Border Model Plastic Model Kit
Stug III Ausf.G Early (1/35) BT-052
Border Model’s 1/35 scale BT-052 kit faithfully replicates the German StuG III Ausf.G Early Production, one of the most iconic armoured vehicles of WWII. This detailed kit includes a full interior and multiple finishing options, allowing modellers to recreate authentic Eastern or Western Front scenarios.
- 1/35 scale plastic model of StuG III Ausf.G Early Production
- Complete interior with crew and engine compartments
- Workable tracks and movable suspension system
- Photo-etched parts for enhanced realism
- Options for open or closed hatches
- Decals for multiple historical variants
Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
The Sturmgeschütz III (StuG III) was originally developed as a support weapon for infantry units, evolving into an essential tank destroyer in the German arsenal. The Ausf.G variant, introduced in 1942, saw the highest production numbers and featured upgrades like thicker frontal armour and the long-barrelled 75mm StuK 40 L/48 gun. Its low profile and fixed gun made it ideal for defensive ambush tactics. StuG III units were deployed on all fronts, especially on the Eastern Front where they countered Soviet armour with lethal effectiveness. Despite lacking a turret, its reliability, cost-efficiency, and firepower cemented its legacy as a workhorse of the Wehrmacht. This kit captures the early production model’s key characteristics in stunning detail.
