{"title":"Rubicon Models","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"rubicon-models-morris-c8-quad-mk-ii-mk-iii-field-artillery-tractor-backorder","title":"Rubicon Models - Morris C8 Quad Mk II \/ Mk III Field Artillery Tractor","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product_description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe Morris Commercial C8 FAT (Field Artillery Tractor), commonly known as a Quad, was an artillery tractor used by the British and Commonwealth (including Canadian Army) forces during the Second World War. It was used to tow field artillery pieces, such as the 25-pounder gun-howitzer, and anti-tank guns, such as the 17-pounder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1937 the War Department identified a need for a new FAT to supplement, and then replace, the Light Dragon and Morris CDSWs then in service. A specification was issued for a four-wheeled, four-wheel drive vehicle with winch, on a short chassis. Guy Motors produced their design quite quickly using existing components, and Morris followed with theirs. It was a totally new but conventional design evolved from the Morris CS8 15-cwt GS truck.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt included a new four-cylinder engine mounted on a sub-frame and not directly onto the chassis. Like the Guy, the body had a very characteristic slope sided, “beetle back” shape. Although its sloped sides suggest otherwise, the Quad was not armoured. It was all-metal and designed to facilitate chemical weapon decontamination, as well as to enable a gun traversing platform to be carried on the rear roof section. In addition to 6 men, it was capable of carrying 24 complete boxed rounds of 25-pounder ammunition and at least 8 boxed anti-tank shells, together with vehicle and gun detachment equipment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe first Morris C8 Quad was delivered in October 1939 and it then stayed in production until 1945. There were two major changes to the mechanical side of the vehicle, and two independent ones to the body. The engine\/chassis design was used on other Morris types, such as the C8 Morris 15 cwt truck. A long-wheelbase version was used to produce the C9B self-propelled Bofors Light Anti-Aircraft Tractor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly 200 Mark I were made in 1939 and very early 1940. The front axle had provision for a locking differential, and the axle itself was mounted above the springs. The vehicle had permanent four-wheel drive and 10.50 × 20 inch tyres. The accelerator pedal was mounted centrally rather than in the conventional position as the right-most pedal. Approximately 4,000 Mark II were made in 1940 and early 1941. It was almost identical to the Mk I, save for a change in front axle design which removed the provision for the locking differential. Approximately 6,000 Mark III were made from 1941 to 1945. The front axle was mounted below the springs, and four-wheel drive could be switched on or off as required. Tyres were 10.50 × 16 inch size, and the accelerator was mounted conventionally as the right pedal. A total of over 10,000 units were built.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003cbr\u003e- Choice to build either a Mk II or a Mk III tractor\u003cbr\u003e- Multi-slide mould cabs for both Mk II \u0026amp; Mk III\u003cbr\u003e- Top hatch and doors can be open or closed\u003cbr\u003e- Driver in Commonwealth uniform included\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel supplied unpainted, assembly is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rubicon Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43880746582239,"sku":"RUB280114","price":54.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/1191\/7023\/products\/RU28B23-2.jpg?v=1672318272"},{"product_id":"rubicon-models-ordnance-qf25-qf17-pdr-gun-backorder","title":"Rubicon Models - Ordnance QF25 \/ QF17 pdr Gun","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product_description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003eThe Ordnance QF 25-pounder, or more simply 25-pounder or 25-pdr, was the major British field gun and howitzer during the Second World War, possessing a 3.45-inch (87.6 mm) calibre. It was introduced into service just before the war started, combining both high-angle and direct-fire abilities, a relatively high rate of fire, and a reasonably lethal shell in a highly mobile piece. It remained the British Army’s primary artillery field piece well into the 1960s, with smaller numbers serving in training units until the 1980s. Many Commonwealth countries used theirs in active or reserve service until about the 1970s and ammunition for the weapon is currently being produced by Pakistan Ordnance Factories. Initial production was slow, but by 1945 over 13,000 units had been manufactured. The 25-pounder was probably the most outstanding field artillery piece used by British and Commonwealth forces in the Second World War, being durable, easy to operate and versatile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 25-pounder fired “separate” or two-part ammunition – the projectile was loaded separately from the propelling charge