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Pz.Kpfw. 38 (t) Ausf. E/F
German Panzerkampwagen 38(t) Ausf. E/F
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by: Jim Starkweather [ STAFF_JIM ]

SUMMARY
Highs: Excellent molding and details. A first class kit.
Lows: Modular track links may not appeal to all. Limited details and no photo etch.
Verdict: Overall another solid release from Tamiya for their 1/48 fans.
  Scale: 1:48
  Mfg. ID: 32583
  Suggested Retail: TBA
  PUBLISHED: Feb 27, 2015
  NATIONALITY: Germany
NETWORK-WIDE AVERAGE RATINGS
  THIS REVIEWER: 89.91%
  MAKER/PUBLISHER: 83.24%

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About Jim Starkweather (staff_Jim)
FROM: NEW HAMPSHIRE, UNITED STATES

I started building models in 1971 when I was 6. My first model was a 1/32 P-40 Warhawk. Revell I believe. From there I moved onto the standard cars, Apollo spacecraft, and other kid orientated kits. I don't know what got me started on Armor. I must have seen a Monogram tank kit one day and said "Mom...

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Comments

I gotta start looking on the Tamiya site more - never knew this gen was forthcoming. Very welcome!!!
FEB 27, 2015 - 07:28 AM
And naturally no Hungarian markings.
FEB 27, 2015 - 04:15 PM
God I hope Tamiya does a 1/48 Elephant.... The Bandai kit is showing its age
FEB 28, 2015 - 06:03 AM
Thanks for posting. Looks to be another great little kit from TAMIYA and looks well detailed....must add to the stash. Only observation, space between the headphones and head will need to be hollowed out to render a better figure. Thanks again Jim!
FEB 28, 2015 - 06:14 AM
Cool post. I am really looking forward to this kit. Matt
MAR 01, 2015 - 07:18 PM
They scaled down the Matilda, I've been hoping that they'll do the same with the Elephant. There doesnt seem to be much ryme or reason to the 1/48th scale releases though. Oh well. At least we are getting a new tank instead of another truck or armored car. I will pick this one up as soon as it is availiable.
MAR 02, 2015 - 07:40 AM
brad At least 1:48 scale arour keeps rolling along. Good choice.
APR 27, 2015 - 08:26 PM
   
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