1:35 E-100 Heavy Tank – Krupp Turret

E-100 heavy tank with the Krupp turret in 1:35 scale (Trumpeter)

An injection-molded plastic kit of the German E-100 super-heavy tank in the version with the Krupp turret. The sizeable model offers richly broken-down parts, a multi-part lower and upper hull and turret, rubber band tracks and photo-etched metal. In size and weight the finished model is among the impressive pieces of a military vehicle collection.

The real subject

The E-100 was a German super-heavy tank developed from 1943 as part of the standardized E-series project. In 1944 work on heavy machines was wound down on Hitler's orders, and the firm managed to build only a partly completed chassis, which fell into Allied hands after the war. The Krupp turret represents a projected solution derived from studies for super-heavy tanks; it never reached the E-100 in production.

Building and painting tips

Finish the running gear and the interior elements first, as they are harder to paint once the hull is closed up. The large surfaces of the hull and the turret are rewarding for modulating the base color with an airbrush. Mud and dust effects, washes and pigments on the running gear give the tank convincing weathering; the large surfaces will also carry a bolder camouflage scheme.

Who the model is for

• Collectors of German super-heavy vehicles and E-series projects
• Anyone interested in studies and unfinished prototypes
• Modelers who appreciate a large, striking model
• Lovers of bold camouflage and weathering

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.