in its (usually brass) cartridge case with its integral primer. Typically for a quick-firing gun, the cartridge case provided obturation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere were many marks of cartridge, mostly differentiated by propellant type. Double-base propellant (nitrocellulose\/nitroglycerine) was the UK standard but one mark used US single-base (nitrocellulose only). However, triple-base nitrocellulose\/nitroglycerine\/picrite was used throughout the war and eventually replaced all others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 25-pounder main ammunition was the high-explosive (HE) streamlined shell with a 5\/10 CRH ogive and boat tail. The explosive filling varied between 450-900g of TNT (854-1708 kilojoules of explosive energy). It was also provided with base ejection smoke (white and coloured), star shells, and chemical shells. Incendiary and coloured flare shells were developed but not introduced into service, and smoke shells were sometimes reloaded with propaganda leaflets or metal foil “window”. The UK did not develop a WP smoke shell for the 25-pounder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor anti-tank use, the 25-pounder was also supplied with a limited amount of 20 pounds (9.1 kg) solid armour-piercing (AP) shot, later replaced with a more potent version with a ballistic cap (APBC). The AP shot was fired with maximum charge, charge No. 3, super, or super with Super increment depending on the ordnance mark, as muzzle velocity was critical in direct fire for penetration and a flat trajectory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Ordnance Quick-Firing 17-pounder (or just 17-pdr) was a 76.2 mm (3 inch) gun developed by the British during World War II. It was used as an anti-tank gun on its own carriage, as well as equipping a number of British tanks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBefore the QF 6-pounder had entered service, the British predicted that it would soon be inadequate given the increasing armour of German tanks. In late 1940 the design of a replacement began, and was largely completed by the end of 1941. A prototype production line was set up in spring 1942, and with the appearance of Tiger I tanks in early 1943 in the North African Campaign, the first 100 prototype 17-pounder anti-tank guns were quickly sent to help counter this new threat. So great was the rush that they were sent before proper carriages had been developed, and the guns had to be mounted in the carriages of 25-pounder gun-howitzers. These early weapons were known as 17\/25-pounders and given the codename “Pheasant”. 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The CMP specification proved versatile, and it formed the basis of a wide variety of different truck types and armoured vehicles. In Australian service (almost always with the No. 13 cab) these vehicles were known as the “Chev Blitz” or the “Ford Blitz”. 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It was designed as an improvement on the earlier Cromwell tank, mounting the new 77mm high-velocity gun in a new lower profile and part-cast turret. This gun was effective against late-war German tanks, including the Panther at medium range, and the Tiger. The tank was widely respected as one of the best British tanks of the war, and continued in service afterwards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Comet, which was a development of the Cromwell, rendered the Challenger obsolete, and led to the development of the Centurion tank. When firing APDS rounds, the 77mm HV was superior in armour penetration capability to the 75mm KwK 42 gun of the equivalent Axis tank, the Panther (which did not use APDS ammunition).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Comet saw action in the closing stages of World War II and remained in British service until 1958. 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The gun was designed as an intermediate anti-aircraft gun, filling the gap between fast firing close-range small calibre anti-aircraft guns and slower firing long-range high calibre anti-aircraft guns, a role which previously was filled by older outdated guns. 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They were all officially classed as Car, Light Utility 4 x 2. The adaptation of each manufacturer’s chosen model to “Utility” specification varied in detail but was broadly the same. The rear body was swapped for a simple pickup truck load bed covered by a canvas roof (commonly known as a 'tilt'), making the Utility a two or three seater in the cab. The bodywork was simplified with simpler pressed-steel stampings. Paint replaced chrome on the grille and bumpers. Interiors and seats were simplified and untrimmed without carpets or leather. Electrical systems were swapped from the usual civilian 6-volt type to the military-standard 12-volts. Parts such as headlamps were smaller types than the civilian cars and standardised across all models. Engines were low-compression varieties to allow running on poor-quality petrol. They were also fitted with parts such as larger radiators and fans, uprated suspension that offered a greater load capacity and increased ground clearance. Taller and wider tyres were used to further improve traction and ground clearance.\u003cbr\u003eThe result was a cheap, simple mass-produced small vehicle that could be used for almost any purpose. The Utilities had an all-up weight of about two tons (2,000kg) and most had a towbar so they could pull a single-axle trailer.\u003cbr\u003eHowever many were regularly heavily overloaded. With rarely more than around 30bhp (brake horsepower) available, the 'Tilly' had a top speed of about 50mph when unladen and performance when loaded was poor, especially when climbing hills, while descents could often tax the braking system intended for a much lighter civilian car. Despite their bigger tyres and raised ground clearance 'Tillies' had only limited all-terrain abilities, being too heavy for their power. Despite their technical shortcomings they were indispensable for a multitude of military tasks and proved to be reliable and easy to maintain. 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The original “Deuce and a Half” (a reference to its tonnage), it won fame as the backbone of the famed Red Ball Express that kept the Allied armies supplied as they pushed eastward after the Normandy invasion. The 6×6 M35 began to replace the CCKW in 1950, but it remained in active US service until the mid-1960s. It also saw service with several other nations, many of which continued to use it well into the 1990s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1940, the US Army set a requirement for a 6×6 truck with a 12ft (3.7m) cargo area and a 2½ ton (2,268kg) off-road payload. 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Despite the introduction of more-powerful types as replacements, it remained in service until the end of the war. A total of 6,706 were built between 1942 \u0026amp; 1943.\u003cbr\u003eThe British converted some M10s to use their successful 17-pounder (76 mm) anti-tank gun, which they designated as “\u003cstrong\u003e17pdr SP Achilles\u003c\/strong\u003e”. The turret needed modification to take the longer gun. The 17-pounder was of a similar bore, but longer and using a larger propellant charge had far superior armour penetration capability. It was used by the British, Canadian, and Polish armies in Italy and northwest Europe. About 1,110 were built.\u003cbr\u003eThe M36 Tank Destroyer (nickname “\u003cstrong\u003eJackson\u003c\/strong\u003e”) was essentially an up-gunned M10 tank destroyer, replacing the former’s 3 inch (76.2mm) M7 Gun with a powerful 90mm gun. The M36 first served in combat in Europe in September 1944, where it proved to be a match for any of the tanks being fielded by the Germans. About 1,400 M36s were produced during the war. The need for 90 mm gunned tank destroyers was so urgent that, during October to December 1944, 187 conversions of standard M4A3 hulls were produced; these vehicles, designated M36B1, were rushed to the European Theatre of Operations and used in combat alongside standard M36s.\u003cbr\u003eThe M36 also saw use in the Korean War, able to defeat any of the Soviet tanks used in that conflict. Some were supplied to the Koreans as part of the Military Assistance Program and served for years, as did retrofit examples found in Yugoslavia, which operated into the 1990s. 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The M4A2 tanks used the GM6046 twin diesel. This version was produced with all the improvements the other M4 variants got, like the large hatch hull. The M4A2 would see very limited combat in US hands, most being the British, with some 75 tanks going to the Russians and USMC. This was the preferred version for Soviet Lend-Lease deliveries, since the USSR was using all diesel tanks. It was produced in six factories with 10,968 of all turret types produced from April 42 to July 45.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Marines operated a lot of small hatch and a fairly large number of large hatch M4A2 tanks, until the supply of 75mm armed versions dried up in late 1944. Then they switched over to large hatch M4A3(75)W tanks, but there were some M4A2 holdouts among the six battalions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther countries that used the M4A2 Sherman included Britain, New Zealand, Poland, and the Free French Forces. 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This tank had a welded hull just like the M4, M4A2, and M4A4, but used a new motor. The Ford GAA V8, this motor took some time for its bugs to be worked out, the US Army didn’t use it until it was ready for serious production. When it was, it became the preferred US Army version of the tank in both the 75mm and 76mm forms. It would see all the improvements, and be the first hull type to take the HVSS suspension system into combat for the US Army. It would be produced in three factories with all turret types, 12,596 built in total between June 42 and June of 45.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first run of M4A3 tanks were small hatch tanks made by Ford, most were used in the USA for training, and many never saw combat. Some were rebuilt and sent to Europe to help make up for higher than expected tank losses after the Normandy Campaign. 