First To Fight 123 - September 1939 - 1:72 15 cm sIG 33 heavy infantry gun with wooden wheels and Stielgranate 42

German 15 cm sIG 33 infantry gun with wooden wheels and Stielgranate 42 in 1:72 scale

The First To Fight 123 kit depicts the German heavy infantry gun 15 cm sIG 33 (schweres Infanteriegeschütz 33) in 1:72 scale. The model represents the early version with wooden wheels, as used during the September 1939 campaign. The kit also includes the distinctive Stielgranate 42 hollow-charge round, allowing a realistic combat configuration.

Kit contents:

• Plastic parts to build the 15 cm sIG 33 infantry gun
• Optional assembly in wooden-wheel configuration
• Parts for the Stielgranate 42 projectile
• Assembly instructions
• Historical leaflet (September 1939 series)

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Catalogue number: 123
• Manufacturer: First To Fight
• Series: September 1939
• Difficulty level: beginner

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

Building process:

First To Fight kits are designed for quick and straightforward assembly, making them ideal for beginner modelers. Their accurate details and included historical information make them excellent for both collection purposes and dioramas depicting the 1939 campaign.

Recommended tools:

• Model knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Paintbrushes or airbrush
• Plastic cement
• Paints matching Wehrmacht color schemes

About the 15 cm sIG 33 infantry gun:

The 15 cm sIG 33 was the standard heavy infantry gun of the German Wehrmacht during World War II. Introduced in 1933, it provided fire support for infantry units with its high-explosive shells. Early versions were equipped with wooden wheels, allowing horse or vehicle towing. The gun could fire a wide range of ammunition, including high-explosive, smoke, and the Stielgranate 42 hollow-charge projectile, which improved effectiveness against fortifications and armored targets.

Technical data of the original weapon:

• Caliber: 149.1 mm
• Barrel length: 11 calibers
• Weight: approx. 1,800 kg
• Maximum range: 4,700 m
• Crew: 5–8 men
• Ammunition: HE, smoke, hollow-charge rounds, Stielgranate 42

First To Fight – the manufacturer:

First To Fight is a Polish model manufacturer known for its “September 1939” series, which combines historical background with model kits. Each box includes plastic models, historical notes, and is designed for quick assembly, making them popular among collectors and history enthusiasts alike.