1:72 Heller 30803 Panzerhaubitze 2000 (PzH 2000) - German Self-Propelled Howitzer Plastic Model kit

An imposing turret, an exceptionally long gun barrel and the robust appearance of modern German artillery: the Panzerhaubitze 2000 is one of the world's best-known self-propelled howitzers. With the Heller 30803 Panzerhaubitze 2000, you can recreate this impressive military vehicle as a plastic model kit in 1:72 scale. Its distinctive armoured hull, wide tracks and powerful 155 mm artillery assembly capture the unmistakable appearance of the original vehicle. An appealing modelling project for enthusiasts of modern military vehicles, German armoured engineering and heavy artillery.

The Panzerhaubitze 2000 was developed to replace the older M109 self-propelled howitzers operated by the German Bundeswehr. Following the cancellation of the international SP-70 programme, Germany continued developing a new self-propelled howitzer independently. The result was an advanced artillery system that entered production in 1998. The PzH 2000 combines a 155 mm Rheinmetall L/52 howitzer with an automatic loading system and modern fire-control equipment, allowing it to fire several rounds in rapid succession. A powerful MTU MT 881 diesel engine producing approximately 1,000 hp also provides excellent mobility despite the vehicle's weight of more than 55 tonnes. The howitzer has seen operational service in Afghanistan and has been adopted by several countries besides Germany, including the Netherlands, Italy and Greece.

Heller recreates this modern German self-propelled howitzer in 1:72 scale, allowing its impressive construction to stand out even within a compact military vehicle collection. The model captures the defining features of the PzH 2000, including its long gun barrel, large armoured turret and robust tracked chassis. Its characteristic military details offer excellent opportunities for accurate camouflage painting and realistic weathering. Display the completed howitzer as a standalone model or combine it with other modern armoured vehicles in a military training ground or artillery diorama.

Features:
– Heller Panzerhaubitze 2000 (PzH 2000) plastic model kit in 1:72 scale
– Modern German self-propelled howitzer operated by the Bundeswehr
– Based on the famous Panzerhaubitze 2000, developed to replace the M109
– Distinctive 155 mm Rheinmetall L/52 howitzer with a long gun barrel
– Imposing armoured turret and robust vehicle hull
– Detailed representation of the tracked chassis and military vehicle construction
– Original vehicle equipped with an automatic ammunition loading system
– Modern fire-control equipment for accurate artillery support
– Original PzH 2000 powered by a powerful MTU MT 881 diesel engine
– Historical vehicle type operated by several European armed forces
– Suitable for realistic military camouflage painting and subtle weathering
– Compact scale that complements other modern military models in 1:72
– Interesting modelling project for enthusiasts of modern artillery
– Ideal for collectors of German armoured vehicles and heavy military machinery
– Suitable as a display model or part of a modern military diorama

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