VW Field Cars (WW 2) - Germany: Books - History and Models (2/4)

VW Kübelwagen / Schwimmwagen Manual - Insights into the design, construction and operation (Haynes Military Manual)

Designed by Ferdinand Porsche and built by Volkswagen, the VW Type 82 Kübelwagen and its amphibious cousin the VW Type 128/166 Schwimmwagen were to the Germans what the Jeep was to the Allies and were used widely by the Wehrmacht and the Waffen-SS in the Second World War. In recent years the Kübel and Schwimm have acquired something of a cult status among military vehicle collectors worldwide.

Author Chris McNab examines the design, construction and use of these classic German utility vehicles, as well as reviewing today's fertile market for restorations and replicas.

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Author:	Chris McNab
Details:	160 pages, 27.5 x 21.5 x 1.4 cm / 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.55 in, hardback
Illustrations:	75 b&w and 225 colour photos
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 2015)
Series:	Haynes Military Manual
ISBN:	9780857337795

Volkswagens of the Wehrmacht - A Photo Chronicle

Covers the numerous Volkswagen cars used by the Wehrmacht during WWII. Over 300 b/w photographs.

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Author:	Hans-Georg Mayer-Stein
Details:	192 pages, 26.5 x 18.5 x 1.6 cm / 10.4 x 7.3 x 0.63 in, hardback
Illustrations:	over 300 b&w photos
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780887406843

VW at War - Kübelwagen, Schwimmwagen & Special Vehicles (Book 1)

Covers the Volkswagen Kübelwagen, Schwimmwagen and other special VW vehicles used in World War II.

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Author:	Michael Sawodny
Details:	48 pages, 9 x 28 x 0.3 cm / 3 x 11 x 0.12 in, paperback
Illustrations:	b&w photos, drawings
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780887403088

VW at War - Kübelwagen, Schwimmwagen (Book 2) - Development, Testing, Production

Covers the development, testing and production of the Volkswagen Kübelwagen and Schwimmwagen.

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Author:	Bernd Wiersch
Details:	48 pages, 21 x 28 x 0.3 cm / 8.25 x 11 x 0.12 in, paperback
Illustrations:	b&w photos, drawings
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780887404016

Kübelwagen / Schwimmwagen - L'histoire, la conception, la mécanique et l'engagement operationnel

Designed by Ferdinand Porsche and produced by Volkswagen, the Type 82 Kübelwagen and its amphibious cousin the Type 128/166 Schwimmwagen were to the Germans what the Jeep was to the Allies. They were widely used by the Wehrmacht and the Waffen-SS during the Second World War.
These two robust utility vehicles resolutely fulfilled their role, both in the bitter winter cold of the Eastern Front and in the torrid heat of the Libyan Desert.
Reliability and sobriety are the marks of their success, and their legendary reputation will endure in the post-war period. In the 21st century, the surviving vehicles have become cult objects among collectors around the world.

The author analyzes the development of these classic utility vehicles of the German army and discusses in detail their design and characteristics, including engine and transmission. He describes their combat experience, giving their road holding characteristics and routine maintenance.
With more than 250 historical images, technical drawings and detailed photographs of restored vehicles, it allows a unique dive into the interior of these iconic vehicles.

French edition of the Haynes book "VW Kübelwagen / Schwimmwagen Manual".

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Author:	Chris McNab
Details:	160 pages, 31 x 23 x 1.9 cm / 12.2 x 9.1 x 0.75 in, hardback
Illustrations:	250+ b&w and colour photos
Publisher:	Histoire & Collections (F, 2016)
ISBN:	9782352503859