Panzer IV - Germany: Books - History, Types and Construction (1/3)
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Panzer IV
The Panzer IV programme was started in 1934, forming, alongside the Panzer IIs and IIIs, the schnellen Truppen, the force that was to become the Panzerwaffe. At first, German planners envisioned the tank in a secondary role, but during the invasions of The Low Countries and France, it took on a more central role. When the Panzerwaffe turned east to attack the Soviet Union, the Panzer IV initially fared poorly against the better-armed T-34.
However, upgrades to its gun and armour protection saw it perform far better, not only against Soviet armour but also against British and American tanks in North Africa and Italy. In 1944, it was slowly replaced by the Panzer V Panther, but the dire strategic situation meant that it bore the brunt of the Allied D-Day invasion and its aftermath, and it remained in service until the end of the war.
Fully illustrated throughout with contemporary photographs, this fascinating study from German armour expert Thomas Anderson tells the complete story of Germany's most widely produced tank of World War II, from its design and development to its many upgrades and variants.
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Author:
Thomas Anderson
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304 pages, 25 x 20 x 3.1 cm / 9.8 x 7.9 x 1.22 in, hardback
With emphasis on detail this book from the Spielberger series shows in factory, test and combat photographs, and detailed line drawings, all production models, prototypes and modifications of the Panzer IV tank. Covers also all variations, including all vehicles that used the Panzer IV chassis.
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Author:
Walter J. Spielberger
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164 pages, 29 x 23 x 1.8 cm / 11.4 x 9.1 x 0.71 in, hardback
Panzerkampwagen IV and its Variants 1935-1945 (Book 2)
This book is the final documentation on the Panzerkampfwagen IV series, the most often-built German tank of World War II and presents the exact chronology of the vehicle's development from 1935-45, plus many hitherto unknown and pioneering test vehicles. The authors discuss the origin of the “Large Tractor”, the so-called Neubau (New-Built) Vehicle and the attempts in 1944 to install the 7.5 cm Kampfwagenkanone 42 L/70 of the “Panther” onto the Panzer IV. The authors have dedicated an entire chapter to armament, and action in all war theaters.
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Author:
Walter J. Spielberger
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304 pages, 28.5 x 22 x 3.1 cm / 11.2 x 8.7 x 1.22 in, hardback
Illustrations:
numerous b&w photos and drawings
Publisher:
Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2011)
Series:
Spielberger
ISBN:
9780764337567
Panzerkampwagen IV and its Variants 1935-1945 (Book 2)
Panzerkampfwagen IV : The Backbone of Germanys WWII Tank Forces (Legends of Warfare)
The Panzerkampfwagen IV, or Panzer IV as it is more popularly known, formed the backbone of Germany's tank formations during WWII. With production totaling more than 8,500, the Panzer IV was the most plentiful German tank of the war, and the only German tank that remained in production for the duration of the conflict.
Through more than 180 photos, this volume chronicles the design, development, and operational deployment of this ubiquitous German tank. This material is arranged in nine chapters, each focusing on a specific production model (Ausfuhrung) of the tank.
Comprehensive tables reveal the details of the performance and technical specifications of each variant. A concise, easy to read text, and detailed photographic captions expose the secrets of this iconic tank.
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Author:
David Doyle
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112 pages, 23.5 x 24 x 1.7 cm / 9.25 x 9 x 0.67 in, hardback
Illustrations:
183 b&w and colour photos
Publisher:
Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2017)
Series:
Legends of Warfare
ISBN:
9780764353598
Panzerkampfwagen IV : The Backbone of Germanys WWII Tank Forces
The Panzerkampfwagen IV, produced from 1937 until the end of the war, was initially only produced in small numbers, but eventually became the most-produced German tank with 8 500 units. With a short cannon, it was originally intended as a support vehicle, but its range of uses changed fundamentally with the installation of a long cannon. It was the most important German tank in the second half of the war.
With photos, drawings and technical data, tank expert Walter J. Spielberger documented the prototype development, the various designs and the series production. Enriched with over 40 new images.
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Author:
Walter J. Spielberger, Thomas Jentz, Hilary Louis Doyle
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