Hearns Workshop Captains Cupola Deflector for Sturmgeschutz Stug III –
1pcs, 1 type (HWS0111-16) for Late Production units.
By late 1943 it became known that the captains cupola on the StuG III was
particularly vulnerable, so cast shot deflectors for cupolas were first installed
from October 1943 from one factory, to be installed on all StuGs from February
1944.
The deflectors were welded to the top of the hull and around the cupola. For
added realism, add in a cast texture and weld beads around the deflector using
your favourite technique.
DISCLAIMER – Parts are manufactured from a UV curing resin.
Cyanoacrylate(CA) or “Super Glue” recommended for bonding to rigid PS/ABS
or other resin parts. UV curing resins can be an irritant. Always use the
appropriate safety gear when handing or modifying. Parts are supplied still
attached to the supports/raft. Care must be taken when removing supports. 3D
printing IS NOT injection molding! Slight imperfections and the visible
appearance of ‘layer lines’ in places is perfectly normal and not a defect.
‘Tough’ grade resin parts can damage fine bladed side cutters – use at own
risk. For advanced modellers only