sd kfz 234.4 Pakwagen
Sd.Kfz. 234/4
The Sd.Kfz. 234/4 Pakwagen, was a German armored car used during World War II. It was part of the Sd.Kfz. 234 series, which included several variants designed for reconnaissance and other specialized roles.
Development and Design
- Origins: The Sd.Kfz. 234 series was developed to replace the earlier Sd.Kfz. 231 (8-Rad) series. Work on the 234 series began in 1940, with the goal of creating a more versatile and capable armored car for reconnaissance purposes.
- Manufacturers: The primary manufacturers involved in the production were Büssing-NAG, responsible for the chassis, and Daimler-Benz, which provided the engines. The turret and armament were produced by the company Rheinmetall-Borsig.
(Well, maybe not about sd kfz 234.4 variant)
Technical Specifications
- Chassis and Suspension:
- The Sd.Kfz. 234/4 featured an all-wheel-drive (8x8) configuration, providing excellent off-road capability.
- It had a central tire inflation system, allowing the crew to adjust tire pressure according to the terrain.
- Engine:
- Powered by a Tatra 103 air-cooled V12 diesel engine, producing around 210 horsepower.
- The vehicle could reach speeds of up to 90 km/h (56 mph) on roads and had a range of approximately 800 kilometers (497 miles).
- Dimensions:
- Length: 6.02 meters (19.75 feet)
- Width: 2.36 meters (7.74 feet)
- Height: 2.10 meters (6.89 feet)
- Weight: Approximately 11.74 tons (25,870 lbs)
- Armor:
- The armor thickness ranged from 8 mm to 30 mm, offering protection against small arms fire and shrapnel.
Armament:
To increase the firepower of the Sd.Kfz.234, the Sd.Kfz.234/4 installed pak40 ( A wonderful cannon that was used by the most noob dog German soldiers in the "Fury") - on the open chassis, replacing the turret of previous models.
Secondary armament included a coaxial 7.92 mm MG34 machine gun.
Crew and Operations
- Crew Composition:
- The vehicle was operated by a crew of four: a commander, gunner, driver, and radio operator.
Deployment:
- The Sd.Kfz. 234/4 saw service from the end of 1944 until the end of the war in 1945.
*Combat Performance:
- The sd kfz 234.4 was well-regarded for its excellent off-road capabilities and effective armament.
- Legacy:
- Despite its effectiveness, production numbers were limited due to the complexity and cost of the vehicle.
Controls
AG 1-4 : Toolbox
AG 5 : Driver's windows
AG 6 : Headlights
AG 7 : :)))))))))))
AG 8 : Engine air intake on/off
*When u press fire button and hold it for 3/4 sec, relod system start working
Links
Sd kfz 234/1 (coming soon)
Specifications
Spotlights
- TemporaryReplacement 2 months ago
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 7.8ft (2.4m)
- Length 23.0ft (7.0m)
- Height 14.0ft (4.3m)
- Empty Weight 23,404lbs (10,616kg)
- Loaded Weight 24,069lbs (10,917kg)
Performance
- Wing Loading N/A
- Wing Area 0.0ft2 (0.0m2)
- Drag Points 6122
Parts
- Number of Parts 1042
- Control Surfaces 0
- Performance Cost 4,898
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