Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - 10:43 PM UTC
The release and counter-release of new variants of the Sd.Kfz 7 between the major manufacturers, shows no sign of abating. Here are the latest from Trumpeter
Two new variants using the basic chassis have been announced by Trumpeter for release in May 2009. I was sent an image for one of them, now, it can be put on public view. The new releases are:

01526 - German 3.7cm Flak 37 auf Selbstfahrlafette (Sd.Kfz 7/2 LATE Version)

The model has a total of 859 parts on 20 sprues. Also included are 3 PE sheets, brass wire and Vinyl tires.

Features:

- New tooled slide-moulded one-piece late type mudguard
- Both sides panels and top panel of the engine hood can be open to show the full detailed engine
- Detailed radiator cover w/filer cap.
- The front radiator grille rendered in fine detail
- Wedge-shaped plate to protect the radiator mimic the feature on real vehicle
- Platform w/ non-slip pattern
- Upper and lower steps are made from photo-etched parts w/non-slip tread pattern
- Newly tooled multi-directionals slide moulded armored cab w/opened doors
- Photo-etched flange around sprocket wheel center
-Late type sprocket wheels w/ multiple delicate parts
- Leaf springs w/ fine detail
-The front suspension and steering designed to work
- The road wheels have excellent detail the different pattern of the inside and outside wheels captured nicely
Interior
- Fully detailed engine
- Accurately designed transmission
- The gearbox is slide moulded w/authentic detail
- The winch rendered in fine detail
- The seats are Be-copper moulded to mimic the feature on real vehicle
- Tool box w/interior detail
- Photo-etched mesh for folding sides of rear platform.
- Hull sides can be folded down for better crew access.
- Side armor plates can be assembled at different angles for travel or combat.
- Brand new mounted 3.7cm Flak rendered in fine detail
- Slide-molded one-piece gun barrel w/ hollow muzzle.
- Gun can traverse 360 degrees.
- Gun can be freely posed at different angles.
- Special trailer Sd.Anh 52 for 3.7cm Flak.
Tyres
-3 rubber tyres with excellent thread pattern
Tracks
-120 individual track links in light grey plastic on 6 sprues
PE
-The photo-etched fret included, contains foot-board, light mount,Others
- Photo-etched Flak shield
- Photo-etched mesh.
-1 length of thread for the tow cables

The second release is:

01527 - German 3.7cm Flak 43 auf Selbstfahrlafette (Sd.Kfz.7/2)

Features:

- New tooled slide-moulded one-piece late type mudguard
- Both sides panels and top panel of the engine hood can be open to show the full detailed engine
- Detailed radiator cover w/filer cap.
- The front radiator grille rendered in fine detail
- Wedge-shaped plate to protect the radiator mimic the feature on real vehicle
- Platform w/ non-slip pattern
- Upper and lower steps are made from photo-etched parts w/non-slip tread pattern
- Newly tooled multi-directionals slide moulded armored cab w/opened doors
- Photo-etched flange around sprocket wheel center
-Late type sprocket wheels w/ multiple delicate parts
- Leaf springs w/ fine detail
-The front suspension and steering designed to work
- The road wheels have excellent detail the different pattern of the inside and outside wheels captured nicely
Interior
- Fully detailed engine
- Accurately designed transmission
- The gearbox is slide moulded w/authentic detail
- The winch rendered in fine detail
- The seats are Be-copper moulded to mimic the feature on real vehicle
- Tool box w/interior detail
- Photo-etched mesh for folding sides of rear platform.
- Hull sides can be folded down for better crew access.
- Side armor plates can be assembled at different angles for travel or combat.
- Brand new mounted 3.7cm Flak rendered in fine detail
- Slide-molded one-piece gun barrel w/ hollow muzzle.
- Gun can traverse 360 degrees.
- Gun can be freely posed at different angles.
- Special trailer Sd.Anh 52 for 3.7cm Flak.
Tyres
-3 rubber tyres with excellent thread patternTracks
-120 individual track links in light grey plastic on 6 sprues
PE
-The photo-etched fret included, contains foot-board, light mount,Others
- Photo-etched mesh.
-1 length of thread for the tow cables

Our thanks to Trumpeter for the images and details!

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Comments

Self-Propelled
Yes, I read the comparison review and I know that the Sd.Kfz.7 isn't the best example because the Trumpeter one has a couple more issues. As for being able to pull a kit together just like that, well, DML have been working on their Sd.Kfz.7 for how long now? I don't want to guess but it's been ages since it was announced and they were planning on releasing the Zugkraftwagen first and when Trumpeter's Flakvierling was presented, Dragon announced their's just a bit later, and now this. Same thing goes for Tamiya's Jagdtiger released in December.
APR 30, 2009 - 02:09 AM
bill_c
The comparison review is really excellent, because it shows the deficiences of BOTH kits' The T. one is more troubling on some levels of accuracy, though the DML kit, for example, has a less-detailed engine and NO trailer. Modellers can swap trailers from the three T. kits that will soon be in release, whereas NO DML kit can be shown with a correct trailer unless one orders the Wiener Modelbau resin kit referenced above. At 40 Euros, that's a hefty price for accuracy. And the lack of a completely detailed engine is a definite bougher for DAK scenarios, since numerous photos show these vehicles being driven without the engine bonnet sides. It's not a fatal deficiency, but another thing that will have to be corrected. If I had the funds, I would order all three kits and do a comparison review for Armorama. I presume PMMS will do one, so I plan on waiting until that before making my decision on which one to purchase. Strange DML hasn't released its Prime Mover kit yet.
APR 30, 2009 - 04:42 AM
cach7
Does Trump still plan on releasing the cargo version of the 7???
APR 30, 2009 - 04:10 PM
jimbrae
Yes, no release date though...
MAY 01, 2009 - 03:37 AM
cach7
Thanks Jim,maybe Dragon will announce theirs and Trump will get moving on it!!!
MAY 01, 2009 - 04:54 AM
jimbrae
As a taster...
MAY 01, 2009 - 05:02 AM
cach7
More like a teaser!!!!
MAY 01, 2009 - 05:10 AM
bill_c
This is a kit I would definitely purchase, since it substantially extends the category and requires no additional stuff (trailer, brass barrels, etc.). It offers some attractive possibilities, too, for many diorama projects.
MAY 01, 2009 - 05:35 AM
cach7
I have the Trump 7 and the Dragon 7/1. I know their different versions but, I would have to go with the Trump for detail. As far as measurments and general bolt counting i couldnt tell you. I think with either kit you cant go wrong.
MAY 06, 2009 - 02:28 PM
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