ACA13545 - Academy 1/35 Panzer III Ausf.F - Battle of Kursk

The Panzer III Ausf. F was one of the improved early-war variants of Germany’s Panzer III medium tank, developed to enhance combat effectiveness during the escalating armoured battles of World War II. Featuring upgraded armour protection and the 5 cm KwK 38 L/42 gun (later L/60 in field upgrades), the Ausf. F represented a key step in the evolution of the Panzer III before heavier Allied armour forced further redesigns. During Operation Citadel at the Battle of Kursk in 1943, Panzer IIIs still formed a significant part of German Panzer divisions, where they operated alongside Panzer IVs in large-scale armoured engagements on the Eastern Front.

Academy’s 1/35 scale kit accurately recreates this historic vehicle in its Kursk configuration with finely detailed exterior moulding, realistic suspension layout, and historically inspired markings.

Box Contents:

• Injection-moulded plastic sprues
• Detailed Panzer III Ausf. F tank model in 1/35 scale
• Finely engraved hull and turret surface detail
• Realistic suspension, road wheels, and drive sprockets
• Link-and-length track system for accurate track sag
• Optional open or closed hatches
• Side skirt armour components included (where applicable to configuration)
• Detailed 5 cm main gun assembly
• Exterior stowage and equipment parts
• Waterslide decals with Battle of Kursk and Eastern Front markings
• Illustrated assembly instructions