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08 February 2025

SEMOVENTE M43 DA 105/25 BASSOTTO 1:35 - COMING SOON

Dear Friends, we are pleased to present you with the first images of our new kit dedicated to the Semovente M43 da 105/25 "Bassotto".


Our 1:35 scale Italian military vehicle line, where Italeri is considered world-wide a reference point, continues to expand, with another "super scale model kit".
Here are some of the key features of the new kit, designed to ensure the highest level of realism and accuracy: new moulds, Metal gun barrel, “Link-and-length” tracks, Photo-etched parts, Decal sheet for 4 versions

Historical Profile
The M43 105/25 "Bassotto" self-propelled gun was developed by the Italian industry to enhance the offensive capabilities of the armored vehicles and self-propelled artillery of the Royal Italian Army. The M43 was based on the modified, widened, and lowered chassis of the M15/42 tank and was equipped with an Ansaldo 105/25 howitzer mounted in a casemate. Its armor and frontal shielding were also improved. It entered service in a limited number of units in 1943 and took part in operations on the Italian front. It is considered the most powerful Italian armored vehicle used during World War II, effective in both offensive and defensive actions due to a good balance of mobility and firepower. After Italy's armistice, several units were captured and successfully employed by German troops, who renamed the "Bassotto" as "StuG M43 mit 105/25."

The Semovente M43 da 105/25 "Bassotto" (kit 4714) will be available in the first week of March.


Attached, you will find a downloadable PDF with more information and details.

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