Takom 8005 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N mit schürzen 1/35 – Plastic Model Kit

Takom 8005 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N mit schürzen is a high-quality plastic model of a German tank, made in the popular 1/35 scale. It is a faithfully reproduced model of the Panzerkampfwagen III Ausführung N with characteristic side skirts (Schürzen), recreating a vehicle used by German forces during World War II. The kit is dedicated to historical modeling enthusiasts who appreciate detailed craftsmanship and authenticity.

Brief Historical Overview of the Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N Tank

The Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N tank, produced from 1942, was the last version of the popular "panzer III" designed mainly as support for armored formations. Equipped with a short-barreled 75 mm KwK 37 L/24 gun, it was effective in combat against fortifications and infantry. The armor skirts, called Schürzen, were intended to increase protection against anti-tank projectiles and shaped charge ammunition. This model was widely used on the Eastern Front, in North Africa during Afrika Korps operations, as well as on the Western Front. Its peak period of use was the years 1942-1944.

Takom 8005 Model Specifications

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal size for detailed rendition of features and easy display in a showcase.
• User country: Germany, Wehrmacht during World War II.
• Material: high-quality plastic; sharply molded parts, distinct panel lines and rivets.
• Accessories: complete side skirts (schürzen) and detailed interior and exterior hull elements.
• Expandability: compatible with aftermarket accessories such as metal barrels, photo-etched grills, or resin upgrade sets.
• Contents: glue and paints not included.
• Category: plastic model kit.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The Takom 8005 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N mit schürzen model is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 3/5). Numerous small parts and detailed skirts require precision and patience, making it perfect for hobbyists seeking to improve their skills. The model is characterized by excellent quality, perfect parts fit, and authentically stamped details typical for German armor of the World War II era.

The kit is perfect both for building historical dioramas and as a standalone display in a collection of armored vehicles. Thanks to its precision and wealth of detail, it is recommended to every military history enthusiast and fans of German armored vehicles from the 1940s.