Gecko Models 1/16 Pz.kpfw II Ausf. c A-B-C Modified

Gecko Models’ 1/16 scale kit captures the iconic profile and technical intricacies of this early war tank. With fine detailing and large-scale presence, this build offers both visual impact and historical value, making it a rewarding project for enthusiasts of German WWII armour.

Features

• 1/16 scale injection-moulded plastic model kit
• Highly detailed exterior with accurate panel lines and rivets
• Includes intricate suspension, tracks, and turret assembly
• Optional hatches for open or closed display
• Interior detailing for driver compartment and fighting area
• Decal options for multiple Wehrmacht units
• Ideal for advanced modellers seeking a large-scale centrepiece
• Unassembled and unpainted, glue and paints required

The Panzerkampfwagen II (Pz.Kpfw II) Sd.Kfz. 121 was developed in the mid-1930s as a stopgap solution to bolster Germany’s growing panzer divisions. Initially intended as a training and reconnaissance vehicle, the Pz.Kpfw II quickly became a front-line asset during the early stages of World War II, especially during the invasions of Poland and France.

Armed with a 20mm KwK 30 L/55 autocannon and a 7.92mm MG34 machine gun, it was lightly armoured but fast and mobile. Though eventually outclassed by Allied and Soviet armour, the Panzer II played a vital role in Blitzkrieg tactics, providing valuable reconnaissance support and firepower during the opening years of the war. It was also used as a base for several self-propelled gun variants.