Academy StuG IV Sd.Kfz.167 (1/35) 13522

Academy Plastic Model Kit StuG IV Sd.Kfz.167 Early (1/35) The Academy 1/35 StuG IV Sd.Kfz.167 Early represents the German assault gun variant developed from the Panzer IV chassis during World War II. Combining the mobility of the Panzer IV with the low silhouette and firepower of the StuG series, the StuG IV became a versatile vehicle for both offensive and defensive operations. 1/35 scale plastic model kit Detailed superstructure with rivets and weld seams Includes 7.5cm StuK 40 L/48 gun Link-and-length tracks with realistic detail Optional stowage and external equipment Authentic German Army markings History: The Sturmgeschütz IV (StuG IV) Sd.Kfz.167 was produced from December 1943 as a stopgap solution after Allied bombing disrupted StuG III production. Based on the Panzer IV chassis, it mounted the effective 7.5cm StuK 40 gun, making it capable of engaging both infantry and armoured targets. Deployed in both Eastern and Western fronts, the StuG IV proved reliable and deadly in defensive roles, where its low profile made it a difficult target. Over 1,000 units were built, solidifying its place as one of Germany’s important armoured fighting vehicles of the late war period.