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German Opel Blitz Cargo Truck - 1.SS Panzer Grenadier Division "LSSAH", Kharkov, Russia, March 1943 (1:72 Scale)
German Opel Blitz Cargo Truck - 1.SS Panzer Grenadier Division "LSSAH", Kharkov, Russia, March 1943

Hobby Master German Opel Blitz Cargo Truck - 1.SS Panzer Grenadier Division "LSSAH", Kharkov, Russia, March 1943




 
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Hobby Master HG3906 German Opel Blitz Cargo Truck - 1.SS Panzer Grenadier Division "LSSAH", Kharkov, Russia, March 1943 (1:72 Scale) "The peril of the hour moved the British to tremendous exertions, just as always in a moment of extreme danger things can be done which had previously been thought impossible. Mortal danger is an effective antidote for fixed ideas."
- Generalfeldmarschal Erwin Rommel

In 1929, GM acquired the engine producer Adam Opel AG, based in Russelsheim, Germany, and with it, one of the most well regarded manufacturing plants in Europe. In the early 1930's, Opel introduced a fast light truck, calling it the Opel Blitz (Lightning) and in 1935 opened a modern truck factory in Brandenburg. Although light in weight, the Blitz design could carry a considerable payload. A proven six-cylinder engine from another GM company, Buick, provided the power. The payload increased in steps from the original 1.93 tons to 2.76 tons, and finally to 3.31 tons, of which the S type could transport cross-country.

The greatest production figures were achieved by the Opel Blitz 3-ton S with 82,356 units produced with the 3.6 liter engine from April 1937 to the beginning of August 1944. This dependable, light 3-ton truck enjoyed great popularity among the units. The simple, yet robust Opel design proved itself in the confusion of war and was superior to many specially-designed vehicles. The 3-ton Blitz was superior to many other 3-ton trucks on account of its low ground pressure which was a result of the vehicle's low weight.

Pictured here is a 1:72 scale replica of a German Opel Blitz cargo truck that was attached to the 1.SS Panzer Grenadier Division "LSSAH", then deployed to Kharkov, Russia, during March 1943. Sold Out!

Dimensions:
Length: 3-1/4-inches
Width: 1-1/4-inches

Release Date: March 2010

Historical Account: "Winter Storm" - SS-Panzer Division Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler (LSSAH) was formed on March 17th, 1933, by Josef "Sepp" Dietrich, Hitler's bodyguard, on the order of der Fuhrer who wanted a full-time armed force that was completely loyal to him. It was attached to Heeresgruppe Sud during the invasion of Poland and later took part in the invasion of France and the Low Countries. For the most part LSSAH was held in reserve although it was employed against retreating British troops trapped at Dunkirk. After the British capitulation, it was attached to XIV Armeekorps during the second and final phase of the invasion of France.

Following the armistice, LSSAH was upgraded to a brigade and began training for the planned invasion of Britain (Operation Seelowe). When the invasion was cancelled, LSSAH was transferred to Romania for the Balkan invasion.

It fought its way through Yugoslavia and Greece chasing Allied troops to Kalamata, where they were evacuated by sea to Crete. LAH was attached to Heeresgruppe Sud during the initial stages of Operation: Barbarossa, seeing action at Kiev and again at the Black Sea port of Rostov. It was transferred to France for refitting in 1942 and was upgraded again, this time to a Panzergrenadier Division. It returned to the Eastern front the following year, fighting at Kharkov and then at Kursk during Operation: Zitadelle. After Kursk, LSSAH was sent to Italy to perform anti-partisan duties but was soon returned to the Eastern front, this time as a full-fledged Panzer Division. Following the debacle at Kamenets-Podolsk, it was sent to France for rest and refit.

LAH fought in Normandy following the Allied invasion and saw action at Caen, Falaise, and Aachen as it fell back on the German frontier. It participated in the Ardennes counteroffensive (Operation " Wacht am Rhein") where it was attached to I SS Panzerkorps. Later on, LSSAH was sent back to the Eastern front to help break the siege of Budapest (Operation Margarethe). Afterwards, it was transferred to Austria where it surrendered to American troops at war's end.

Features
  • Plastic construction
  • Realistic painting and accurate insignia
  • Comes with acrylic display case

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5 of 5 German Cargo Truck December 23, 2010
Reviewer: Nancy Kaster from engelhard, NC United States  
Great paint scheme, perfect detailing!!!  Love it!!

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