Further Details

Title: Pakwagen SDKFZ 234/3 and 234/4
Condition: New
Subtitle: German Army, Waffen-SS and Luftwaffe Units - Western and Eastern Fronts, 1944-1945
EAN: 9781399065047
ISBN: 9781399065047
Publisher: Pen & Sword Military
Format: Paperback
Release Date: 17/11/2022
Description: Experience in the Polish and French campaigns had convinced the German high command of the value of fast-moving, armed reconnaissance vehicles. But it was realised that many of the early designs were too lightly-armed and development of a heavy eight-wheeled prototype resulted in the Sdkfz 234 series of armoured cars, the first of which entered service in late 1943. Built by the firm of Bussing-NAG, these sturdy and reliable vehicles were gradually up-armed and served in the infantry support role and eventually as tank killers, largely as the result of Hitler's desperation to arm as many vehicles as possible with anti-tank weapons. Drawing on official documentation and unit histories Dennis investigates the formations that operated these vehicles and uses archive photos and extensively researched colour illustrations to examine the markings, camouflage and technical aspects of the Sdkfz 234/2, 234/3 and 234/4 armoured cars that served on the Western and Eastern Fronts in the last months of the war. A key section of his book displays available model kits and aftermarket products, complemented by a gallery of beautifully constructed and painted models in various scales. Technical details as well as modifications introduced during production and in the field are also examined, providing everything the modeller needs to recreate an accurate representation of these historic vehicles.
Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: GB
Item Height: 297mm
Item Length: 210mm
Author: Dennis Oliver
Genre: History
Book Series: Land Craft
Topic: Military History
Release Year: 2022

Missing Information?

Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.