Takom 1/35 German 10.5cm StuH 42 Ausf.E/F, ca.1942-43 # 08016

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TAK08016

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1/35 Scale Military

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4897051422792

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The Sturmhaubitze 42, commonly known as the StuH 42, was a self-propelled howitzer developed by the Germans during World War II.

It was based on the chassis of the Panzer III tank and designed to provide mobile artillery support for infantry and armored units.

Key features of the 10.5cm StuH 42 Ausf.E/F include:

Armament: The StuH 42 was armed with a 10.5cm Sturmhaubitze 42 L/28 howitzer. The "L/28" refers to the length of the barrel. This weapon was effective against both fortifications and enemy armored vehicles, providing versatile fire support on the battlefield.

Role: The primary role of the StuH 42 was to serve as a self-propelled artillery piece capable of providing direct fire support to infantry and armored units. Its design allowed it to accompany and support mobile operations on the Eastern and Western Fronts.

Armor: While not as heavily armored as tanks, the StuH 42 had some protection against small arms fire and shell splinters. The emphasis was on mobility and firepower rather than heavy armor.

Ausf.E/F Variants: The "Ausf.E/F" designation refers to different production variants.

Variations in design and features might have occurred based on manufacturing changes, battlefield requirements, or improvements over the production run.

The StuH 42 played a role in various theaters of World War II, offering mobile artillery support to German forces.

Its design allowed it to function in both offensive and defensive roles, contributing to the adaptability of German armored units during the war.

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SKU	TAK08016
Manufacturer	Takom
Scale	1/35
EAN	4897051422792
Short Description	Sturmhaubitze 42 (StuH 42) assault howitzer was a variant of the Sturmgeschutz/StuG.III assault gun armed with a 10.5 cm leFH 18 howitzer instead of the standard 7.5 cm Sturmpanzerkanone 40 (StuK 40) L/48 gun. Takom Blitz series. - Metal barrel included - Hatches can be fitted opened or closed - Link & Length tracks - photo-etch parts - Choice of 4 markings - (Figure not included)