Unimax Forces of Valor 85097
Krupp Sd.Kfz.142 StuG III Diecast Model
German Army, Germany, 1945 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Krupp Sd.Kfz.142 StuG III | | 3.25" | | 1.75" |
Based on the chassis of the Panzer II tank, the Wespe - armed with a 105mm Howitzer and gun shield - was a deadly tool on the battlefields of The Eastern Front.
Originally designed as a mobile, light gun to provide close infantry support, the StuG III first entered service in 1940. Early models were armed with a modest, low-velocity 75mm StuK 37 L/24 gun, but by the Spring of 1942 the Germans had modified the StuG III with a higher velocity StuK 40 L/43 gun so that it was a better match for Soviet KV-1 and T-34 tanks. The new configuration quickly proved to be an exceptionally effective tank destroyer--cost effective, easily camouflaged and difficult to target. By the spring of 1944, StuG IIIs were responsible for destroying some 20,000 Allied tanks. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Forces of Valor's 1:72 scale Wespe has the same quality construction and features generally seen in higher priced models. The top portion of the hull is constructed in diecast metal with the lower portion in plastic, which allows for crisp detailing such as that seen on the leaf spring suspension and road wheels. The elevating metal cannon and gun shield move side to side, and the opened top turret provides an unobstructed view of the cannon's breech system, dial controls and ocular sight system. Battlefield equipment such as hatches, shovel, jack and separately applied spare track are mounted on the hull.
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The Unimax "Forces of Valor" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles.
Unimax "Forces of Valor" diecast vehicles feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Moving tracks on detailed rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
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