Army Trucks (WW 2) - Germany: Books - History and Models (3/3)

Mercedes at War - Personnel Carriers, Cargo Trucks & Special Vehicles

The fourth volume in the series "German Trucks & Cars in WWII" concerning the Mercedes-Benz trucks and cars employed by Germany during WWII. Includes personnel carriers, cargo trucks and special vehicles.

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Opel Military Vehicles, 1906-56

This book includes the design, testing and use of Opel cars, trucks and special vehicles of the period from 1931 to 1945. The paramilitary reliability trials, the NSKK competitions and the increasing military modifications of the Opel Blitz commercial vehicles are also shown.

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Opel at War

Covers the use of various Opel trucks and cars during WWII by Germany.

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Mercedes PKW und LKW 1935-1945

At first, the Reichswehr had to use commercially available cars, as the construction of military vehicles was prohibited by the victorious powers after losing the First World War. This led to the introduction of so-called off-road cars based on existing models, the "Kübelwagen".
It was only after 1933 that military-grade cars began to be produced, such as the Mercedes-Benz 170 V, which was delivered to the troops in considerable numbers with a Kübelwagen body. This was followed by off-road three-axle Kübelwagen such as the G 1.

Trucks were of particular importance because the First World War had shown the importance of motorized supply transport. In the first few years, the Ordnance Department relied on commercially available models with few extras.
The merger of Daimler and Benz in 1926 created the basis for a completely new commercial vehicle program, including the newly introduced diesel engine, then known as the "crude oil engine." In 1928, series production of the three-axle G 3 truck began, which was fitted with a body for the signal troops in large numbers.
After 1933, truck construction experienced a rapid upswing, with Daimler-Benz holding the market leadership. Special military off-road vehicles were now also developed.

Experience the details in vivid texts and historical photos, which contribute greatly to understanding this multifaceted chapter of history.

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Opel-Militärfahrzeuge 1906-1956

Opel, as a manufacturer of sewing machines, bicycles and automobiles, had become an important supplier in many markets. The proven quality was also crucial for the military and led to the use of Opel vehicles in all combat zones in both world wars.
This illustrated book by author Eckhart Bartels offers readers interested in automobile history, militaria collectors and model makers a comprehensive presentation of the development history of the Opel works in connection with the military as a customer and influential buyer.
In addition to numerous historical operational photos, the reader also gets an insight into the development at Opel before and after the wars.

The book's thematic focus is on comprehensive explanations of the design and testing as well as examples of the use of Opel cars, trucks and special designs in the period from 1931 to 1945.
The book shows the paramilitary reliability tests, the NSKK competitions and the increasing military orientation of the Opel Blitz commercial vehicles. The four-wheel drive Blitz, the "Maultier" and the rocket launcher are particularly discussed in detail, but also the NSU sprocket with Opel drive technology.

More than 260 operational images, factory photos, archive images and design drawings as well as detailed information on the technical development and model history make this book an interesting and highly informative reference work.

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