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The first vehicle, based on the first T26E1-1 vehicle, was shipped to Europe, where it was up-armoured and saw limited combat, being now commonly known as the “Super Pershing”. Another T26E4 prototype and 25 “serial” vehicles followed, with slight differences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe M26A1 came into production after the war and most Pershing in service were upgraded to this standard. It replaced the 90mm M3 with the new M3A1 gun, characterized by a more efficient bore evacuator and single-baffle muzzle brake. A total of 1,190 M26A1s were produced and modified and saw action in Korea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe T26E2 was a close support variant of the M26 with a 105mm howitzer (74 rounds), and eventually standardized for use as the Medium Tank M45, 185 units were build. 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A battery of four BM-13 launchers could fire a salvo in 7–10 seconds that delivered 4.35 tons of high explosives over a 400,000-square-metre (4,300,000-sq-ft) impact zone, an effect roughly equivalent to that of 72 conventional guns. Katyusha batteries were often massed in very large numbers, with devastating effect. The distinctive howl of the rockets added to the psychological impact of the weapon. 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The production vehicle first appeared in 1938 and was intended to be used mainly as the tractor for the 8.8cm FlaK gun and the 15cm sFH18 150mm howitzer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vehicle could carry gun crews of up to 12 men in theatre-type seats with under-seat storage for various tools. The whole vehicle was spacious enough to carry their kit. The rear of the vehicle housed an enclosed compartment for storage of ammunition, though a second ammunition carrier was desirable. The tractor could tow loads up to 8,000kg (17,600lb) in weight. Most were fitted with a winch that could pull up to 3,450kg. It had a payload of 1,800kg. The windscreen was able to fold down and a canvas roof could be erected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe use of half-tracked prime movers for artillery was common in the German forces but not elsewhere. Compared to wheeled vehicles, half-tracks were more difficult to maintain, they often suffered track breakages, and were slower on roads. However, they had better off-road mobility compared to wheeled vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe iconic SdKfz 7 was used throughout the war and saw extensive use in the North African Campaign where their tracks allowed them to drive through the desert sands far more effectively than trucks. From 1938, a total of 12,187 units were built before production stopped in 1944.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SdKfz 7 also became the basis of a number of self-propelled anti-aircraft variants based on 20mm and 37mm FlaK types in use. The SdKfz 7\/1 was armed with a 2cm Flakvierling 38 quadruple anti-aircraft gun system; about 750 to 800 were produced by the end of Dec 44. The SdKfz 7\/2 was armed with a single 3.7cm FlaK 36 or 43 anti-aircraft gun; about 1,000 were produced by the end of Jan 45.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Two headlight options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Windshield fold-down option\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Folded or erected canvas roof options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Open or closed storage bins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Base kit to build SdKfz 7\/1 or SdKfz 7\/2 included*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Driver in normal or DAK uniform included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* 2cm Flakvierling 38 and 3.7cm FlaK 43 sold separately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Parts: 99 pieces \/ 3 sprues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNote: Models supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rubicon Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43881379528927,"sku":"RUG280065","price":59.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/1191\/7023\/products\/RU28G34-2.jpg?v=1672323539"},{"product_id":"rubicon-models-panzer-iii-ausf-e-f-g-medium-tank-backorder","title":"Rubicon Models - Panzer III Ausf E \/ F \/ G Medium Tank","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Panzerkampfwagen III (SdKfz 141), commonly known as the Panzer III, was a medium tank developed in the 1930s by Germany, and was used extensively in WW2. Production of the Panzer III ceased in 1943.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ausf E was the first version of the mass produced Panzer III tanks. The Ausf E, armed with either a 3.7cm KwK 36 L\/46.5 or a 5cm KwK 38 L\/42 gun, was fitted with torsion bar suspension with six roadwheels on individual swing axles. Three track return rollers were positioned above the road wheels. A few Ausf E saw combat in Poland in 1939.