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Panzer Tracts No. 9-2 - Jagdpanzer - Jagdpanzer IV, Panzer IV/70 (V), and Panzer IV/70 (A) Available Now
Now for the first time as-built drawings have been created for three different Jagdpanzer IV, two different
Panzer IV/70 (V), and one Panzer IV/70 (A). When significant modifications were introduced
has been correctly sorted out. This has been made possible by over 40 years of research in private
and public archives and chassis number analysis. Precise measurement of the external features of
seven survivors revealed that the superstructure roof of the Panzer IV/70 (V) is 30 mm shorter than
the Jagdpanzer IV (and the roof of the Panzer IV/70 (A) shorter still). Three pages of 1/10 Scale
drawings of special components, tools, and the holders are included. In accordance with our high
standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 32 scale drawings and 88 photos
illustrate this 76 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 10-1 - Artillerie Sfl. - Pz.Sfl.IVb to Hummel Wespe Available Now
Now for the first time accurate
drawings have been created of two different Wespe, two different Hummel, the Heuschrecke
IVb, and the le.F.H.18/40/2 Sf. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving Artillerie
Sfl. and components to create these new four-view 1/35 scale drawings. The failure to get innovative
self-propelled howitzers (dismountable with all-round firing capabilities) into production is thoroughly
documented. A rare photo of the Hummel-Wespe and its history are included. When significant
modifications were introduced on the Zwischenloesung Wespe and Hummel has been sorted out.
This has been made possible by over 40 years of research in private and public archives and chassis
number analysis. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary
sources. 31 scale drawings and 91 photos illustrate this 80 page book. |
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Panzer Tracts No. 13-1 - Leichter Panzerspaehwagen (Sd.Kfz.221, 222, & 223) and Kleiner Panzerfunkwagen (Sd.Kfz.260 and 161) Available Now
Panzer Tracts No. 13-1 - Leichter Panzerspaehwagen (Sd.Kfz.221, 222, & 223) and Kleiner Panzerfunkwagen (Sd.Kfz.260 and 161) development and production from 1935 to 1944 - Now for the first time the defining features of each sub variant (there were three different series of Sd.Kfz.221, four series of Sd.Kfz.223, five series of Sd.Kfz.222, two series of Sd.Kfz.260 and two series of Sd.Kfz.261) have been correctly identified and when significant modifications were introduced correctly sorted out. This has been made possible by over 40 years of research in private and public archives and chassis number analysis. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving le.Pz.Sp.Wg. and kl.Pz.Fu.Wg. components to create new five-view 1/35 scale drawings. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 58 scale drawings and 90 photos illustrate this 72 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 23 - Panzer Production from 1933 to 1945 Available Now
Panzer Tracts No. 23 - Panzer Production from 1933 to 1945 - After forty years of research, we have been able to compile a record of how many Panzers by Ausfuehrung (model) were produced by each assembly plant. Starting in February 1939, the Waffenamt kept consolidated records of how many of each type of Panzer were produced each month - but these are of limited value when more than one assembly plant was involved, The additional details needed to determine the number produced for each Ausfuehrung were derived from assembly plant production records, Fgst.Nr. (chassis number) analysis, and the Fertigungskennzeichen (code letters) for each assembly plant stamped on serial number plates. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 121 photos illustrate this 80 page book. |
Panzer Tracts No. 2-3 - Panzerkampfwagen II Ausf.D, E, und F
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Panzer Tracts No. 2-3 - Panzerkampfwagen II Ausf.D, E, and F development and production from
1937 to 1942 - Now for the first time the design evolution of the Pz.Kpfw.II has been correctly sorted
out and the characteristics of each Ausfuehrung (model) correctly identified. This has been made
possible by over 40 years of research in private and public archives, chassis number analysis, and the
assistance of friends sharing rare photos of Pz.Kpfw.II with legible chassis numbers. Hundreds of
hours were spent precisely measuring surviving Pz.Kpfw.II Ausf.F and Flamm components and over a
thousand hours were spent in creating detailed as-built drawings. This book is also loaded with new
information on the history, production, and unit organization. In accordance with our high standards,
the text and data are based solely on primary sources. Over 25 scale drawings and 55 photos illustrate
this 48 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 22-3 mittlerer Zugkraftwagen 5 t and schwerer Wehrmachtschlepper
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Panzer Tracts No. 22-3 - mittlerer Zugkraftwagen 5 t (Sd.Kfz.6) and schwerer Wehrmachts-
Schlepper development and production from 1934 to 1945 - Now for the first time the design evolution
of the m.Zgkw. 5 t (Sd.Kfz.6) has been correctly sorted out; starting with the KM l 4 in 1934, through
the BN 9 b produced into 1943, and followed by the s.W.S. from December 1943 to the end of the war.
Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving m.Zgkw.5 t (Sd.Kfz.10), s.W.S and 3.7 cm
Flak guns; and over a thousand hours were spent in creating detailed drawings of the basic m.Zgkw.5
t (Sd.Kfz.6) BN l 5, BN l 8, BN 9 b and s.W.S. models as well as the associated variants - the Sfl. (Sd.
Kfz.6/2) fuer 3.7 cm Flak 36 and the 3.7 cm Flak 43/1 auf Sfl. mit Behelfspanzerung. This book is
also loaded with new information on the history, production, and unit organization. Over 30 scale drawings
and 70 photos illustrate this 56 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 3-4 - Panzerbefehlswagen Ausf.D1, E, H, J, und K development and production from 1935 to 1943 Available Now
Now for the first time the defining features of each Ausfuehrung of the Pz.Bef.Wg. have been correctly identified and when significant modifications were introduced correctly sorted out. This has been made possible by over 40 years of research in private and public archives, chassis number analysis, and the assistance of friends sharing rare photos of Pz.Bef.Wg. with legible chassis numbers. A surviving Pz.Bef.Wg.Ausf.E allowed us to correctly draw the unique details on the turret roof. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving Pz.Kpfw.III components shared by the Pz.Bef.Wg. and original drawings of the Pz.Bef.Wg.Ausf.D1 chassis and Pz.Bef.Wg.Ausf.K turret were used to create five sets of new five-view 1/35 scale drawings. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 25 scale drawings and 72 photos illustrate this 56 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 3-5 - Panzerkampfwagen III Umbau - Conversions to Z.W.40, Pz.Kpfw.III (T), Pz.Kpfw.III (Funk), Pz.Kpfw.III (Fl), Pz.Beob.Wg.III, SK 1, Brueckenmaterialtraeger, and Munitionspanzer Available Now
Now for the first time the defining features of each converted Pz.Kpfw.III have been correctly identified and significant modifications correctly sorted out. This has been made possible by over 40 years of research in private and public archives, chassis number analysis, and the assistance of friends sharing rare photos with legible chassis numbers. A surviving Pz.Beob.Wg.III turret allowed us to correctly draw the unique details on the turret roof and modified gun mantle. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving Pz.Kpfw.III to create new four-view 1/35 scale drawings. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 35 scale drawings and 59 photos illustrate this 52 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 12-1 - Flakpanzerkampfwagen IV and other Flakpanzer projects development and production from 1942 to 1945 Available Now
Thanks to surviving Krupp records, for the first time the design evolution, production changes, and history of the “Moebelwagen” and other Flakpanzer projects have been correctly sorted out. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving Pz.38 f. 2 cm Flak, “Moebelwagen”, “Wirbelwind”, a “Kugelblitz” turret and superstructure and associated Pz.Kpfw.IV components. These exacting measurements plus original drawings of the “Ostwind” and “Wirbelwind’ turret bodies were used in creating new detailed as-built drawings. This book is also loaded with new information on the history, production, unit organization, and wartime reports of the Flakpanzer. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 35 scale drawings and 81 photos illustrate this 68 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 13-2 - Schwerer Panzerspaehwagen (Sd.Kfz.231, 232, & 233) and Panzerfunkwagen (263) development and production from 1935 to 1943 Available Now
Now for the first time the defining features of each sub variant (there were three different series of Sd.Kfz.231, five series of Sd.Kfz.232, two series of Sd.Kfz.233, and four series of Sd.Kfz.263) have been correctly identified and when significant modifications were introduced correctly sorted out. This has been made possible by over 40 years of research in private and public archives and chassis number analysis. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving s.Pz.Sp.Wg. and components to create new four-view 1/35 scale drawings. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 37 scale drawings and 75 photos illustrate this 56 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 22-2 - leichter Zugkraftwagen 3 t (Sd.Kfz.11) and Variants development and production from 1934 to 1945 Available Now
Now for the first time the design evolution of the le.Zgkw. 3 t (Sd.Kfz.11) has been correctly sorted out. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving le.Zgkw.3 t (Sd.Kfz.11) and associated components and over a thousand hours were spent in creating detailed drawings of the basic le.Zgkw.3 t (Sd.Kfz.11) as well as the associated variants le.Zgkw.3 t (Sd.Kfz.11) mit Pritschen-Aufbau, Raketenwagen for rescuing the shipwrecked, Sfl. (Sd.Kfz.11/1) mit 2 cm Flak 38, Nebelkw. (Sd.Kfz.11/1), m.Entg.Kw. (Sd.Kfz.11/2), Nebelkw. (Sd.Kfz.11/4), and s.Nb.W.Kw. (Sd.Kfz.11/5). Exciting new finds include six distinctly different open-top driver’s cabs (some with truncated shaped windshields) on the Sd.Kfz.11 through Sd.Kfz.11/5 and the correct identification of the le.Zgkw.3 t (Sd.Kfz.11) mit Mannschaftsaufbau (previously misidentified as a Pionier-Aufbau). This book is also loaded with new information on the history, development, production, unit organization, and wartime reports. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. Over 50 scale drawings and 80 photos illustrate this 84 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 2-1 - Panzerkampfwagen II Ausf.a/1 to C development and production from 1934 to 1940 Available Now
