Das Werk 1/16 Panzer III Ausf J Complete Build ( DAK North Africa version )

[@andygorman858]

Oh man, a good ole fashioned Andy build, haven’t seen one in ages, loved every minute of this one! Can’t wait to see the next one…..and see how much paint it will take! Thanks so much for sharing this 😉

[@dotdashdotdash]

yes, I used to like his build vids, but he seems to just do box reviews now

[@andygorman858]

@@dotdashdotdash I know, the reviews are ok and all but the builds are the best….seeing it being built , and seeing any issues that might appear are far more informative than how many spruces are in the box I think. Maybe this year we will get more build vids?

[@statoilbensin2190]

@@andygorman858 I dont think so.

[@nooneimportant666]

@@andygorman858 He doesn’t mention any of the plethora of issues with this kit. It’s genuinely horrible to build

[@andygorman858]

@@nooneimportant666 that’s a pity…..I always though Das Werk kits were supposed to be one of the best for larger kits?

[@alanmoffat4454]

NOW THIS IS A VERY GOOD SIZE KIT FOR OLD HANDS CHEERS ANDY .

[@sentinurse]

Hi Andy! Thank you for stocking your shelves with Gundam kits! I’m the guy who bought a gunpla kit earlier with my wife! I’ll be frequenting your shop from now on! God speed!

[@marcellmolnar8228]

Very good!

[@davidshepherd397]

Hi Andy, just bought this kit with Black Friday Tracks, and a 1 35 scale A7. thanks for this video, it give me more confidence for when I do the build. I found a photo of a Panzer iii long barrel & the extra armor on the turret.

[@jonfoisy1237]

Great kit. I plan on ordering one. Just one note on your procedure for gluing the suspension solid. If you use a level on the tank. You must first make sure that your work bench is also level.

[@3041Markov]

The 1/16 Stug ruined 1/35 for me. I can't go back to 1mm photoetch anymore. Looking forward to Das Werk putting out more of these.

[@Narcrate140]

so true

[@Basedweaboo]

I got into model kits via a 1/16th scale prebuilt tiger I saw. Grandpa decided to get me a 28mm tiger and despite me having the build and paint it I loved it. Still always wanted to pick up a large tank. I might just need to pick one of these up :)

[@simonfaure9694]

Just acquired one from another modeller and this is my first 1/16 and it looks like a seriously solid kit with my eyesight starting to go I can see that 1/16 is the way to go!

[@roadweary5252]

This thing is a beast. Absolutely love it! Well done, Andy

[@Scott-hh3gh]

I'm working on this kit now and there are some fit issues with it. The side hatches being one of them along with the barrel which does not align with the breech assembly. Once it's all assembled, it won't be noticeable and, the crew members I have for it will be sitting in the open hatches and block the interior view of the breech which takes care of both issues. It is an impressive model and I'm enjoying building it, but you do need to be careful in following the instructions which can be vague regarding locations of some parts. Andy's video build on this kit was helpful on several which I referred to several times. I would certainly consider buying another due to the various decal schemes you can use.

[@doublenickelbob]

Super build Andy, will have to put this on my wish list. Keep the great vids coming and I'll keep watching.

[@americanpatriot2422]

Outstanding video and presentation. Can't wait until it arrives from Andy's.

[@snortham1]

Thanks!

[@pnkfld7892]

I ordered this and the Stug today. I'm SO EXCITEd!!

[@djmelia9719]

The fit of the kit looks superb-good job Andy!

[@nooneimportant666]

The kit has terrible fits due to super tight tolerances. I’m building the kit at the moment and nothing fits or works like it should except for the tracks . Even the pe doesn’t fit properly Andy never shows the gruesome parts or no one would buy it…. I know I’d rather have my £120 back than carry on with this piece of crap 💩

[@clintm6551]

Can't wait for mine to arrive! Thanks Andy, great video!

[@way2sh0rt07grad]

I'd love to get one of these and display it next to my 1/16 BF-109G. The size comparison would be spectacular.

[@keithcourter5148]

Hi Andy what a great video keep up the great work

[@MGB-learning]

Outstanding video and presentation. I can't wait to get the Panzer III I order from Andy's Hobby Headquarters.

[@billmannering5381]

That really is a good track design. Bully for das werk

[@creightonleerose582]

MAN! -Those are some GORGEOUS figure sculps!!! There is just >SO MUCH TALENT< out there when it comes to 1/35th & larger figure sculptors! -Not to mention the sheer talent(s) attention to DETAIL & expertise when it comes to model companies leadership, Design/field teams-(Measuring stick/camera peoples;)-, CAD people, box art artists, technical folks & model Co. employees that make all this happen FOR US!! ~We are >VERY FORTUNATE< to have the ridiculous assortment of Vendors/kits/tools/after-market sets we've been given!...;)

[@galdalet5725]

A nice model Andy, thank you for share. All the best mate.

