Tamiya 1/35 Strumgeschutz III Ausf. B Sd.Kfz.142

Product Description

The Tamiya 1/35 Sturmgeschütz III Ausf. B Sd.Kfz.142 is a highly detailed representation of Germany’s early-war assault gun, built on the reliable Panzer III chassis. Designed to support infantry with direct firepower, the StuG III quickly proved itself as one of the most effective and widely used armored vehicles of WWII.

This kit captures the early Ausf. B variant, featuring the distinctive short-barreled 7.5cm StuK 37 L/24 gun and low-profile superstructure. The model includes finely molded surface details such as weld seams, bolt heads, and subtle armor textures, giving it a realistic out-of-the-box appearance.

Tamiya’s engineering ensures a smooth build, with excellent fit and logical part breakdown. The suspension and road wheels are well detailed, and the link-and-length track system offers a great balance between realism and ease of assembly.

The compact size and early-war configuration make this kit ideal for Poland, France, or early Eastern Front dioramas, especially in classic Panzer Gray (Dunkelgrau) schemes. Decal options typically include early Wehrmacht units, providing flexibility for historical builds.

This is an excellent kit for beginners due to its straightforward construction, while still offering enough detail for experienced modelers to enhance with weathering or aftermarket upgrades.

Key Features

• 1/35 scale German WWII assault gun

• Early-war Ausf. B variant (Sd.Kfz. 142)

• Short-barreled 75mm gun (L/24)

• Crisp surface detail with weld seams and rivets

• Link-and-length tracks for realistic look

• Compact size—great for dioramas

• Classic Tamiya fit and build quality

• First released as a modern tooling in 2005