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ausf F was initially armed with a 3.7cm KwK 36 L\/46.5 gun and later up armoured and fitted with 5cm KwK 38 L\/42 gun. Armoured vents were fitted to the turret roof and rear engine deck to enable it to cope with the dust and heat of the North African desert. Paint was dark yellow (dunkelgelb) with extensive usage on the Eastern Front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ausf G was produced between March 1940 and early 1941. The first Ausf G tanks were armed with 3.7cm KwK L\/46.5 guns. Some took part in the invasion of Holland, Belgium and France in May 1940. After experience during the Battle of France, some were upgraded with a 5cm KwK 38 L\/42 gun. They were used on the Eastern Front and in North Africa. Rear turret stowage boxes were sometimes fitted later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Option to build an Ausf E, F or G variant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Open or closed command \u0026amp; crew hatches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Tank crew figures included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber of Parts: 143 pieces \/ 4 sprues. Note: Models supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rubicon Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43881379823839,"sku":"RUG280091","price":59.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/1191\/7023\/products\/RU28G45-2.jpg?v=1672323597"},{"product_id":"rubicon-models-panzer-iii-ausf-h-j-l-m-n-medium-tank-backorder","title":"Rubicon Models - Panzer III Ausf H \/ J \/ L \/ M \/ N Medium Tank","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Panzerkampfwagen III (SdKfz 141), commonly known as the Panzer III, was a medium tank developed in the 1930s by Germany, and was used extensively in WW2. Production of the Panzer III ceased in 1943.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ausf H was the first version to be designed and fitted with a 5cm KwK 38 L\/42 gun. These variants were also up-armoured. Delivery started in late 1940 and early 1941. Tanks going to North Africa were fitted with armored vents on the engine deck. Rear turret stowage bins were fitted later. Because of the increase in weight, wider wheels and tracks were introduced. New front drive wheels and rear idler wheels were fitted as well as a different shock absorber. Because of supply problems, some of the early Ausf H tanks were fitted with shock absorbers and wheels used on the Ausf G.\u003cbr\u003eThe chassis on the Ausf J was lengthened to create better engine compartment ventilation and tow eyes. It was still armed with a 5cm KwK 38 L\/42 gun. From December 1941, it was replaced by a 5cm KwK L\/60 gun and were renamed Ausf L. Again, tanks sent to North Africa had armoured vents fitted on the rear engine deck. In April 1941, stowage bins started to be fitted to the rear of the turret. Some late production Ausf J tanks had 20mm spaced armor fitted to the front of the turret and the hull. Some older tanks had it fitted later.\u003cbr\u003eThe Ausf M started production in February 1942. They had the same features as the Ausf L but were fitted with deep-wading equipment. Starting in May 1943 5mm Schürzen (skirt armour plates) were mounted on the hull side and 10mm plates on the turret, to prevent the Soviet 14.5mm anti-tank rifle penetrating the side armour of the Panzer III.\u003cbr\u003eThe Ausf N mounted with a short-barrel 7.5 cm KwK 37 L\/24 gun was used in the infantry support role once the 75mm long barrelled Panzer IV, Panther and 88mm armed Tiger tank entered service. Schürzen was added starting in May 1943.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003cbr\u003e- Option to build an Ausf H, J, L, M or N variant\u003cbr\u003e- Schürzen with build jig for ease of assembly\u003cbr\u003e- Open or closed command \u0026amp; crew hatches\u003cbr\u003e- Optional stowage included\u003cbr\u003e- Tank crew figures included\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNumber of Parts: 184 pieces \/ 5 sprues. 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It was an answer to the unexpectedly impressive Soviet armour encountered in the initial months of the Axis invasion of the Soviet Union, particularly the T-34 and the KV-1. The Tiger I gave the Wehrmacht its first tank mounting the 88mm gun in its first armoured fighting vehicle-dedicated version: the KwK 36. During the course of the war, the Tiger I saw combat on all German battlefronts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile the Tiger I was feared by many of its opponents, it was over-engineered, using expensive materials and labour intensive production methods. Only 1,347 were built between August 1942 and August 1944. The Tiger was prone to certain types of track failures and immobilizations, and limited in range by its high fuel consumption. It was expensive to maintain, but generally mechanically reliable. It was also difficult to transport, and vulnerable to immobilization when mud, ice and snow froze between its overlapping and interleaved road wheels in winter weather conditions, often jamming them solid. In 1944, production was phased out in favour of the Tiger II.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith this kit, you can build all three (early, mid, and late war) versions of the Tiger I tank. 