{"product_id":"panzerkampfwagen-iii-ausf-l-sd-kfz-141-1-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","title":"Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.L (Sd.Kfz 141\/1)  1:48 Model Kit by Tamiya","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuild one of Germany's most important medium tanks of the Second World War with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTamiya Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.L (Sd.Kfz.141\/1) 1:48 Model Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This highly detailed kit accurately recreates the Ausf.L variant, featuring finely moulded plastic parts, realistic armour details and authentic German Army markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith Tamiya's renowned engineering and excellent fit, this kit offers an enjoyable building experience for WWII armour enthusiasts, military vehicle collectors and diorama builders alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer: Tamiya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVehicle: Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.L (Sd.Kfz.141\/1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinely detailed plastic parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetailed hull, turret and suspension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional armour details accurately represented\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic German Army decal options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue and paints not included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlastic model kit parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIllustrated assembly instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Original Vehicle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Snapshot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePanzerkampfwagen III Ausf.L (Sd.Kfz.141\/1)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e was a later production variant of Germany's Panzer III medium tank, developed to counter increasingly capable Allied and Soviet armoured vehicles during the Second World War. Introduced in 1942, the Ausf.L incorporated improved protection and battlefield refinements while retaining the proven mobility and reliability of earlier Panzer III variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ausf.L featured increased frontal armour protection, with additional spaced armour plates added to the hull and turret to improve resistance against enemy anti-tank weapons. It was armed with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5cm KwK 39 L\/60 gun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing significantly improved anti-armour capability compared with earlier Panzer III models. This weapon was effective against many Allied and Soviet tanks encountered during the period, although later enemy designs would eventually outclass it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Panzer III formed the backbone of German armoured divisions during the early years of the war, serving alongside the Panzer IV in campaigns across \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorth Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern Front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its reliable chassis, excellent crew layout and balanced design made it a versatile combat vehicle capable of supporting infantry and engaging enemy armour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy the time the Ausf.L entered service, German forces were facing increasingly powerful opponents, particularly on the Eastern Front. Although the Panzer III was gradually replaced by more heavily armed vehicles such as the Panther and Tiger, it continued to serve effectively in reconnaissance, infantry support and secondary combat roles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Panzer III remained in production until 1943, with more than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5,000 vehicles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e built across all variants. Today, it is recognised as one of the most important German tanks of the Second World War and a key step in the evolution of armoured warfare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a plastic model kit and requires assembly. Glue, paints and modelling tools are sold separately. Due to the small parts and detailed assembly involved, this kit is recommended for experienced beginners and above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SCH Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60215153885518,"sku":"32524","price":25.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/3360\/5198\/files\/32524_1.jpg?v=1784988587","url":"https:\/\/schmodels.co.uk\/products\/panzerkampfwagen-iii-ausf-l-sd-kfz-141-1-1-48-model-kit-by-tamiya","provider":"SCH Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}