[@jackdanielsamarreto]

Good morning Andy model looks lovely 👍👍👍

[@GrimGunRenegade]

Hey andy, love your work!

[@paullynch8316]

I love the German North Afrika military stuff I used to have airfix 1/32 soldiers years ago in 70s I now collect DiD 1/6 figures and Soldier Story 1/6 I have 2 trumpeter 1/16 panther G new in box not opened yet

[@cliverockability3829]

My favourite tank. Will definitely build this.

[@cliverockability3829]

Looked into my copy of The encyclopedia of German Tanks of World War Two by Peter Chamnerlain and Hilary Doyle. If you go the the Panzer III Ausf J, there is on plate 199 a picture of a Panzer III with the L42 and the extra armour on both hull front and Mantlet and judging by the terrain and the Tommy examining the vehicle it is definitely North Africa. The Book is an excellent reference.

[@jxvolker]

Great build, Andy. I notice your production values are increasing as well. I await this model patiently.

[@kirishima638]

So big! I had some RC tanks at this scale. The problem is that at this scale the paint job has to be top notch.

[@richardklug822]

While other manufacturers have produced 1/16 kits of the Pz.I, Pz.IV, Panther and Tigers, no one AFAIK has yet produced a Pz.II F or G. PLEASE convince your friends at Das Werk to do one of those next!

[@tomcat2395]

Oh wow, I need this kit. Wont we out in the UK until April apparently

[@allanrichards3752]

That's a good looking kit. Back in the 80's and 90's I made the Tamiya 1/16th scale RC model tanks just to get large scale models. A bit expensive though and there were a lot of compromises for the RC to work. I also have the 1/15 scale Bandai Tiger 1, Panzer & Stug IV and Hummel kits that they did back in the day. I even got another Stug IV to convert to a Stug III. The other old large kit is the Imai 1/16 Elephant. I got one back in the early 90's but they are very rare and expensive kits now. I was just wondering how this kit sits if you want working suspension. If it needs some weights then I think Das Werk should either supply them or advise on the weight required (say using batteries).

[@nooneimportant666]

The suspension doesn’t actually work properly due to extremely tight fit tolerances… I’m building this kit at the moment and it’s genuinely horrible to work on None of the workable stuff actually works except for the tracks,, nothing fits properly (even the pe) , and it’s generally not a fun build at all.

[@allanrichards3752]

@@nooneimportant666 oh dear that's a shame that the kit is not a good build. The suspension needs to move easily if its to work well and to look realistic.

[@CurvedSlightly]

The middle Kraut @ 2:05 looks like he's 'air-guitaring', in fact they all look like the worlds most offensive air-band ever.

[@KennyL0009]

It'll be great if it comes with a full interior detailed version. Especially for panzer III and IV. Lots of doors and openings.

[@Hubbahubba480]

Why is the Turret gap so open hull the turret ????

[@derekbaker3279]

I suspect that there is a way to lock the turret into the turret ring on the hull, and Andy did not want to lock the turret & hull together before painting & weathering.

[@Hubbahubba480]

@@derekbaker3279 Thanks

[@bungobox7454]

What a lovely model. I would love an N version, which is my favourite Panzer III. What next in this series, I wonder? A T34 model 43 would be great.

[@wizardtowergames]

I have seen arguments that the North African Panzer III's never used the bolt on front armor. However in my Time Life books WWII series there are 2 images clearly showing it in the armor warfare books.

[@janmajer865]

There was a lot of mixing.Different turrets were used on different hulls.

[@gregorydegross1949]

You make it look so easy

[@michaelschultz5127]

Hey Andy, painting the pieces on the sprue will be easier.

[@cambargera]

Do you think they plan to make 1/16 late war tanks? 🤔

[@christophernorgaar6373]

I have used a few odd tools while building my models. Never have I used a level. I think if I build one (very possible) I will want the suspension to be operational. That opens up display options for the tank.

[@nooneimportant666]

I’m building it at the moment and unfortunately the fit tolerances on the kit doesn’t allow for the suspension to work. None of the workable features of the kit actually work how they’re supposed to except for the tracks. It’s not a very enjoyable build at all in all honesty and has some incredibly stupid engineering on it. Sad really because it’s my favourite variant of my favourite tank so I had to get it,,,,,, I just wish people would be more honest with their build reviews because I wouldn’t have bought it had I known what a pile of junk to build it really is. Save your money would be my advice

[@adkest9914]

1/16 for tanks is awesome.

