Takom Plastic Model Kit

PzKpfw III Ausf M mit Schürzen BLITZ (1/35)

This 1/35 scale PzKpfw III Ausf M mit Schürzen from Takom is part of their BLITZ series, designed for faster assembly while maintaining sharp exterior detail. Representing the late-production Ausf M variant, this kit features the distinctive armoured side skirts (Schürzen) added to protect against anti-tank rifles and shaped-charge weapons.

The model includes link-and-length tracks, photo-etched parts for added refinement, and optional open or closed hatches, allowing flexibility in presentation. Four marking options are provided, making it easy to build different operational vehicles from the same box.

• 1/35 scale plastic model kit
• PzKpfw III Ausf M with armoured Schürzen
• Takom BLITZ series for simplified construction
• Hatches can be fitted open or closed
• Link & length tracks included
• Photo-etched detail parts included
• Choice of four marking options

History

The Panzer III formed the backbone of German armoured forces during the early and mid stages of World War II. By the time the Ausf M variant entered service, battlefield experience had driven a series of upgrades aimed at improving survivability.

The Ausf M introduced factory-fitted Schürzen armour plates along the hull sides and turret, offering additional protection against anti-tank rifles and infantry weapons. These modifications reflected the growing threat posed by Allied infantry anti-armour tactics, particularly on the Eastern Front.

Although eventually overshadowed by heavier designs, the Panzer III Ausf M remained an important combat vehicle, serving in multiple theatres. For modellers, it represents a transitional period in German tank development, combining classic Panzer III lines with late-war defensive enhancements.