1943 - German SP Assault Howitzer StuG III (SdKfz 142/2)

Armament:       1-10.5cm howitzer StuH.42 L/28
                            1 - 7.92mm coaxial MG 34
Engine:             Maybach, HL 120TRM,. V-12, gas  300hp                                
Speed:            25 mph
Range:           102 miles
Crew:              4
Weight:           26.4 tons

This was an early version of the 10.5cm howitzer with a muzzle brake (missing on this tank). Used for close support of infantry. Gun is mounted in armored superstructure on PzKw III chassis. Over 1200 produced. The 10.5cm howitzer provided heavier destructive fire power  This version with a muzzle brake could fire a supercharge.