Now for the first time the design evolution of the Pz.Kpfw.II has been correctly sorted out and the characteristics of each Ausfuehrung (model) correctly identified. This has been made possible by over 38 years of research in private and public archives, chassis number analysis, and the assistance of friends sharing rare photos of Pz.Kpfw.II with legible chassis numbers. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving Pz.Kpfw.II Ausf.c, A, B, and C components and over a thousand hours were spent in creating detailed as-built drawings. This book is also loaded with new information on the history, production, unit organization, tactics, and wartime after-action reports from front-line units. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. Over 70 scale drawings and 75 photos illustrate this 76 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 3-3 - Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.J, L, M, und N development and production from 1941 to 1943 Available Now
Now for the first time the defining features of each Ausfuehrung of the Pz.Kpfw.III have been correctly identified and when significant modifications were introduced correctly sorted out. This has been made possible by over 39 years of research in private and public archives, chassis number analysis, and the assistance of friends sharing rare photos of Pz.Kpfw.III with legible chassis numbers. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.J, L, M, and N components and over two thousand hours were spent in creating detailed as-built drawings. We have selected the unique approach of using 1/10th scale drawings to illustrate the smallest details, while six view (including right side and belly) 1/35th scale drawings are still used for the complete Pz.Kpfw.III. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. Over 120 scale drawings and 72 photos illustrate this 88 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 22-1 - leichter Zugkraftwagen 1 t (Sd.Kfz.10) - Ausf.A und B and Variants development and production from 1935 to 1945 Available Now
Now for the first time the design evolution of the le.Zgkw. 1 t (Sd.Kfz.10) has been correctly sorted out; starting with three Liliput models then two different D 6 models and finally the Ausf.A and B of the D 7 . Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving le.Zgkw.1 t (Sd.Kfz.10) and associated components and over a thousand hours were spent in creating detailed drawings of the basic le.Zgkw.1 t (Sd.Kfz.10) produced in 1939, 1940, and 1942 as well as the associated variants Gasspuererkw. (Sd.Kfz.10/1), le.Entgiftungskw. (Sd.Kfz.10/2), Sfl. (Sd.Kfz.10/4) fuer 2 cm Flak 30 produced in 1939 and 1940, and Sfl. (Sd.Kfz.10/5) fuer 2 cm Flak 38 produced in 1942 and 1944. This book is also loaded with new information on the history, production, unit organization, and wartime reports. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. Over 67 scale drawings and 65 photos illustrate this 64 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 2-2 - Panzerkampwagen II Ausf.G, H, J, L, and M development and production from 1938 to 1943 Available Now
As a result of digging through public and private archives for 38 years, we are able to create this accurate history of the very rare variants from the Pz.Kpfw.II family - the VK 901, VK 903, VK 1301, VK 1303, and VK 1601. Original drawings, documented measurements, and original wartime photographs were used to create four-view drawings of the VK 901 and VK 1601 (printed at 1/35th scale). Over a thousand hours were spent precisely measuring external details of the "Luchs" in order to create as-built drawings of all six views (including right side and belly) with both the VK 1301 and VK 1303 turrets in 1/24th scale. Even the smallest details are clearly discernable in the component drawings at 1/10th scale including the surprise feature of an Orterkompass mounted on the turret roof. This 56 page book is illustrated with over 50 drawings and 41 clean/rare photos. Panzer Tracts No. 3-2 - Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.E, F, G, und H development and production from 1938 to 1941 Available Now
38 years of digging out original records in public and private archives and hundreds of visits to museums were spent in creating this penultimate history of a winner - the Panzerkampfwagen III variants used to win the 1939 to 1941 campaigns. Survivors were accurately measured in detail and drawn at full scale to create as-built drawings for the first time - accurate to the same tight tolerances demanded of the original assembly firms. Thousands of hours went into sorting out the defining features for each Ausfuehrung as well as when significant modifications were introduced. We have selected the unique approach of using 1/10th scale drawings to illustrate the smallest details, while six-view (including right side and belly) 1/35th scale drawings are still used for the complete Pz.Kpfw.III. Over 120 clean/rare photos and drawings illustrate this 84 page book. Panzer Tracts No. 6-3 - Schwere-Panzerkampfwagen Maus and E 100 development and production from 1942 to 1945 Available Now
