German - Panzer III Ausf.G

The German Panzer III Ausf. G was an improved early-war variant of the Panzer III series, entering service in 1940 with enhancements aimed at increasing battlefield effectiveness. It retained the 3.7cm KwK 36 main gun and twin MG34s but introduced thicker armour, with the frontal protection increased to 30–50mm depending on factory updates. The Ausf. G also refined the torsion-bar suspension and drivetrain introduced on the Ausf. E/F models, improving reliability and cross-country performance. Powered by the Maybach HL 120 TRM engine, it could reach speeds of up to 40 km/h, allowing it to operate effectively in mobile warfare.

The Ausf. G saw extensive service during the Battle of France, the Balkans campaign, and the early stages of Operation Barbarossa. While its 3.7cm gun soon proved inadequate against heavier Allied tanks, the Panzer III Ausf. G remained valuable due to its reliability, good optics, and balanced design. Many vehicles were later upgraded in the field with additional armour plates or retrofitted 5cm guns, extending their service life as the war progressed.

Multi part resin model.

Printed by Imperator Models on License from Wargame 3D.