The heavy armored car Sd. Kfz. 232 (Schwere Panzerspähwagen 232) found its way into Wehrmacht units in the mid-1930s. Effective management of reconnaissance and radio communications between troops was an essential element of mobile combat and "blitzkrieg." The Sd.Kfz. 232 armored car was a legitimate response to this need. The mobility of the six-wheeled vehicle, both on the road and in the field, was combined with an improved radio configuration that allowed communication even over long distances. The armored vehicle was actually equipped with a bulky pylon antenna, later replaced by a vertical antenna, which guaranteed an effective communication system between command and troops on the battlefield. The turret's armament provided sufficient firepower for vehicle defense and advanced reconnaissance missions.
Plastic model to be glued together by Italeri. Kit does not include glue and paint.
Specifications:
- Scale: 1/35
- Product code: 6433
- Manufacturer: Italeri
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