Academy Plastic Model Kit
German Army Panzer III Ausf N “Afrika Korps” Medium Tank (1/35) 13567
This 1/35 scale Academy kit recreates the Panzer III Ausf N, a short-barrel variant of the iconic WWII German medium tank. Designed for infantry support, the Ausf N was deployed primarily on the Eastern Front and in North Africa as part of the Afrika Korps.
- Scale: 1/35
- Armed with a 75mm KwK 37 L/24 main gun
- Includes 7.92mm MG 34 machine gun
- Link & length track system for realistic detailing
- Includes photo-etch parts and optional jerry cans
- Choice of 5 marking options from German and Italian WWII forces
This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
Paints are shown for reference only; they may not be recommended in the manufacturer’s instructions and are to be used only as a guide. It is recommended that you conduct your own research to find the finish you want.
History: The Panzer III Ausf N was introduced in 1942 as a close-support variant of the successful Panzer III series. It featured a short-barrel 75mm gun suitable for high-explosive rounds, supporting infantry and other tanks during engagements. Though outdated as a frontline battle tank, the Ausf N remained in service with Panzer and Panzergrenadier units throughout the war, particularly in North Africa under Rommel’s Afrika Korps and on the Eastern Front. Its compact size, good mobility, and reliability made it a useful support vehicle despite the rapid evolution of tank warfare.
