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Looking for a Sturmgeschütz III Cupola
Posted: Sat May 09, 2020 3:23 pm
by BarryC
Hi Folks,
I'm looking for a Mato or HL Stug Cupola.
I researching my Pz IV build, still undecided as to whether I'll do an Ausf. F or a very late J.
TIA,
Barry
Re: Looking for a Sturmgeschütz III Cupola
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 12:21 am
by Estnische
I should have one if you can’t find one in the US.
Re: Looking for a Sturmgeschütz III Cupola
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 12:29 am
by 43rdRecceReg
I built the Tamiya Ausf.J- and it was almost a labour of love.
The very late Ausf.Js had only three return rollers- a very distinctive feature- and one, which when added to the other simplifications caused by economy and necessity, could make for a standout version.
Re: Looking for a Sturmgeschütz III Cupola
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 1:37 am
by BarryC
43rdRecceReg wrote:I built the Tamiya Ausf.J- and it was almost a labour of love.
The very late Ausf.Js had only three return rollers- a very distinctive feature- and one, which when added to the other simplifications caused by economy and necessity, could make for a standout version.
That is precisely what I am considering.

The version that was used as an fully tracked, armored forward artillery observation tank. It also has a number of added antennas for the purpose. I have some excellent drawings showing the "simplifications" and other changes.
I will likely scratch build the cupola but looking for for a physical reference. I will be picking up the 1/35 Rye Field Models late J which includes many of the changes including the cupola.
Barry
Re: Looking for a Sturmgeschütz III Cupola
Posted: Sun May 10, 2020 1:39 am
by BarryC
Estnische wrote:I should have one if you can’t find one in the US.
Thank you sir!
I only need it as a "scale" reference and may just reference the 1/35 piece in the RFM kit.
Barry