The Hanomag Sd.Kfz 251 named after its manufacturer Hannoversche Maschinenbau AG was the ubiquitous German half-track used throughout World War II to transport mechanised infantry units panzergrenadiers.
The carrier version was adapted to various roles, throughout the conflict and was used in most theatres. The German designation for the carrier SdKfz 251 was short for special ordinance vehicle, and the Sd.Kfz.251/23 was a turreted recce (Reconnaissance) version that was meant to replace the Sd.Kfz.250/9.
The turret was fitted with the short barrel 2cm KwK.38 cannon, to give excellent fire power when needed.
Contents:
- 1 resin Sd. Kfz 251/23
- metal pieces for detailing
Bolt Action stats
- Type: Transport and Tows
- Weapons: One forward facing pintle-mounted MMG covering the front arc
- Damage Value: 7+ (armoured carrier)
- Transport: up to 12 men
- Tow: Light or medium howitzer, light, medium or heavy anti-tank guns
- Special Rules: Open-topped, Flak (pintle-mounted MMGs/light autocannons)
- Options: May add an MMG, exchange 1 MMG for a forwrd-facing anti-tank gun or for a pedestal-mounted light autocannon with 360-degree arc of fire
- NB: Can also be inexperienced and veteran, see Bolt Action rulebook for more details
Models supplied unassembled and unpainted