Tamiya 32540 - 1/48 Sturmgeschuetz III Early  [32540]

German Sturmgeschutz III Ausf.G Early Version

Original Welded Gun Mantle

Of the numerous attack guns utilized by the Germans in WWII, probably the most numerous had been the Sturmgeschutz III. On the basis of the durable Panzer III framework with a totally brand new superstructure, the revolving turret was eliminated therefore the brief barreled 75mm L/24 gun had been installed directly onto the hull, offering the StuG III an incredibly low automobile profile. Initially intended for close infantry fire help, it was utilized as self-propelled artillery against enemy strong points. However, when the German forces encountered the Russian KV-I and T-34 tanks on the Eastern front, the specific situation suddenly changed. To handle this Russian tank hazard, the Germans had been forced to upgrade their existing weapons systems. The resulting StuG III Ausf.G, built from belated 1942 onwards, utilized a more powerful, long barreled 75mm L/48 gun.

Specs & Features

• Assembly type of the Sturmgeschutz III Ausf.G Early variation on a compact 1/48 scale.
• Length: 140mm, Realistically replicated weapon and square-shaped welded kind mantlet.
• Early variation identifying features such as for example front bolt-on armor and smoke dischargers faithfully replicated.
• Die-cast chassis for additional weight and realism.
• Assembly kind treads function one-piece right sections with realistic droop effect.
• Kit enables choice of either 75mm L/48 weapon or 105mm howitzer.
• Kit includes 1 commander figure (torso) and 2 types of markings.