Armoured Vehicles (since 1945) - Germany: Illustrated History Books & Guides

MTW M-113 (Typenkompass)

The M113 armored transport vehicle is a special success story. It has been built for more than 50 years and is used by over 50 countries. It was also used by the German army, and the last vehicles were only decommissioned in 2010.
The M-113 has been repeatedly modified, optimized and adapted to changing requirements. This book describes the development, technology and use of this vehicle.

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Each type is presented with a photo, a historical description and a technical data sheet.

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Author:	Karl Anweiler, Manfred Pahlkötter
Details:	128 pages, 8.1 x 5.5 in (20.5 x 14 cm), paperback
Illustrations:	91 b&w and 108 colour photos, 4 drawings
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2013)
Series:	Typenkompass
ISBN:	9783613035966

Kettenfahrzeuge der Bundeswehr

Since the end of the Cold War and the increasing global asymmetric threats, the Bundeswehr's areas of responsibility and the focus of its equipment have changed.
What has remained, however, is the aim of being able to master new missions in the future with the best possible equipment.

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In this volume, which contains over 271 illustrations, Jürgen Plate introduces the military vehicles of the Bundeswehr, including transport and reconnaissance tanks, infantry and battle tanks.
He explains their technical features, equipment and areas of application in a competent but understandable manner.

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Author:	Jürgen Plate
Details:	224 pages, 10.4 x 9.1 in (26.5 x 23 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	124 b&w and 147 colour photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2015)
ISBN:	9783613037663

Schützenpanzer Marder - Entwicklung, Technik, Einsatz

The Marder infantry fighting vehicle was developed as a counterpart to the Leopard 1 tank for the newly established Bundeswehr. There were also plans to create an entire family of vehicles based on its design.
Over the years, several generations of the Marder were produced, with continuous upgrades. It has been used in KFOR missions, in Afghanistan, and currently in Ukraine.
In this detailed monograph, Hans-Peter Lohmann explores the development history and technical features of the Marder.

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Author:	Hans-Peter Lohmann
Details:	240 pages, 10.8 x 9.25 x 0.79 in (27.5 x 23.5 x 2 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	280 colour photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2024)
ISBN:	9783613046931

Schützenpanzer Puma: Entwicklung, Technik, Einsatz

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Since 2015, the Puma infantry fighting vehicle has gradually replaced the Marder. It is now regarded as one of the most modern and capable infantry fighting vehicles in the world. Digital systems and full networking, advanced optics, cameras, and sensors allow early detection and engagement of concealed targets at distances of up to three kilometres.
With a weight of about 31 tonnes, increasing to up to 50 tonnes with additional equipment, the Puma offers its crew a very high level of protection against mines, anti-tank weapons, and improvised explosive devices.

This book documents the most modern infantry fighting vehicle in service with the German Army. It shows how the Puma significantly improves protection, firepower, and mobility. The book covers its technical development, testing, weapon systems, and variants.

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Author:	Wolfgang Schneider
Details:	224 pages, 10.6 x 9.25 x 0.75 in (27 x 23.5 x 1.9 cm), hardback
Illustrations:	380 b&w and colour photos
Language:	German
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2025)
ISBN:	9783613048195