StuH 42 Ausf. G Late Prod. 1:72 MiniArt 72120

Plastic military model for assembly: StuH 42 Ausf. G Late Prod. 1:72 MiniArt 72120

The plastic model for assembly StuH 42 Ausf. G Late Prod. in 1:72 scale from MiniArt is an excellent proposition for model-making enthusiasts and history buffs of World War II. This detailed model of a self-propelled howitzer reflects the late production version of the vehicle, which played a significant role in the Wehrmacht's military operations.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:72
• High detail of the model
• Includes photo-etched parts
• Transparent parts included

5 decal options:

• 325 StuG Brigade, Hungary, autumn 1944
• Undetermined unit, Hungary, winter 1944-1945
• StuG. Ers. und Ausb. Abt 500, Poznań, Poland, February 1945
• 301 StuG Brigade, Poland, Silesia, February 1945
• Undetermined unit, Belvedere, Italy, 1945

Historical background: Sturmhaubitze 42 (StuH 42) was a German assault gun used by the Wehrmacht during World War II. It was developed in response to the need for infantry support, as the Sturmgeschütz III (StuG III) was increasingly used for tank combat. The design was based on a modified version of the StuG III Ausf. E, equipped with a 10.5 cm assault howitzer 42, developed from the 10.5 cm light field howitzer 18.

Production of the StuH 42 began in 1942, and by the end of the war, approximately 1317 units were produced. This vehicle proved effective as an infantry support weapon, although its ability to destroy enemy tanks was limited due to moderate penetration and relatively low rate of fire.

Combat application: StuH 42s were integrated into existing assault gun batteries, according to documentation from November 1, 1942. Typically, each battery contained one platoon equipped with four StuH 42s. With its howitzer, the StuH 42 could deliver significantly more explosive material to the battlefield compared to the StuG III, making it an effective infantry support weapon.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.