Tank Craft 40: Panzer III German Army Light Tank (eBook)

The Pzkpfw III tank was the backbone of Panzer divisions during the Blitzkrieg period, forming the bulk of armored forces deployed in North Africa. Despite being less heavily armored than some opponents, it was robust and dependable, with a main armament equal to any enemy weapon. Operating in one of Earth's harshest environments, the Pzkpfw III led dramatic advances in 1941 and defensive efforts in 1942 across the vast Libyan desert. This TankCraft series volume concludes the tank's North African service, examining models involved from the retreat from El Alamein to the surrender of the last Axis forces in Tunisia in May 1943. Using archive photos and meticulously researched color illustrations, it explores the Pzkpfw III and the units that operated this renowned armored vehicle during North Africa's final battles. A key section showcases available model kits and aftermarket products, accompanied by a gallery of beautifully crafted and painted models in various scales. Technical details and field modifications are also examined, providing all modellers need to recreate accurate representations of these historic tanks.