Blitz by Takom 1/35 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.M mit schurzen
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Kit Overview:The Panzer III was one of the primary German tanks during the early and mid-war years, serving as a backbone of armored divisions across multiple fronts.
This Takom 1/35 scale “Blitz” kit represents the Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.M mit Schürzen, a late-production variant featuring additional spaced armor (“Schürzen”) designed to improve protection against anti-tank rifles and shaped charges. The Ausf.M also incorporated deep-wading equipment, allowing it to ford rivers—an important feature for operations on the Eastern Front.
Key Features:• “Blitz” series kit designed for faster, simplified assembly• Crisp molding with excellent surface detail• Includes Schürzen (side skirt armor)• Link-and-length tracks with track jig• Basic photo-etch parts included• Optional open or closed hatches• Multiple marking options (Kursk 1943 units)
What’s Included:• Complete plastic parts set (approx. 396 parts)• Photo-etch detail parts• Decals with multiple marking options• Instruction manual
German Armor Paint Guide (Suggested):
Eastern Front / Kursk 1943:• Base Color:
Dark Yellow (Dunkelgelb) – Tamiya XF-60 / Vallejo 71.025 / AK RC060
• Camouflage (Field Applied):
Red Brown (Tamiya XF-64 / Vallejo 71.039 / AK RC062)
Olive Green (Tamiya XF-58 / Vallejo 71.012 / AK RC061)
Detail Colors:• Tools: Wood + Dark Steel• Tracks: Dark Brown / Rust tones• Exhaust: Rust / Burnt Metal
Why This Kit:• Simplified build without sacrificing external detail• Ideal entry point into Takom armor kits• Accurate late-war Panzer III with distinctive Schürzen• Great base for weathering (mud, dust, Eastern Front conditions)• Suitable for beginner to intermediate modelers
Reference:• Scalemates (kit history & details): https://www.scalemates.com/kits/takom-8002-pzkpfw-iii-ausf-m--1256202
Shipping Info:• Ships securely packaged to protect box and contents• Combined shipping available on multiple items
