Airfix Model Set - A1377 Stug IV Sd.Kfz.167 Model Building Kit - Plastic Model Tank Kits for Adults & Children 8+, Set Includes Sprues & Decals - 1:35 Scale Model

Product Info: The Sd.Kfz.167 Sturmgeschütz IV was a development from an incredibly successful series of armoured mobile assault guns produced by the Germans during WWII, which were initially intended to provide fire support for infantry units coming across particularly stubborn areas of resistance during their advance, particularly those in fortified positions. The early short barrelled L/24 75 mm gun was later replaced with the longer L/43 and L/48 guns, which were devastatingly effective anti-tank weapons, which when combined with the low profile of these vehicles, made them a fearsome adversary for Allied tank commanders and could easily be concealed in ambush positions on the battlefield. Following the Allied bombing of the Stug III factory in November 1943, the serious production disruption this caused forced the Germans to adapt the casemate superstructure of the Stug onto the larger chassis of the Panzer IV tank, retaining the low profile anti-tank killing capabilities of its predecessor, but resulting in the re-classification of these new vehicles as the Sturmgeschütz IV. Quick and relatively cheap to make compared to the mighty German heavy tanks of the period, the Sturmgeschütz where arguably Germany's most effective armoured vehicles during the latter stages of the war and whilst production numbers of Panther and Tiger tanks steadily diminished as the war progressed, many more Sturmgeschütz vehicles were rolling off the production lines to make up the shortfall.

• Stug IV Sd.Kfz.167: The Sd.Kfz. 167 Sturmgeschutz IV was a development from an incredibly successful series of armoured mobile assault guns. They were arguably Germany's most effective armoured vehicles during the latter stages of the war
• Tank Model Kits: With Airfix's precision-engineered tank kits, you can effortlessly create highly detailed and authentic tank models, offering a satisfying experience in assembling and painting iconic tank replicas
• Airfix Tank Set: Build this iconic Stug IV Sd.Kfz.167 model with intricate details and precise scaling, designed for beginners and advanced modellers alike. Please note that this model set does not include paint or glue which are required for assembly
• About this Model: Skill Level 3 (where 1 is for the beginner and 4 is for the more experienced modeller). This model set includes 1:35 Scale Model of the Stug IV Sd.Kfz.167, Sprues and Decals
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