Hobby Boss 80168 Marder III Ausf.M Tank Destroyer Sd.Kfz.138 Late 1/35

Hobby Boss 80168 Marder III Ausf.M Tank Destroyer Sd.Kfz.138 Late 1/35

The Hobby Boss 80168 model kit depicts the German tank destroyer Marder III Ausf.M Tank Destroyer Sd.Kfz.138 Late in 1/35 scale. The featured vehicle was based on the Geschützwagen 38(t) Ausf. M chassis and represented the most advanced and refined version of the Marder series. Developed during World War II, it entered service with German armored and anti-tank units from spring 1943 until the end of the conflict in 1945. It was most commonly seen on the Eastern and Western fronts as well as in Italy.

The Marder III Ausf.M was armed with a powerful 7.5 cm Pak 40 anti-tank gun, making it a formidable weapon against Soviet and Allied armored vehicles. The redesigned layout—with the engine repositioned to the center of the hull—allowed for a significantly lower profile, improved protection, and enhanced functionality of the fighting compartment. The rear of the fighting compartment was enclosed up to the crew's waist, thus increasing survivability, although the vehicle remained open-topped for rapid gun and ammunition handling.

• Country of use: Third Reich (Germany), World War II
• Scale: 1/35
• Material: High-quality plastic + metal barrel
• Kit contents: Over 500 plastic parts, 10 sprues, photo-etched parts, metal barrel, lower hull tub, clear instructions
• Add-ons: Metal barrel, photo-etched parts for realistic detail reproduction
• Category: Plastic model kit (military vehicle model kit)
• Model dimensions: length 148.2 mm, width 61 mm
• Number of parts: over 500
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for experienced modelers due to advanced details and a large number of small parts.

Hobby Boss 80168 is strongly recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking an accurate representation of armored vehicles from World War II. The kit allows you to build a highly detailed replica of the Marder III Ausf.M, valued by collectors and enthusiasts of German armored vehicles. The metal barrel and photo-etched add-ons ensure the highest quality and detail realism. It’s also a great option for dioramas depicting various war theaters from 1943 to 1945.

Assembling this model is highly satisfying and teaches precision in working with small components. The product is a great choice for military enthusiasts and will perfectly complement any 1/35 scale military model collection.