German Panzer III N--3rd Panzer Rgt 2nd Pz Div, The Battle of Kursk, 1943
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Item Number: KUR002
German Panzer III N--3rd Panzer Rgt 2nd Pz Div, The Battle of Kursk, 1943
During the Battle of Kursk, the Panzer III N was primarily used in support roles, engaging infantry, artillery, and lighter Soviet vehicles. Its limited armor and firepower made it less effective in direct tank-to-tank combat, especially in the face of the Soviet armored forces. The German offensive during the battle was hampered by the overwhelming numbers and quality of Soviet forces, and the Panzer III N's impact was overshadowed by more advanced tanks like the Panther and Tiger. Our version has full side and turret skirts for upgraded armor protection that are fully configurable for a variety of display options.
- Fully Rotating Turret
- Gun Barrel Raises and Lowers
- Antenna Raises/Lowered
- Optional AAMG Display (NOTE THAT THIS IS AN EXTRA/OPTIONAL PART WE ARE INCLUDING THAT WE WILL NOT SUPPORT)
- Full Hull and Turret Steel Shurtzen Skirts that are fully configurable - use some or all, your choice!
The Battle of Kursk, fought from July 5 to August 23, 1943, was a pivotal engagement during World War II and marked the largest tank battle in history. Located in the Kursk salient in western Russia, it involved massive confrontations between the Soviet Red Army and Nazi Germany's Wehrmacht. The battle began with a German offensive, Operation Citadel, aimed at encircling and destroying Soviet forces. However, the Soviets, forewarned and heavily fortified, repelled the attack with a robust defense and counterattacks. The battle saw the largest concentration of tanks, with thousands on each side, and was marked by fierce combat and extensive use of artillery and aircraft. The Soviet victory at Kursk not only thwarted the German strategic ambitions, but also marked the beginning of a sustained Soviet offensive that would eventually push the Axis forces back towards Berlin.
