Sturmgeschütz III Ausf. G (Late Edition) – 2 variants (Standard & Winter Tracks), Germany, WWII

The Sturmgeschütz III Ausf. G Late Edition represents the final and most widely produced version of the iconic Sturmgeschütz III . From late 1943 , the late G variant was manufactured with numerous improvements—including the characteristic "pig's head" mantlet (pot mantlet) for the cannon, additional side skirts (skirts) for protection against anti-tank weapons, and a reinforced machine gun with a protective shield on the roof.

This model contains two variants :

• Variant 1: The standard version with regular chains – ideal for scenarios in France, Italy or Germany.

• Variant 2: The winter version with wide winter tracks and optional snow camouflage , perfect for Eastern Front battles or the Battle of the Bulge.

Thanks to its realistic 1:56 scale design, this model is ideal for tabletop wargamers, collectors, and dioramas focusing on the late war years .

Areas of application:

• Eastern Front (1943–1945)

• Battle of the Bulge (1944)

• Defense of Germany (1944–1945)

• Italian campaign (1944)

For which country:

• Germany (Wehrmacht / later also Waffen-SS)

Classification:

• Tank destroyers & assault guns

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: Popular vehicle for late-war armies – high firepower and good defense.

• Flames of War: Robust anti-tank platform with high value in 1943–1945 lists.

• Chain of Command: Versatile for defensive and offensive scenarios.

Technical data:

• Crew: 4 men

• Length: 6.85 m

• Width: 2.95 m

• Height: 2.16 m

• Weight: approx. 23.9 t

• Armor: up to 80 mm front, additional armor + skirts

• Main armament: 7.5 cm StuK 40 L/48 with "Saukopf" mantlet

• Secondary armament: 1 × MG34 on roof with shield

• Engine: Maybach HL 120 TRM, 300 HP

• Speed: approx. 40 km/h

• Winter version: Wide winter chains, snow camouflage optional