Aber 35A051 Osłony boczne do Sturmgeschutz IV (1/35)

The Aber 35A051 set is a high-quality photo-etched side skirt kit dedicated to the German self-propelled gun Sturmgeschütz IV in 1/35 scale. This product was created by the renowned Polish company Aber, known for its precision craftsmanship and attention to detail in World War II military model replicas.

Purpose and Historical Accuracy

The Sturmgeschütz IV (StuG IV) was a German assault gun used in the final phase of World War II (1943–1945). This vehicle was introduced to the Wehrmacht mainly as infantry support and to counter enemy armored vehicles. Side skirts, known as “Schürzen”, were installed after 1943 to provide additional protection against anti-tank rounds and handheld anti-tank grenade launchers (e.g., RPGs). Thanks to these skirts, the model achieves historical accuracy, capturing the distinctive look of late-war German armored vehicles.

Materials and Set Contents

The set is made from the highest quality photo-etched metal sheets, which ensures precise details and a very realistic reproduction of the thin, metal side skirts. The product contains no plastic or resin parts—everything is based on detailed metal pieces meant for mounting on the model. This allows the modeler to achieve a highly realistic final effect, impossible to reach using standard plastic parts included in base kits.

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: Germany, Wehrmacht
• Period of use: World War II (1943–1945)
• Mounting: dedicated for Sturmgeschütz IV models
• Material: photo-etched metal
• Category: plastic model accessories, photo-etched details

Who do we recommend this product for?

The Aber 35A051 kit is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to increase the realism of their Sturmgeschütz IV replica by adding authentic metal details. The assembly difficulty is rated at 3/5 – it requires basic experience working with photo-etched metal parts and the use of cyanoacrylate (CA) glue.

Aber’s side skirts will make your model stand out on any diorama or in a collection, helping you achieve a professional end result and satisfaction from your own handiwork. It’s the perfect choice for enthusiasts of German armored vehicles from World War II who care about every detail and the realism of their scale modeling projects.