• Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Sd.Kfz. 234/1 Armored Vehicle "4th Panzer Division, Danzig" (1945) German Army die cast model by Panzerstahl.
• Limited edition.
• Brand new box.
• Detailed exterior.
• True-to-scale detail.
• Comes in plastic display showcase.
• This model does not have any openings.
• Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
• Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
• Dimensions approximately L-3.375, W-1.25, H-1.375 inches.
• Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
• Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals for long-lasting.
• High-quality markings Include a protective display case to keep the model in pristine condition.
• It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life tank.

HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Sd.Kfz. 234/1 was a fast and well-armed eight-wheeled armored car designed for reconnaissance missions, playing a crucial role in German Army operations during World War II. Developed as part of the Sd.Kfz. 234 series, this variant featured a 2 cm KwK 38 L/55 autocannon mounted in an open-topped turret protected by mesh screens. With its high-speed capability and all-wheel drive, the 234/1 excelled in rapid scouting, screening advances, and conducting delaying actions against enemy forces. By 1945, however, these reconnaissance missions had turned into desperate defensive operations as the Third Reich struggled to hold back the overwhelming Soviet advance.
The 4th Panzer Division, one of Germany's veteran armored formations, had fought across Europe since the invasion of Poland in 1939. By early 1945, the division was stationed in Danzig (now Gdańsk, Poland), tasked with defending the city against the relentless Soviet offensive. As part of the German Army’s last attempts to hold the Eastern Front, the division used its Sd.Kfz. 234/1 vehicles for reconnaissance and delaying actions, engaging in street-to-street combat as the Red Army closed in. The vehicle’s speed and maneuverability allowed crews to conduct hit-and-run attacks, relaying critical battlefield information to German command while avoiding direct confrontation with superior Soviet armor.
Despite fierce resistance, the Battle of Danzig ended in March 1945, with Soviet forces overwhelming the city’s defenders. The 4th Panzer Division suffered heavy losses, and many of its surviving vehicles, including the Sd.Kfz. 234/1, were abandoned or destroyed as German forces attempted to escape the encirclement. The fall of Danzig marked another step toward the final collapse of Nazi Germany, but the Sd.Kfz. 234/1 remained a symbol of the adaptability and ingenuity of German reconnaissance units.
This 1:72 scale model meticulously replicates the battle-worn details of this legendary armored car. Featuring historically accurate camouflage, finely detailed turret weaponry, and realistic weathering effects, this model is a must-have for collectors and military history enthusiasts. Whether displayed as a standalone piece or integrated into a diorama, this high-quality replica brings to life the final battles of World War II with incredible accuracy.