliable solution for recovering damaged panzers under hostile conditions. Deployed from mid-1943 onward, the Bergepanther replaced earlier, less-protected recovery vehicles that often lacked mobility or sufficient armor. Equipped with a turretless hull, heavy-duty winches, tow bars, and crane equipment, this variant served extensively on the Eastern and Western fronts, hauling stranded tanks from the thick mud of the steppes to the rubble-strewn streets of Europe’s cities. Over time, the design underwent refinements—reinforcing hull structures, updating tensioning gear, and integrating additional defensive weaponry—reflecting battlefield experiences and the need to protect valuable recovery assets. By incorporating the photo-etched details found in Microdesign’s set, you honor the Bergepanther’s integral role as a repair and salvage mainstay for the German Army, capturing the vehicle’s specialized equipment layout and robust design that underpinned essential rescue operations in WWII’s harshest conditions.

How to Use

Follow these steps for an impeccable Bergepanther build:

1. Remove any molded plastic elements replaced by photo-etch parts, such as vents, clamps, or brackets.
2. Carefully detach the brass pieces from the five boards using fine nippers or a scalpel. Bend them as indicated in the color instructions.
3. Employ cyanoacrylate (CA) glue or a recommended adhesive to secure each part in place, verifying the correct alignment of engine grills, protective screens, or weapon shields.
4. Integrate smaller fittings like straps and hinges, enhancing the vehicle’s mechanical authenticity.
5. Prime & paint in historically accurate camouflage or field gray, blending the new brass additions seamlessly into your final color scheme.

Why Choose Imodeller's MD035326? ?

• Robust Exterior & Equipment Enhancement: Targets the Bergepanther’s specialized gear—grills, clamps, weapon shields, etc.—for an astonishingly realistic finish
• Multi-Thickness Brass: 0.12 mm, 0.17 mm & 0.3 mm guaranteeing crisp detail and structural integrity for varied components
• 129 Precisely Etched Parts: Five photo-etch boards + color manual refining the unique layout of Panther-based recovery vehicles
• Advanced Difficulty: A top-tier challenge for modelers aiming to showcase the pinnacle of German armor engineering in WWII

Upgrade Your Bergepanther & Showcase the Unsung Heroes of German Armored Support!

Elevate your armored vehicle diorama or collector’s kit by integrating these finely etched brass parts. Order now and bring out the authenticity of the Sd.Kfz.179 Bergepanther Ausf. A in all its robust, rescue-focused glory!

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