Hetzer TD

The Jagdpanzer 38, widely called Hetzer, was a German turretless tank destroyer developed using Czech-origin automotive experience. Its compact, sloped armored body carried a 7.5cm anti-tank gun and entered service in 1944. The low silhouette offered concealment advantages, but the fighting compartment was cramped and gun traverse limited. It was produced in substantial numbers during the war’s final phase, unlike many projected German light armored vehicles. The chassis lineage links it to industry in occupied Czechoslovakia, but the enclosed fighting compartment distinguished it from earlier open tank-destroyer conversions. Its late-war production history also explains why many depictions emphasize 1944–1945 service.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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