Thunder Model 35104 German Gepanzerter Mannschaftstransportwagen Katzchen 1/35 is an extremely interesting proposition for enthusiasts of German armored vehicles from the World War II era. This 1/35 scale model faithfully replicates the rare German armored infantry transporter prototype "Kätzchen," developed by BMM on the chassis of the famous Panzer 38(t) tank.

The Katzchen was an ambitious project of the German Army (Heer), aiming to create a fully tracked, fast, and heavily armored transporter for infantry troops. Design work began in 1943, but due to priority actions after the Battle of Kursk, the project did not enter mass production. In 1944, only two prototypes were produced, differing in the use of Tatra 103 diesel and Tatra NR engines, as well as the Praga Wilson gearbox. After the war, the fate of these unique vehicles remains unknown.

Thunder Model 35104 offers modellers an impressive set of over 350 plastic parts made using high-quality injection-molded technology, featuring a multi-part hull formed with slide molding, precisely replicated weld texture, and realistically rendered surface details. The manufacturer has also provided a detailed interior, making this kit especially attractive for advanced modellers wishing to build open crew compartments. The set is enhanced by photo-etched parts (PE detail sheet) for finishing the smallest details, as well as a decal sheet allowing for model personalization.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (1944, prototype)
• Type/model: plastic model kit with photo-etched parts
• Manufacturer: Thunder Model
• Contents: 350+ plastic parts, photo-etched details, decals
• Interior: full, reproduced according to documentation

This product is especially recommended for experienced modellers, enthusiasts of World War II armored vehicles, and collectors of unique prototype models. The kit features a high level of detail and requires advanced modelling skills – difficulty level 4/5. It is also ideal as an advanced project for model clubs and enthusiasts of the reconstruction of historical German vehicles.