The workhorse of the German Army that swept across Poland, France and Russia, the Sturmgeschütz III saw service in all theatres of World War II, both in an infantry support role and as a tank destroyer. Cheaper and quicker to produce than a tank, the assault gun proved a remarkably effective weapon. Its design and development, production, capabilities and operational history are all closely examined, as is its tactical employment and organisation into units. This book uses original German combat and experience reports to show how the Sturmgeschütz fared in action, whilst also providing information on both retrofitted and production modifications.

Published Apr 15 1996

Format Paperback

Pages 48

ISBN 9781855325371

Imprint Osprey Publishing

Illustrations 39 b/w; 16 col

Dimensions 10 x 7 inches

Series New Vanguard

Short code NVG 19

Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing