Sd.Kfz. 254
The Sdkfz 254 was a fully tracked German scout car during World War II.
From 1936, the RK-7 was developed by Saurer as an artillery tractor for the Austrian army. Testing was completed and in 1937, an order was placed for the tractors and they were manufactured in 1938. About 12 vehicles were made prior to Anschluss (annexation of Austria by Germany in 1938).
After Austria was incorporated into Germany the vehicle continued to be manufactured. Records indicate that a total of 140 units were built. The new designation by Germany was Sd Kfz 254. The vehicle featured a wheel-cum-track layout and a diesel motor. The wheels were lowered when it was used on roads and retracted for track movement cross-country. A number saw service with the Afrikakorps, serving as artillery observation vehicles after being fitted with a radio and rail antenna.
Specifications
Weight: 6.4 tons Length: 4.56 meters Width: 2.02 meters, 2.20 on wheels Height: 1.88 meters Armament: 1 x 7.92MG Armour: 6-15mm Performance: 60 kpm Range: 500 km on wheels Engine: Saurer CRDv 4cyl, 70hp diesel
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