Ref.: TRUM-07256
German Sturmgeschutz III Ausf.B
Characteristics
1/72 scale model in plastic to mount and paint Trumpeter
History of
Sturmgeschutz III was originally designed as an assault weapon, but as war progressed it became more of a defensive one.
It evolved into an assault gun and tank destroyer in one. Its main role was to providing anti-tank support to the units in its area of operation.
Ausf A was followed by improved Ausf B, C, D and E, all armed with short 75mm StuK 37 L/24 gun.
All versions featured number of modifications specific to vehicles that followed them in production. Last Ausf E was produced in March of 1942.
Total of 822 Ausf A, B, C, D and Es was produced by Alkett and their official designation was Gepanzerter Selbstfahrlafette fur Sturmgeschutz 7.5cm Kanone Ausf A-E / Sd.Kfz.142. Early Stugs remained in active service until mid 1943.