Sturer Emil – 12.8 cm Selbstfahrlafette auf VK 30.01(H) (German)

Description

The Sturer Emil, officially known as the 12.8 cm Selbstfahrlafette auf VK 30.01(H), was a German prototype tank destroyer developed during World War II. It was armed with a powerful 12.8 cm PaK 40 L/61 gun, mounted on a modified VK 30.01(H) chassis. Only two prototypes were built, and they saw limited action on the Eastern Front.

The Sturer Emil was notable for its long range firepower and ability to destroy heavily armoured Soviet tanks. However, its open-top design left the crew vulnerable to enemy fire and harsh weather conditions. Both prototypes were eventually lost in combat.

• Country/Army: German
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: Flyde Armouries
• All models are produced under license with the original designer.
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown due to material availability and differences in batches.
• Photos show 28mm models unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These may be sourced from a different designer to the one noted above and the model may differ in details such as lacking camo netting, stowage, having a chunkier weapon barrel, tracks etc.