• Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Sd.Kfz. 234/1 Armored Vehicle "6th Panzer Division, Czechoslovakia" (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 versatile eight-wheeled armored car used by the German Army during World War II. It was part of the Sd.Kfz. 234 series, a family of heavy reconnaissance vehicles designed to operate in various terrains, including open fields and war-torn cities. The 234/1 variant was equipped with a 2 cm KwK 38 L/55 autocannon, mounted in an open-topped turret protected by a mesh screen, providing a balance between firepower and speed. This armored car was highly valued by reconnaissance units for its mobility, enabling German forces to scout enemy positions and relay vital battlefield information.
By April 1945, the 6th Panzer Division, operating in Czechoslovakia, was among the final German formations resisting the advancing Soviet and Allied forces. Originally formed in 1939, the division had fought on multiple fronts, including the invasions of France and the Soviet Union. As the war neared its end, the 6th Panzer Division found itself engaged in desperate defensive battles, trying to delay the overwhelming Soviet offensive sweeping across Eastern Europe. The Sd.Kfz. 234/1 played a crucial role in these last-ditch efforts, conducting reconnaissance and providing covering fire as German units attempted to regroup and retreat.
During the Battle of Prague and surrounding skirmishes, many vehicles of the 6th Panzer Division, including the Sd.Kfz. 234/1, were either destroyed in combat or abandoned as German forces ran out of fuel and supplies. With the formal surrender of Nazi Germany in May 1945, the surviving elements of the division, along with their equipment, were either captured by the advancing Soviet forces or lost in the chaos of retreat. Despite its short-lived service in the final days of the war, the Sd.Kfz. 234/1 left a lasting impression as one of Germany’s most effective reconnaissance vehicles.
This 1:72 scale model with authentic camouflage, finely crafted turret details, and realistic weathering effects, this replica captures the essence of one of the German Army’s last operational armored cars. A must-have for diorama builders and World War II collectors, this piece adds historical depth to any collection.