German 8 cm mortar on AMR 35(f) light reconnaissance tank 1:72 First To Fight PL124

Plastic military model for assembly: German 8 cm mortar on light reconnaissance tank AMR 35(f) 1:72 First To Fight PL124

We present a plastic model for assembly in 1:72 scale, which reflects the German 8 cm mortar mounted on the light reconnaissance tank AMR 35(f). This detailed model is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of World War II history and military modeling.

Model details:

• Scale: 1:72
• Manufacturer: First To Fight
• Catalog number: PL124

History and historical background:

The AMR 35 was a French light tank developed during the interwar period. Although its name suggests a reconnaissance function, it was actually a light combat vehicle that served as support for mechanized infantry. The AMR 35 project was initiated in 1933 as an improvement over the earlier AMR 33 model, with the engine moved from the front to the rear of the vehicle. In 1934, a stronger suspension was introduced, and the AMR 35 replaced the AMR 33 on production lines.

During the Battle of France in 1940, most AMR 35s were lost in the first weeks of fighting. The Germans captured some of the vehicles and used them as Panzerspahwagen ZT 702 (f). Some of them, including newly produced ZT4, were equipped with an 8 cm mortar schwerer Granatwerfer 34/1 in an open superstructure, creating a self-propelled 81 mm mortar. These vehicles were mainly used by occupation forces in France, as well as by Panzerkampfwagen-Kompanie 539 in Prague.

Kit for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.