Academy 13567 - 1:35 German Panzer III Ausf. N Afrika Korps

1:35 scale model kit of the German Panzer III Ausf. N Afrika Korps tank

The Academy 13567 kit features a detailed model of the German Panzer III Ausf. N, used by the Afrika Korps during the North African campaign of World War II. This variant was equipped with a short-barreled 7.5 cm KwK 37 gun, designed primarily for infantry support. These tanks operated in harsh desert conditions, where reliability and mobility were essential.

• Plastic model kit in 1:35 scale
• German Panzer III Ausf. N tank
• Afrika Korps desert camouflage
• Detailed hull and turret components
• Armament: 7.5 cm KwK 37 gun
• Decals included

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:35
• Model length: approx. 15.4 cm
• Manufacturer: Academy
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly required.

Assembly

The model requires assembly and painting. Parts should be carefully removed, cleaned, and test-fitted before gluing. Desert camouflage and weathering techniques will enhance the realism of the finished model.

Required tools

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Brushes
• Plastic cement
• Model paints

About the Panzer III Ausf. N:

The Panzer III was one of the main German tanks in the early years of World War II. The Ausf. N variant was a later version equipped with a short-barreled 75 mm gun intended for infantry support and engaging fortified positions. These tanks were deployed by the Afrika Korps in North Africa, where they had to operate in harsh desert environments with high temperatures and dust.

Original vehicle technical data:

• Length: approx. 5.4 m
• Crew: 5
• Armament: 7.5 cm KwK 37 gun
• Engine: Maybach HL120 TRM

About Academy:

Academy is a South Korean manufacturer of plastic model kits, known for its wide range of subjects and solid quality. Their kits are popular among both beginner and more advanced modelers.