[@DavidG62]

Turret looks like it is sitting a little high on the hull to my eye

[@derekbaker3279]

I suspect that there is a way to lock the turret into the turret ring on the hull, and Andy did not want to lock the turret & hull together before painting & weathering.

[@nooneimportant666]

@@derekbaker3279 Nope! There’s no turret locking tabs or anything… just very poor fitting parts unfortunately. The turret does sit properly,,, but you literally have to jam it on which makes it almost impossible to remove or turn it

[@TheSaturnV]

Any updates on the arrival of the Tamiya M18 Hellcat?

[@gruppenfuhrer45]

So when do we get to see it painted?

[@williammixon9084]

Any word on hellcat pre-order delivery?

[@863rafael]

Very good details!

[@tonyclarke2484]

Hi Andy, Do you propose to have your online shop available for Australian buyers

[@鎌田英明-c6f]

商品の紹介ありがとうございます！日本のメーカーでも大型モデルの企画が活発化して欲しいです😉

[@AbstractArmorHLF]

Great Video. Where did you get the glue and part tray?

[@TXGRunner]

The pic you show of the L60 in the desert is from what year? From other sources I see short guns in 1941, but the KwK 39/L60 is in 1942.

[@klarafall2980]

Hi Andy, what Primer do you use?

[@od1452]

Will you wire the lights? (fake wire I mean)

[@terryvallis1436]

Andy, do you know of any company that makes a 1/16 scale Tiger I and Tiger II? they are the only ones I am missing in that scale of German tanks. Thanks

[@Andy.Gledhill.Models.]

I want that crew figure set for my 1/16 Stug. It says not available at the moment on your EU site?

[@nickbrough8335]

Will there be an interior version at some point ?

[@elmersalonga6424]

Hope for a painting video next.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Looks like a GREAT kit!!! 🙂

[@nooneimportant666]

It’s honestly horrible and not enjoyable to build in the slightest . He can’t say that though or he won’t get anymore freebies from them.

[@Rutang835]

do you have an ETA for when the takom 1/700 Derfflinger + Luetzow 1916 + Zeppelin will go on sale?

[@DKR977]

Tiger 1 and King Tiger in 1/16 scale please!

[@perrytheplumberplatypus8976]

Are you going to paint both in the DAK scheme, or one with a different scheme?

[@zaynevanday142]

Is there a 1/16 PZ IV ?

[@JohnSmith-sl1my]

Wow a build ha. Nice size kit . Dread to think how much it would cost over here in ENGLAND to buy got to be over 100bpounds I bet.

[@TheWhoppiking]

Under a hundred in UK just .

[@frankmustermann7272]

is it known if there are plans (because you can open all hatches) to release a kit for the inner workings of this model?

[@nooneimportant666]

The hatches are supposed to be workable,,, but unfortunately aren’t due to incredibly tight fit tolerances. The only thing that does work like it’s supposed to are the tracks

[@redgreen09]

whell happy new year to youz and yes bane blade scail on this opne supper havy fore 4ok be fun to do see all new as post it

[@swann433]

Hi Andy, how long did it take for you to build this? 3 days?

[@ケロタン-t4v]

日本からです。 1/16スケールですか❗️ 日本では1/35が主流派で、最近はタミヤが1/48で展開しています。 ビックスケール 造ってみたいです。

[@allgood6760]

Thanks new to me👍🇳🇿

[@bslturtle]

QUESTION: What do you do with the models you build here?

[@randomnickify]

Display them in his shop.

[@DASCDUDE]

Looking forward to some color!

[@jerryvolpini7987]

Forget the Panzer, those figures!!! 😲

[@tonycluley7544]

Please can you help? According to the instructions on page 4 you need 6 of part number B48, but there are only 4 on the "B" sprues. There are 8 B49 parts but you only need 6! What do I do?

[@tonycluley7544]

Now sorted as the 2 of B48 were on the end of theB49 sprue!

[@hanssmidt12]

They are huge

[@derekbaker3279]

Yes they are! I wonder if 1/24 scale would be an ideal compromise (much more detail than a 1/35 model, but does not take up as much space as a 1/16 model).

[@hanssmidt12]

@@derekbaker3279 i think it would be Nice to have Such a model

[@joeylandry4933]

What are the chances of someone releasing a early stug III ausf a or b with short barrel 75mm gun in 1/16 scale?

[@the_lost_navigator]

The original incomplete test kit might've be worth more much like actual pre-production prototypes were... To have an early-run kit is rare enough... and also a great centerpiece for conversation and comparison... notsayinjustsayin

[@stevesmith2718]

Is ordered. I hope the third model will be a Jagdpanther

[@miguelortiz8906]

Hello Andy I have an easy question, could you tell me if there is the Panzer IV at 1/16 sale?. Thank you very much and until the next video.