Thanks to the School of Tank Technology, Krupp’s correspondence and meeting notes survived to provide us with a detailed insider view of the development of the Maus and the associated TIger-Maus (later renamed E 100) projects. Since the rigid procurement system had broken down, anyone attending the next project meeting could add novel ideas as requirements such as remotely controlled flamethrowers and a 2 cm anti-aircraft gun in the turret. Thanks to a private collector, the detailed large-scale component drawings created by Porsche and Krupp for the Maus survived and were used to create the new scale drawings of the Maus. Pure chance also preserved the drawings, notes, and photographs that made it possible for us to create new drawings of the E 100 with a turret designed by Krupp in 1944. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 62 clean/rare photos and 67 scale drawings illustrate this 72 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 18 - Panzerkampwagen 38 (t) Ausf.A to G and S Production, Modification, and Operational History from 1939 to 1942 Available Now
Now for the first time, we have compiled an accurate record of the features of each Pz.kpfw.38(t) Ausfuehrung. The correct pieces of the puzzle were found through a lot of hard work, research trips to measure and study the survivors, close attention to detail, and help from friends. Over one thousand hours were spent carefully measuring and drawing all the details of surviving Pz.Kpfw.38(t) chassis and turrets to create accurate four-view drawings of the Ausf.B, C, D, E, F, and S and six-view drawings of the Ausf.A and G. Extra efforts were also expended to draw details on the chassis and belly. As is our high standard, Panzer Tracts are based solely on the content of primary source documents. The real value of the Pz.Kpfw.38(t) can be learned by reading the experience reports written by unit commanders close to the time when the actions occurred. This 76 page book is illustrated with 50 drawings and 67 clean/rare photos with captions that correctly identify the external characteristics of each Ausfuehrung. Panzer Tracts No. 19-1 - Beute-Panzerkampfwagen - Czech, Polish, and French Tanks captured from 1939 to 1940 Available Now
Thanks to the efforts of Werner Regenberg in concentrating his 30 year research career on Beute-Panzer used by the German army in WWII, this book is loaded with new information on the history, organizational structure, unit strength, tactics, and types of Beute-Panzer issued to each unit. Having contacted veterans from practically every Beute-Panzer unit, Werner Regenberg has compiled a massive archive of original documents and photographs directly linked to each unit. Photos with unique unit markings have been included for most major and representative minor units with captions that correctly identify the Beute-Panzer units. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. The real value of the Beute-Panzer can be learned by reading the translated experience reports written by unit commanders close to the time when the actions occurred. Over 70 clean/rare photos illustrate this 60 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 15-3 - mittlere Schuetzenpanzerwagen (Sd.Kfz.251) Ausf.C & D - History of Production, Variants, Organization, and Employment in Action from 1943 to 1945 Available Now
Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving m.S.P.W. (Sd.Kfz.251) Ausf.D and the associated components and thousands of hours were spent in creating detailed as-built drawings of the Sd.Kfz.251/1, 251/2, 251/7, 251/8, 251/9, 251/10, 251/16, 251/21, and 251/22. In order to reveal details normally hidden in four-view drawings and photographs, drawings of the weapons (s.M.G., 8 cm Gr.W., 3.7 cm Pak, 7.5 cm K.37, 7.5 cm K.51, and 1.5 cm and 2 cm Drilling) and other equipment are printed in larger 1/20th scale on separate pages. This book is also loaded with new information on the history, production, unit organization, tactics, and wartime reports from front-line units. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. Over 110 scale drawings and 45 photos illustrate this 80 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 5-4 - Panzerkampwagen Panther II and Panther Ausf.F Available Now
We spent hundreds of hours accurately measuring the surviving Panther II chassis and the Schmalturm and over a thousand hours drawing at full-scale to create as-built drawings for the first time - accurate to the same tight tolerances demanded of the original assembly firms. Extensive measurement of the Panther II chassis prove that its design is completely different than the Panther Ausf.F chassis. We have selected the unique approach of using 1/10th scale drawings to illustrate the smallest details, while six-view (including right side and belly) 1/35th scale drawings are still used for the complete Panther. We also created “flat-plane” drawings of many components to assist modelers in making accurate parts that would be hard to replicate if only drawn at the angle in which they are actually mounted. This book also includes the development history of these rare Panther variants. This 56 page book is heavily illustrated with over 130 scale drawings and 15 clear/rare large-format photos.
