Flames of War: Panzer III Tank Platoon - German World War II armour. BATTLE FRONT GBX199

Flames of War: Panzer III Tank Platoon Product Contents

The Panzer III Tank Platoon for Flames of War allows you to field five iconic German armored fighting vehicles from the early stages of World War II. This kit provides dual-build options, allowing you to construct either five Panzer III Ausf. E or F medium tanks armed with 3.7cm main guns, or five StuG assault guns mounted on the same Panzer III chassis.

The Panzer III was originally conceived as the backbone of Germany's early armored divisions. The Ausf. E and F variants featured 30mm of all-around hull and turret armor, a 3.7cm KwK36 main gun, and reliable mobility designed to keep pace with motorized spearheads. Conversely, the turretless StuG assault gun was developed to provide direct heavy fire support for infantry, featuring a short-barrel 7.5cm gun exceptionally effective against entrenched positions.

This dual build capability makes this box set an extremely versatile addition for German Flames of War players, offering the flexibility to build a traditional turreted tank platoon or an infantry-support assault gun battery.

How to Deploy the Panzer III Tank Platoon in Flames of War

The Panzer III provides speed, mobility, and essential armored support for early-war German forces. Its 3.7cm gun—derived from the PaK36 anti-tank weapon—was specifically designed to defeat light and medium enemy armor encountered during the early campaigns of World War II. Combined with decent speed and crew ergonomics, it serves as a quintessential representation of early blitzkrieg armor.

Opting for the StuG build alters your tactical approach. By sacrificing a rotating turret to mount a larger 7.5cm gun directly in the hull, the StuG excels as a low-profile infantry support platform. Its high-explosive capacity is tailor-made for leveling enemy bunkers, machine gun nests, and dug-in infantry positions, while retaining anti-armor capability.

Your chosen assembly option dictates the tactical role of your platoon on the table. The Panzer III offers classic, mobile tank combat, whereas the StuG provides heavily armored direct support for advancing grenadiers. Consult your Flames of War army books and force diagrams to field them in your matches.

The Panzer III and StuG in World War II

The Panzer III was designed from the outset to spearhead armored combat for the Wehrmacht. In its Ausf. E and F variants, the balance of 30mm armor plate and the 3.7cm gun offered strong combat effectiveness across early European campaigns, while its high road speed allowed armored divisions to execute rapid encirclements.

The development of the StuG assault gun addressed a critical need for mobile, armored infantry support. By mounting a heavy 7.5cm gun onto the proven Panzer III chassis, German engineers created a low-profile vehicle capable of delivering heavy high-explosive bombardments right alongside frontline infantry assaults.

Both vehicles showcase complementary doctrines of German armored warfare: the Panzer III as a dedicated turreted dogfighter, and the StuG as a compact assault platform. This kit lets you recreate either historical doctrine for your tabletop army.

Box Contents

• 5 Plastic Miniatures (Buildable as either Panzer III 3.7cm tanks or StuG Assault Guns)

Assembly and Painting

The models are supplied unassembled and unpainted. High-quality plastic model cement and acrylic paints are required to assemble and finish your vehicles prior to gameplay.

Finish your vehicles using authentic early-war German Panzer Grey (Dunkelgrau) paint schemes. Adding tactical markings, iron cross decals, and light weathering around the tracks and chassis will give your platoon an authentic, battle-tested appearance on the gaming mat.

Recommended Similar Games and Products

• Panzer IV Tank Platoons: Expand your German armored company with heavier medium tank options.
• German Infantry Platoons: Essential foot soldiers to advance alongside your StuG assault guns in combined-arms operations.
• German Anti-Tank Gun Platoon: Provide dedicated long-range anti-armor cover to protect your tanks.
• German Artillery Batteries: Add heavy off-table or direct indirect fire support to complete your World War II army list.

Choose your build configuration and add the Panzer III Tank Platoon to your Flames of War collection. Assemble five Panzer IIIs or five StuGs and prepare your German forces for historical World War II battles!