[@richardklug822]

Trumpeter produced a 1/16 Pz.IV, but I don't know if it's still in production. Much more expensive than 1/16 Das Werk kits though.

[@miguelortiz8906]

Thaks for the info.

[@krakke3188]

Cannot wait to get it :)

[@vibeforge]

Thin cement contains acetone which dissolves CA superglue so bonding fenders the way you told is not the best idea

[@cadenmccullough2762]

Love it, love you, keep it up

[@rrl4245]

Andy, what are the overall physical dimensions of that kit, when built? I know it's huge, but how huge?

[@nooneimportant666]

It’s 14 inches long,, 7 and a half wide, and 6 and a half tall 👍

[@rrl4245]

@@nooneimportant666 Thanks - too big for my display shelves. :)

[@nooneimportant666]

@@rrl4245 Same here if I’m honest!! lol I’m literally building it as I’m writing this, and I’ve no idea where it’s going when finished. Guess I’ll figure that out nearer the time! 🤣 🙄

[@rrl4245]

@@nooneimportant666 Good luck with that. I'd love to build it, but all available shelf space is taken up with 1/35 dioramas. I have to trash one, each time I finish a new one. Oh, the pain!!!

[@nooneimportant666]

@@rrl4245 Ouch!!! That’s gotta hurt mate 😕 Sorry to hear that

[@SergeiMosin]

The one thing I'm disappointed in is the lack of interior detail. 1/16 is the perfect scale to have full interior details and actual rubber tires. That said, I'm hoping the inclusion of the vorpanzer armor means we might see some skirts released to make it into an ausf. M.

[@Oberkaptain]

This kit seems like the old Tamiya kits that could be RC'ed.

[@fredericksmith5235]

Commander set it needs one

[@waltkozlowski4169]

I want a 1/16 M4A1 Sherman!

[@model-man7802]

My favorite German tank.👍

[@idahojack9501]

amazing😁

[@RonStanek]

Howdy, Andy, Would like to know if you prime painted, all the parts, before you did the assembly? Maybe I'm jumping the gun?😆 My choices, besides this Paz. IV, for future 1/16 tanks. Would be most German tanks, including the Leopard. Along with the Bradley IFV; Merkava; Some British tanks; Russian tanks, awe man, what tanks wouldn't you want to see in 1/16th? Thank you, for your vid's. Now get these suckers decorated! Desert style! 🐪🌴🌴☀️🌴🌴☀️🌴🌴➕⚔🐪🐫 🐪🐪🐪🐪🌴🌴☀️🌴🌴

[@Emtbtoday]

Seen he figures das werk have relised for these 1.16 kits there stunning! Check it MBKs channel painted

[@elizabethmcheffey8699]

For that level to do what you wanted to the table needs to be level first.

[@TOFMDrone]

i stil want a 1:16 Maus :p

[@randomnickify]

So you can ride in it? ;D

[@TOFMDrone]

@@randomnickify no, so my cat can ride in it :p

[@andrewdenzov3303]

Now js3 or 2 in 16 scale!!!!

[@stevesmith2718]

Das Werk ist eine deutsche Firma. warum wird dann der bausatz in den USA produziert?

[@J0hnnieP]

Were to the good Lord my car was in better shape, I'd be zipping back and forth from western AZ to there to stock up on models...

[@47katt]

working 1_16 scale suspention . why in gods name, would anyone cement it ?? are you just trying for more comments Andy ??

[@Emtbtoday]

Just a big ass copied Dragon kit really! Got my stug and RFM stug 1.35 full interior today waiting for the RFM Stug 4 coming now full interior said be delivered end Feb first of March!

[@chikabungiekirkhoff8669]

I kinda think Tamiya also makes a 1/16th scale Pkmpfwgn 4 , I would rather support Tamiya personally, made in Japan is the best....

[@nooneimportant666]

Don’t blame you buddy. I’m building this pz3 kit at the moment and it’s a piece of junk. Nothing fits or works like it’s supposed to, and I feel I’ve been mugged for the £122 asking price. Avoid at all costs if possible

[@MrJoeGarner]

I have no interest in 1/16th scale. I stick to 1/24th, nothing else.

[@nooneimportant666]

I’m building this kit at the moment and had no idea it’d be such a piece of junk! When you built the test models, why the hell didn’t you tell them about all the tight tolerances that make all the workable parts un workable? And about the ridiculously huge sprue gates and excessive mould lines/burring, badly warped hull and generally a not very enjoyable build at all . I’ve honestly never felt so ripped off in my life! 2/10 for build enjoyment and definitely not worth over £120