Hobby Boss 80169 Marder III Ausf.M Tank Destroyer Sd.Kfz.138 Early 1/35 – Plastic Model Kit

The Hobby Boss 80169 Marder III Ausf.M Tank Destroyer Sd.Kfz.138 Early model is an exceptional offering for advanced military modelers reproducing armored vehicles from World War II. The kit is made in a precise 1/35 scale, allowing for an accurate representation of the vehicle’s details in miniature. Designed for enthusiasts of German military technology, this version of the vehicle was used by the Wehrmacht during the most important campaigns of World War II.

The Marder III Ausf.M was one of the most effective and most widely produced German tank destroyers. It was based on the chassis of the Czech Pz.Kpfw. 38(t) tank, and was mainly used on the Eastern and Western fronts from 1943 until the end of the war. The model presents the “Early” version, equipped with characteristic construction details appropriate for that period.

Product specifications:

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Germany (Third Reich, Wehrmacht)
• Period of use: World War II (1943–1945)
• Material: plastic; includes extras – metal gun barrel and photo-etched parts (1 sheet)
• Number of parts: 500+
• Number of sprues: 10 + lower hull tub
• Dimensions of finished model: length 148.2 mm, width 61 mm
• Release year: 2017

The model belongs to the category of plastic model kits. Excellent material quality, detailed reproduction, and the inclusion of a metal gun barrel make it exceptionally realistic. The addition of photo-etched parts highlights the high value of the set for those who appreciate authenticity and detail – for example, armor embossing or delicate handles.

Recommendation:

This product is especially recommended for enthusiasts of historical armored vehicles and modelers seeking to enrich their collection with a faithfully recreated Wehrmacht tank destroyer. It is also ideal for those participating in model contests. Due to the large number of parts and advanced production technologies, we rate the build difficulty level at 4/5. The set is not recommended for beginners but works perfectly for intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to create an impressive diorama or a realistic replica of a World War II vehicle.