Sd.Kfz. 251/8 Ausf.C 1942. Mittlere Krankenpanzerwagen
Hanomag Hkl6p Sd.Kfz. 251 ausf C is one of the most iconing german halftracks, this exact specimen was found in Ukraine year 2006, schassis were seriously damaged:
front part of frame blown/cut away, and one sprocket completely destroyed, surely vehicle got hit driven onto anti-tank mine, impact was really strong.
Process in detail
Original historical photos
specifications
Crew 2
Communication 251/8 I - Fusprech f, 251/8 II Fu 5
Main armament none
Additional armament MP-40, sometimes field re-equipped with MG-34/42 in panzerschild.
Combat weight 7,45 ton
Engine Maybach HL 42 TUKRRM
VIN/Fahrgestell A2507
Maximum speed 50 km/h
Hand and pedal brakes air
Wheels 18'
Tyres 190-18 gelaende 2.25 atu
Length 5,8 meter
Width 2,0 meter
Height 1,85 meter
Turning radius 12,5 meter
Loading area 4x strechers + 2 seats for sanitary personnel
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