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German Eight-Wheeled Reconnaissance Vehicles - Sd.Kfz. 231, 232, 263 & 233

Covers the use and design of the German 8-wheeled reconnaissance vehicles (Sd.Kfz. 231, 232, 263 and 233) during WWII.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Horst Scheibert
Formato:	48 pagine, 21 x 27.5 x 0.3 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	foto in B&N, disegni
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780887404764

German Heavy Armored Cars - Sd.Kfz. 231, 232, 233, 263, and 234 in World War II (Legends of Warfare)

Throughout WWII, Germany deployed a range of six- and eight-wheeled armored cars serving various purposes, including reconnaissance, antitank operations, infantry support, and more.
The initial 6-Rad vehicles were constructed on 6 × 4 truck chassis. Recognizing design limitations, subsequent models incorporated specially designed all-wheel-drive power trains. The ultimate iteration, the 234 series, featured a unibody design. Armament progression spanned from 7.92 mm machine guns to 75 mm PaK 40 cannons and 7.5 cm StuK40 howitzers.

Building upon the author's prior work, this volume employs over 250 photographs to explore 12 prominent types of these vehicles. It meticulously examines subtle production changes, providing a comprehensive insight into the evolution of German armored cars during this significant historical period.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	David Doyle
Formato:	144 pagine, 22 x 24 x 3 cm, copertina rigida
Illustrazioni:	260 foto in B&N e in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2023)
Collana:	Legends of Warfare
ISBN:	9780764366499

German Heavy Reconnaissance Vehicles - Sd.Kfz. 231(6), 232(6) & 263(6)

Covers the types and usage of the German heavy reconnaissance vehicles Sd.Kfz. 231 (6), 232 (6) and 263 (6)..

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Horst Scheibert
Formato:	48 pagine, 11.5 x 25 x 0.3 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	foto in B&N, disegni
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd (USA, 2004)
ISBN:	9780887405211

Pak-Wagen Sd.Kfz. 234/3 and 234/4 Heavy Armoured Cars - German Army, Waffen-SS and Luftwaffe Units - Western and Eastern Fronts, 1944-1945 (Land Craft)

Experience in the Polish and French campaigns had convinced the German high command of the value of fast-moving, armed reconnaissance vehicles. But it was realised that many of the early designs were too lightly-armed and development of a heavy eight-wheeled prototype resulted in the Sd.Kfz. 234 series of armoured cars, the first of which entered service in late 1943.
Built by the firm of Büssing-NAG, these sturdy and reliable vehicles were gradually up-armed and served in the infantry support role and eventually as tank killers, largely as the result of Hitler's desperation to arm as many vehicles as possible with anti-tank weapons.

Drawing on official documentation and unit histories Dennis investigates the formations that operated these vehicles and uses archive photos and extensively researched colour illustrations to examine the markings, camouflage and technical aspects of the Sd.Kfz. 234/2, 234/3 and 234/4 armoured cars that served on the Western and Eastern Fronts in the last months of the war.

A key section of his book displays available model kits and aftermarket products, complemented by a gallery of beautifully constructed and painted models in various scales.
Technical details as well as modifications introduced during production and in the field are also examined, providing everything the modeller needs to recreate an accurate representation of these historic vehicles.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Dennis Oliver
Formato:	64 pagine, 30 x 21 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	riccamente illustrato con foto in B&N e in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Pen & Sword Books Ltd (GB, 2022)
Collana:	Land Craft (11)
ISBN:	9781399065047

Puma Sdkfz 234/1 and Sdkfz 234/2 Heavy Armoured Cars - German Army and Waffen-SS, Western and Eastern Fronts, 1944-1945 (Land Craft)

The swift advancements of German armored units in the Polish and French campaigns were led by agile reconnaissance vehicles armed for speed. However, early designs faced challenges with light weaponry and thin armor, prompting a program initiated by Büssing-NAG.
This effort resulted in the development of the Sd.Kfz. 234 series, heavy eight-wheeled armored cars, with the first entering service in late 1943. Renowned for their ruggedness and reliability, these vehicles underwent upgrades to fulfill roles in infantry support and eventually as tank destroyers.

This volume of the LandCraft series concludes the narrative of the Sd.Kfz. 234 series, delving into the versions that participated in the war's final battles. Through archival photos and meticulously researched color illustrations, Dennis Oliver explores the Sd.Kfz. 234/1 and Sd.Kfz. 234/2, shedding light on units operating these often overlooked yet crucial armored vehicles.

The book includes a section showcasing available model kits and aftermarket products, complemented by a gallery of expertly crafted and painted models in various scales. Detailed technical information and field modifications are examined, offering modelers comprehensive resources for accurately recreating these historically significant vehicles.

Dettagli del libro

Autore:	Dennis Oliver
Formato:	64 pagine, 29.5 x 20.5 x 0.6 cm, brossura
Illustrazioni:	100 foto in B&N e 100 in colori
Lingua:	inglese
Editore:	Pen & Sword Books Ltd (GB, 2023)
Collana:	Land Craft (12)
ISBN:	9781399050296