The workhorse of early German conquests, the Panzer III provided the necessary speed and armament for blitzkrieg tactics. Mobilized by Erwin Rommel’s Afrikakorps, the Panzer III (and its variants) remained the most numerous German tank during the North African campaign. After Stalingrad and German defeat in North Africa, the Panzer III evolved to help replace German losses at major battles in Sicily and Kursk.
The Ausf M and N were both late-war variants of this iconic German tank. The Ausf M was fitted with a modified exhaust valve to allow the tank to ford rivers, a common occurrence in the campaign against the Soviet Union. It was also the last variant to be equipped with a 5 cm main gun. After 1943, most of the Panzer III assembly lines were converted to produce StuG IIIs, adapting to German defensive doctrine during the late years of the war.
Specifications:
Crew: 5
Engine: Maybach HL120TRM
Armament: 5cm KwK 39 L/60, 2x MG34 machine guns
Speed: 24 mph (40 km/h)
Range: 96 mi (155 km)
Features of the Panzer III Ausf M/N:
The Panzer III Ausf M/N add-on pack is designed to transform Brickmania’s Panzer III Ausf E kit into a late-war model Panzer III. Included are all of the additional parts and instructions needed to complete the transformation to the newer model. Upgrades include extra vehicle stowage, upgraded exhaust system, extra tracks, and upgraded main gun options. Also included are custom-printed PVC armored Schürzen for the vehicle hull and turret and an extensive camouflage sticker sheet.
Model statistics:
This custom model is designed by Daniel Siskind
Contains 99 LEGO®, Brickmania™ and BrickArms® elements
Recommended for Intermediate Level builders (4–6 years experience)
Includes full-color printed building instructions
1/35th scale to match other Brickmania models
All Brickmania model kits are made of new-condition LEGO bricks. This model comes disassembled and includes complete printed building instructions and comes packaged in a sealed box. This is a limited-edition kit and production may be discontinued at any time.
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