Panzer Tracts No. 15-1 - leichter Schuetzenpanzerwagen (Sd.Kfz.250) Ausf.A & B - History of Production, Variants, Organization, and Employment in Action from 1940 to 1945 Available Now
Now for the first time the design evolution of the le.S.P.W. (Sd.Kfz.250) has been correctly sorted out; starting with the 0-Serie, then the Ausf.A with Panzeraufbau Sd.Kfz.250/Z and Sd.Kfz. 250E, and finally the Ausf.B with both riveted and welded Panzerwanne. Hundreds of hours were spent precisely measuring surviving le.S.P.W. (Sd.Kfz.250) and the associated components and over a thousand hour were spent in creating detailed as-built drawings of the four different Grundfahrzeuge as well as the Sd.Kfz.250/1, 250/3, 250/5, 250/8, 250/9, and 250/10. Drawings of some components and weapons have been included to reveal details normally hidden in four-view drawings and photographs. This book is also loaded with new information on the history, production, unit organization, tactics, and wartime reports from front-line units. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. Over 75 scale drawings and 70 photos illustrate this 84 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 7-3 - Panzerjaeger (7.5 cm Pak 40/4 to 8.8 cm Waffentraeger) - development and employment from 1939 to 1942
In our 37-year search for original records (created by those responsible for the designing, producing, and using these Panzerjaeger), we have uncovered the real facts on their names (and correct nicknames), production, modification, issue, organization, and frontline employment. The translated after-action reports provide a true understanding of their combat value and the appropriate tactics needed for these thinly armored, open-topped Panzerjaeger to be successful. Hundreds of research hours went into accurately measuring survivors and finding previously unnoticed modifications. This book features new ultra-accurate, as-built 1/35th scale drawings of the 7.5 cm Pak 40/4 auf RSO, Panzerjaeger “Hornisse/Nashorn”, and 8.8 cm Steyr-Waffentraeger. This 80 page book is heavily illustrated with 21 scale drawings and 73 clear/rare large-format photos.
Panzer Tracts No. 9-3 - “Jagdpanther” - Panzerjaeger Panther (8.8 cm Pak) (Sd.Kfz.173) Ausf.G1 und G2
We spent hundreds of hours accurately measuring survivors and over a thousand hours drawing at full-scale to create as-built drawings for the first time - accurate to the same tight tolerances demanded of the original assembly firms. Hundreds of research hours went into finding the numerous previously unnoticed modifications. Therefore, we have selected the unique approach of using 1/10th scale drawings to illustrate the smallest details, while six-view (including right side and belly) 1/35th scale drawings are still used for the complete Jagdpanther. We also created “flat-plane” drawings of many components to aid modelers make accurate parts that are hard to replicate when only drawn at angle. This book is also loaded with information on the development history, production, unit organization, issue, tactics, and wartime reports from front-line units. This 92 page book is heavily illustrated with over 200 scale drawings and 45 clear/rare large-format photos.
