Panzer III was the common name of a medium tank that was developed in the 1930s by Germany and was used extensively in World War II. The official German designation was Panzerkampfwagen III translating as ?armored battle vehicle?. From 1942, the Panzer III mounted the 7.5 KwK 37 L/24 gun, better suited for infantry support. In June of 1942, the Panzerkampfwagen III SD Kfz.141 tank entered production. 653 were introduced by Daimler-Benz, MAN, Alkett, Henschel, Wegmann, MNH and MIAG until December of 1942. This book is a complete illustrated history of this formidable tank and is the definitive reference source for all amour modelers. 120 colour photographs 13 colour profiles 26 colour 3D plates
