Germany StuGIII AusfG Early Production Tank with Schurzen 201 "StuG Brigade 242 Italy" (1943) "NEO Dragon Armor" Series 1/72 Plastic Model by Drago
Brand new 1/72 scale plastic model of Germany StuG.III Ausf.G Early Production Tank with Schurzen #201 "StuG Brigade 242 Italy" (1943) "NEO Dragon Armor" Series plastic model by Dragon Models. Limited edition. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Comes in plastic display showcase. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately L-3(3.5 with cannon) W-1.75 H-1.5 inches. Pad printed markings and placards that wont fade or peel like decals for long-lasting. High-quality markings include a protective display case to keep the model in pristine condition. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. HISTORY ASPECTS:The Sturmgeschütz III (StuG III) Ausf. G an early production model became a pivotal asset for German forces during World War II. Initially designed as an infantry support vehicle the StuG III evolved into one of the Wehrmacht’s primary tank destroyers. The Ausf. G introduced in late 1942 was equipped with the powerful 75mm StuK 40 L/48 gun and additional armor plating. The addition of Schürzen side skirts enhanced its ability to deflect anti-tank rounds and protect against infantry attacks a necessity on the increasingly complex battlefields in Europe. StuG units like StuG Brigade 242 were deployed extensively to reinforce German lines against growing Allied pressure.In 1943 StuG Brigade 242 was deployed to Italy where it participated in the challenging Italian Campaign. The rugged and mountainous terrain made conventional tank operations difficult but the StuG III’s low profile and versatile firepower allowed it to perform effectively as both a tank destroyer and an infantry support weapon. StuG Brigade 242 operated in a