Global Top1/35 Military Miniature Series No.248
1/35 GERMAN TANK DESTROYER MARDER III
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Length: 174 mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.
In the summer of 1941, Germany's invasion of Russia was unfolding favorably for the Wehrmacht. However, German authorities began to notice the inferiority of their tanks and anti-tank weaponry to those of the Soviet army, such as the T34. To cope with this disparity they decided to: improve the Pz.Kpfw.III and Pz.Kpfw.IV tanks; develop new tanks; and increase production of the 7.5cm anti-tank cannon. Finally, as an interim solution, it was decided to improve captured Russian 7.62cm anti-tank cannons and deploy them for Wehrmacht use. These fearsome cannons could penetrate 83mm armor plating at a range of 1000m, but after improvement, could penetrate up to 122mm, and were renamed the 7.62cm Pak36(r) gun. Until the new tanks were ready for deployment, 7.62cm Pak36(r) guns were to be mounted on the chassis of obsolete Pz.Kpfw.II and Pz.Kpfw.38(t) tanks for the creation of a stopgap tank hunter. The 38(t) tanks were based on the LtVz.38 tank, which was developed for use by the Czech company CKD (later BMM) for the Czech army in 1938. In 1939, with the annexation of Czechoslovakia, this tank went into production for the Wehrmacht. The base Czech-made tank was combined with the Soviet 7.62cm Pak36(r) gun, resulting in the creation of the Wehrmacht's fearsome tank hunter, the Marder III Sd.Kfz.139. The turret base of the Pk.Kpfw.38(t) was removed and a 16mm steel plate was attached in its place. The Soviet 7.62cm Pak36(r) gun was mounted on that plate, 11mm armor plating installed to the front and sides, and massive stirrups immobilized the gun.
About the Model
★1/35 scale plastic assembly model kit based on the German Tank Destroyer Marder III. ★Overall length: 174mm ★Each detail of this fascinating fighting machine has been accurately reproduced for total modeling satisfaction. ★All the details of the fighting compartment (main gun plate, gun supports, ammunition rack, etc.) have been precisely recreated. ★Protective armor and sighting equipment moves with raising and lowering of main gun. ★Crew seats and large clamp for main gun can be modeled in the fighting or moving positions. ★Two crew figures are included in set. Five kinds of battlefield markings are included.
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In terms of sheer height, the Marder III towers above most other military vehicles. Tamiya has recreated this ominous war machine with outstanding accuracy. Two crew figures are also included, bringing a chilling "in the midst of battle" feeling to the kit.
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Five marking options give a choice of locations for the vehicle from the Eastern Front to North Africa. Tracks are belt-type parts.
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Weighty road wheels and suspension are depicted in outstanding detail. Main gun clamp can be modeled in either the fighting or moving position. A moveable machine gun is also included.
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Detailed renderings of the breech, sight, ammo racks and more add exceptional life to the model.
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Choose whether to recreate the hull-top hatches open or closed.
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Crew seats can be modeled in open or stowed position. Five kinds of battlefield markings are included, from the African to the Russian fronts.
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Four each of shells and cartridges are included.
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A unique parts breakdown
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This model's parts are broken down into panels just like those on the full size Marder III. Rivet details hint strongly at the Marder III's 38(t) tank roots.
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Expert detail abounds on sections like the ammo racks and basket, while the slanted upper hull armor and leaf spring suspension mirror closely that of the real thing.
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While simple in its parts breakdown, the Pak36(r) gives a highly realistic finish, and details such as the sight and the mini shield move in concert with gun elevation once the model is finished.
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Tamiya Colors required
Tamiya Color spray paints
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Tools & PaintsTS-3 DARK YELLOW
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ITEM No.85003 -
Tools & PaintsTS-4 GERMAN GREY
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ITEM No.85004
Tamiya Colors for brush and airbrush painting
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Tools & PaintsLP-27 GERMAN GRAY
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*Hull gray
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Tools & PaintsLP-54 DARK IRON
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*Use on tracks.
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Tools & PaintsLP-55 DARK YELLOW 2
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*Can be used as an alternative to Dark yellow.
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Tools & PaintsLP-56 DARK GREEN 2
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*Can be used as an alternative to Dark green.
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Tools & PaintsLP-57 RED BROWN 2
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*Can be used as an alternative to Red brown.
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Tools & PaintsLP-3 FLAT BLACK
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Tools & PaintsLP-4 FLAT WHITE
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Tools & PaintsLP-5 SEMI GLOSS BLACK
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Tools & PaintsLP-61 METALLIC GRAY
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Tools & PaintsLP-66 FLAT FLESH
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ITEM No.82166
Tamiya Colors for brush and airbrush painting
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-60 DARK YELLOW
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*Hull camouflage
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-61 DARK GREEN
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*Hull camouflage
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-64 RED BROWN
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*Hull camouflage
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-63 GERMAN GREY
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*Hull gray
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Tools & PaintsACRYLIC MINI XF-88 DARK YELLOW 2
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*Can be used as an alternative to Dark yellow.
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Tools & PaintsACRYLIC MINI XF-89 DARK GREEN 2
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*Can be used as an alternative to Dark green.
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Tools & PaintsACRYLIC MINI XF-90 RED BROWN 2
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*Can be used as an alternative to Red brown.
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-5 GREEN
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-10 GUN METAL
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-12 GOLD LEAF
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-18 SEMI GLOSS BLACK
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-1 FLAT BLACK
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-2 FLAT WHITE
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-15 FLAT FLESH
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-56 METALLIC GREY
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-65 FIELD GREY
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-84 DARK IRON
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ITEM No.0XF84
Useful finishing materials
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR (BLACK)
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR (BROWN)
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR （DARK BROWN）
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Tools & PaintsPANEL LINE ACCENT COLOR (DARK GRAY)
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Tools & PaintsFIGURE ACCENT COLOR (PINK-BROWN)
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Tools & PaintsACCENT COLOR (ORANGE-BROWN)
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ITEM No.87209
Recreating mud and dirt
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER A SET (SAND/LIGHT SAND/MUD)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER B SET (SNOW/SOOT/RUST)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER C SET (ORANGE RUST/GUN METAL/SILVER)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER D SET (BURNT BLUE/BURNT RED/OIL STAIN)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER E SET (DRYBRUSH EFFECT YELLOW/GRAY/GREEN)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER F SET (TITANIUM/ LIGHT GUN METAL/COPPER)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER G SET (FOR FIGURES I)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING MASTER H SET (FOR FIGURES II)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (MUD)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (SNOW)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (SAND)
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA WEATHERING STICK (LIGHT EARTH)
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ITEM No.87087
Protecting your model from dust and dirt
Information is current as of November 27, 2020. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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