Miniart 1/72 StuG III Ausf G Feb 1943 Prod # 72101

Name: Miniart 1/72 StuG III Ausf G Feb 1943 Prod # 72101
Brand: MiniArt
SKU: MIN72101
Price: 19.79 GBP
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1/72 Military

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The Sturmgeschütz III Ausf. G, produced in February 1943, was a German assault gun that played a significant role during World War II.

Commonly known as the StuG III, this variant, Ausf. G (Ausführung G), represented a later stage in the evolution of this formidable armored vehicle.

Manufactured by the German firm Alkett, the StuG III Ausf. G boasted a well-balanced combination of firepower, mobility, and armor.

Armed primarily with a 75 mm StuK 40 L/48 gun, the StuG III was highly effective against enemy tanks and fortified positions.

Its low profile and casemate design made it a stealthy and formidable opponent, especially in defensive operations.

The February 1943 production of the StuG III Ausf. G marked a period when Germany was engaged in intense armored warfare on the Eastern and Western Fronts.

The tank destroyer's production reflected the adaptation of German military strategy to emphasize defensive operations and mobile anti-tank capabilities.

With improved armor protection compared to earlier models, the StuG III Ausf. G could withstand enemy fire to a certain extent.

Its chassis was based on the reliable Panzer III tank, but the StuG III was designed specifically for infantry support and anti-tank roles rather than tank-versus-tank combat.

The StuG III Ausf. G remained a vital asset for the German army, particularly in providing mobile fire support for infantry units. Its versatility and cost-effectiveness contributed to its widespread use throughout the later years of World War II.

The StuG III series, including the Ausf. G produced in February 1943, stands as a testament to German engineering and the adaptability of armored vehicles during a challenging period of military conflict.