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It entered service in 1944 during the later stages of the war on the Eastern and Western Fronts. The Jagdpanther combined the 8.8cm PaK 43 cannon, similar to the main gun of the Tiger II, and the armour and suspension of the Panther chassis. The Jagdpanther had a good power-to-weight ratio and a powerful main gun, which enabled it to destroy any type of Allied tank. Based on the existing Panther Ausf G chassis, the vehicle did not suffer too many mechanical problems. It was manned by a crew of five: a driver, radio-operator, commander, gunner and a loader.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere were two main variants. The earlier G1 (1944 model) had a small welded main gun mantlet, one piece PaK 43\/3 gun, a modified Panther Ausf A engine deck and two vision openings for the driver. The G2 (1945 model) Jagdpanther used a Panther Ausf G engine deck, a larger gun mantlet bolted externally and a two-piece KwK 43\/4 L\/71 gun. Some later G1 models may have possessed G2 features such as the larger G2 mantlet because changes to the design were implemented gradually and lack of spares turned many Jagdpanther into “hybrids”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Jagdpanthers had two vision openings for the driver, whereas late versions had only one. The main gun originally had a monobloc gun barrel, but from May 44 onward it was gradually replaced by a two-part barrel which was more economical as barrel wear was not even. The other main difference was the relocation of external tool stowage from the sides of the vehicle to the engine deck and rear hull. 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This was due to a combination of a lightweight chassis and smooth, flat underbody which “surfed” on soft surfaces just like a motorized sled, allowing it to follow tracked vehicles without much trouble. It was propelled by a rear-mounted air-cooled flat-4, 985cc FMCV-1 engine, linked to a 4-speed manual transmission with a self-locking differential. With its air-cooled configuration, it was dispensed a radiator and therefore proved less sensitive to bullets, while being also highly tolerant of climates extremes. For starting in winter, a volatile fuel was required, stored in a small auxiliary fuel tank.\u003cbr\u003eWhen Volkswagen production ceased at the end of the war, 50,435 Kübelwagen vehicles had been produced, and the vehicle had proven itself to be surprisingly useful, reliable, and durable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003cbr\u003e- 2 types of tyres for both North African and European Campaigns\u003cbr\u003e- Two headlight options included\u003cbr\u003e- Optional fold-down windshield with canvas cover\u003cbr\u003e- Extra door parts for open door conversion included\u003cbr\u003e- Driver with 2 head options included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNote: Models supplied unassembled and unpainted\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Rubicon Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43881391915231,"sku":"RUG280072","price":43.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/1191\/7023\/products\/RU28G32-2.jpg?v=1672324341"},{"product_id":"rubicon-models-sdkfz-2-kettenkrad-with-trailer-if-8-goliath-with-crew-backorder","title":"Rubicon Models - SdKfz 2 Kettenkrad with Trailer if.8 \u0026 Goliath with Crew","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SdKfz 2 Kettenkrad (plural Kettenkräder) started its life as a light tractor for airborne troops. 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In August 1942, Zündapp and BMW, on the urging of the Army, agreed upon standardization of parts for both machines, with a view of eventually creating a Zündapp-BMW hybrid (designated the BW43), in which a BMW 286\/1 side-car would be grafted onto a Zündapp KS750 motorcycle. They also agreed that the manufacture of the R75 would cease once production reached 20,200 units, and after that point BMW and Zündapp would only produce the Zündapp-BMW machine, manufacturing 20,000 each year. Only 16,510 were produce before the war ended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince the target of 20,200 BMW R75’s was not reached, it remained in production until the Eisenach factory was so badly damaged by Allied bombing that production ceased in 1944. 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In August 1942, Zündapp and BMW, on the urging of the Army, agreed upon standardization of parts for both machines, with a view of eventually creating a Zündapp-BMW hybrid (designated the BW43), in which a BMW 286\/1 side-car would be grafted onto a Zündapp KS750 motorcycle. They also agreed that the manufacture of the R75 would cease once production reached 20,200 units, and after that point BMW and Zündapp would only produce the Zündapp-BMW machine, manufacturing 20,000 each year. Only 16,510 were produce before the war ended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince the target of 20,200 BMW R75’s was not reached, it remained in production until the Eisenach factory was so badly damaged by Allied bombing that production ceased in 1944. 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