Sturmgesch?z: Germany's WWII Assault Gun (Stug), Vol.2: The Late War Versions (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780764355387)

The Sturmgesch tz, or StuG, as it is more popularly known, while conceived as self-propelled, infantry support artillery, in time, formed the backbone of Germany's anti-tank operations during WWII. With more than 135 war-era photos, this volume chronicles the design, development, and deployment of the first six (of nine variants) of this famed and feared weapon. The material is arranged in seven chapters, each focusing on a specific production model, or Ausf hrung, of the Sturmgesch tz. This volume covers the Ausf.A through F/8 variants used during the early WWII years. Comprehensive tables reveal the details of performance, as well as technical specifications of each variant. A concise, easy-to-read text, and detailed photo captions expose the secrets of this iconic vehicle. Part of the Legends of Warfare series.

Author: David Doyle
ISBN-10: 0764355384
ISBN-13: 9780764355387
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/28/2018
Pages: 128
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 9.10h x 9.20w x 0.70d