Panzer Tracts No. 15-2 - mittlere Schuetzenpanzerwagen (Sd.Kfz.251)
History of Variants, Production, Organization, Issue, Tactics, and Employment in Action from 1939 to 1942 - A trip was made to the end of the earth (well, South Africa anyway) to accurately mea-sure the surviving Ausf.B and numerous trips (a bit closer to home) were made to thoroughly measure a surviving Ausf.C with a riveted armor body in order to create detailed as-built drawings. This in depth research also allowed the creation of accurate drawings of the related Ausf.A and the often misidentified mittlere ungepanzerte Mannschaftstransportwagen (Sd.Kfz.251). This book is also loaded with new information on the history, production, unit organization, issue, tactics, and wartime reports from front-line units. In accordance with our high standards, the text and data are based solely on primary sources. 24 drawings and 56 rare photos illustrate this 52 page book.
Panzer Tracts No. 5-3 - Panzerkampfwagen “Panther” Ausf.G
We spent hundreds of hours precisely measuring survivors and over a thousand hours drawing at full-scale to create as-built drawings for the first time - accurate to the same tight tolerances demanded of the original assembly firms. Hundreds of research hours went into finding the numerous previously unnoticed modifications. Therefore, we have selected the unique approach of using 1/10th scale drawings to illustrate the smallest details, while six-view (including right side and belly) 1/35th scale drawings are still used for the complete Panther. We also created “flat-plane” drawings of many components to aid modelers make accurate parts that are hard to replicate when only drawn at an angle. This 68 page book is the ultimate accurate reference for the Panther Ausf.G and the F.G.1250 infra-red scope and sight with over 200 scale drawings and 29 clear/rare large-format photos. Panzer Tracts No. 7-1 - Panzerjaeger (3.7 cm Tak to Pz.Sfl.Ic)
Now for the first time we present an accurate detailed history of the creation, production, and combat action of these famous tank destroyers. This first volume covers the initial attempts to create chassis specifically designed for self-propelled anti-tank guns (which didn’t get into mass production) and the resulting makeshift conversions on available armored chassis that had to be used in combat. Altogether 12 different projects are covered starting with the real Zwischenloesung, Krupp L.S.K., L.Tr.Sfl., 3.7 cm and 7.5 cm Sfl., Pz.Sfl.II, 8.8 cm Flak 18 Sfl., Pz.Sfl.IVa, Pz.Jaeg.I, 4.7 cm Pak(t) auf Pz.Kpfw.35R, and ending with the rare trial Pz.Sfl.Ia and Pz.Sfl.Ic. New as-built drawings - accurate to the same tight tolerances demanded of the original assembly firms - were created for both production series of the 4.7 cm Pak(t) (Sfl) auf Pz.Kpfw.I. This 72 page book is heavily illustrated with 17 scale drawings and 67 clear/rare large-format photos. Panzer Tracts No. 5-2 - Panzerkampfwagen "Panther"Ausf.A
We spent hundreds of hours accurately measuring survivors and hundreds of days drawing at full-scale to create as-built drawings for the first time - accurate to the same tight tolerances demanded of the original assembly firms. Hundreds of research hours went into finding the numerous previously unnoticed modifications. Many of these newly discovered details would remain "hidden" if printed as 1/35th scale overview drawings. Therefore, we have selected the unique approach of using 1/10th scale drawings to illustrate the smallest details on components; while six-view (including right side and belly) 1/35th scale drawings are still used for the complete Panther. We also created "flat-plane" drawings of many components to aid modelers make accurate parts that are hard to replicate when only drawn at angle. This 68-page book is heavily illustrated with over 200 scale drawings and 38 clear/rare large-format photos. Panzer Tracts No. 5-1 - Panzerkampfwagen "Panther"
We spent hundreds of hours accurately measuring survivors and hundreds of days drawing at full-scale to create as-built drawings for the first time - accurate to the same tight tolerances demanded of the original assembly firms. Hundreds of research hours went into finding the numerous previously unnoticed modifications. Many of these newly discovered details would remain "hidden" if printed as 1/35th scale overview drawings. Therefore, we have selected the unique approach of using 1/10th scale drawings to illustrate the smallest details on components; while six-view (including right side and belly) 1/35th scale drawings are still used for the complete Panther. We also created "flat-plane" drawings of many components to aid modelers make accurate parts that are hard to replicate when only drawn at angle. This 72 page book is heavily illustrated with over 100 scale drawings, 11 original drawings, and 44 clear/rare large-format photos. Available 10Apr03.
development and employment from 1927 to 1941
Ausf.D with Versuchs-Serie Panther, Fgst.Nr.V2
Last Updated January 3 2013.