Month: April 2010

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Verst. Kw. (Kfz. 24): Maintenance Truck

German Verst. Kw. (Kfz. 24): Maintenance TruckGerman nomenclature: Verstarker­kraft­wagen (Kfz. 24) mit Einheits­fahrgestell II für schwerer Pkw.

English designation: Maintenance truck with standard chassis II for heavy armored car.

SPECIFICATIONS
Net weight       3,150 kg       6,945 lb.
Pay load 1,750 kg3,857 lb.
Gross weight 4,300 kg9,480 lb.
Weight: Front axle2,000 kg4,409 lb.
Weight: Rear axle2,330 kg5,137 lb.
Length (overall)4,850 mm15 ft., 11 ins.
Width (overall)2,000 mm6 ft., 7 ins.
Height (overall)2,760 mm9 ft., 5/8 in.
Ground clearance230 mm9 ins.
Tread centers1,640 mm5 ft., 4 ins.
Wheelbase3,000 mm118 ins.
Wheel width210 mm8 1/4 ins.
Angle of approach 55°
Angle of departure 45°
Seating capacity
Fording depth 500 mm19 7/8 ins.
Climbing ability 25°
Overturn gradient (lengthwise) 45°
Overturn gradient (crosswise) 30°
Turning radius16.5 meters54 ft., 1 in.
Engine horsepower 90 c-v88.8 hp
Piston displacement4,000 cu cm240 cu. ins.
Fuel tank capacity120 liters31.7 gal.
Highway fuel consumption 6.7 m.p.g.
Average terrain fuel consumption 5.2 m.p.g.

German: p. 74.18

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Dieseleisber. 40 Anh. (1 achs.) fahrbar: Diesel Engine Ice Maker

Dieseleisber. 40 Anh. (1 achs.) fahrbar: Diesel Engine Ice MakerGerman nomenclature: Dieseleisbereiter 40 als Anhänger (1 achs.) fahrbar.

English designation: Transportable diesel engine ice maker 40 on trailer (single axle).

SPECIFICATIONS

Net weight         3,270 kg         7,209 lb.
Pay load 1,350 kg 2,965 lb.
Gross weight 4,620 kg 10,174 lb.
Weight: Front axle
Length (overall) 4,740 mm 15 ft., 7 ins.
Width (overall) 2,260 mm 7 ft., 5 ins.
Height (overall) 2,510 mm 8 ft., 3 ins.
Ground clearance 240 mm 9 1/2 ins.
Tread centers 1,240 mm 4 ft., 1 in.
Wheel width
Angle of approach
Angle of departure
Seating capacity
Fording depth
Overturn gradient (crosswise)

German: p. 74.81

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Sd. Anh. (1 achs.) (Sd. Ah. 54): Special Trailer

Sd. Anh. (1 achs.) (Sd. Ah. 54): Special TrailerGerman nomenclature: Sonderanhänger (1 achs) (Sd. Ah. 54).

English designation: Special trailer (single axle).

SPECIFICATIONS
Net weight       800 kg       1,764 lb.
Pay load450 kg992 lb.
Gross weight1,250 kg2,756 lb.
Weight: axle1,250 kg2,756 lb.
Length (overall)3,250 mm10 ft., 8 ins.
Width (overall)1,825 mm6 ft.
Height (overall)1,570 mm5 ft., 2 ins.
Ground clearance300 mm11 1/2 ins.
Tread centers1,140 mm4 ft., 8 ins.
Wheel width170 mm6 3/4 ins.
Angle of approach 25°
Angle of departure 25°
Seating capacity
Fording depth
Overturn gradient (crosswise) 50°

German: p. 74.81

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Messt.-u. Ger. Kw. (Kfz. 63): Measurement Range and Equipment Truck

Messt.-u. Ger. Kw. (Kfz. 63): Measurement Range and Equipment TruckGerman nomenclature: Messtellen-und Gerätkraftwagen (Kfz. 63) mit Einheitsfahrgestell für leichter Lastkraftwagen.

English designation: Measurement range and equipment truck with standard chassis for light truck.

SPECIFICATIONS

Net weight        5,400 kg        11,904 lb.
Pay load 1,900 kg 4,188 lb.
Gross weight 7,300 kg 16,093 lb.
Weight: Front axle 2,200 kg 4,850 lb.
Weight: Rear axle, each 2,550 kg 5,622 lb.
Length (overall) 6,110 mm20 ft.
Width (overall)2,235 mm7 ft., 4 ins.
Height (overall) 2,485 mm8 ft., 2 ins.
Ground clearance 280 mm11 1/4 ins.
Tread centers 1,720 mm5 ft., 8 ins.
Wheelbase3,100/1,100 mm122/43 ins.
Wheel width 2.15 mm8 1/2 ins.
Angle of approach  60°
Angle of departure  40°
Seating capacity  7
Fording depth 800 mm31 1/2 ins.
Climbing ability  30°
Overturn gradient (lengthwise)  50°
Overturn gradient (crosswise)  30°
Turning radius 17 meters55 ft., 2 ins.
Trailer load
Engine horsepower 85 c-v83.8 hp
Piston displacement 6,234 cu cm374 cu. ins.
Fuel tank capacity 120 liters31.7 gal.
Highway fuel consumption  7.3 m.p.g.
Average terrain fuel consumption  5.2 m.p.g.

German: p. 74.36

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Verm. Ger. Kw. (Kfz. 64): Range Finder Truck

Verm. Ger. Kw. (Kfz. 64): Range Finder TruckGerman nomenclature: Vermessungs­gerät­kraft­wagen (Kfz. 64) mit Fahr­gestell des leichter gelände­gängiger Lastkraftwagen (o).

English designation: Range finder truck with special chassis for light cross-country truck.

SPECIFICATIONS
Net weight       3,900 kg       8,597 lb.
Pay load1,150 kg2,535 lb.
Gross weight5,050 kg11,133 lb.
Weight: Front axle1,300 kg2,866 lb.
Weight: Rear axle, each1,875 kg4,133 lb.
Length (overall)5,750 mm18 ft., 10 ins.
Width (overall)2,150 mm7 ft.
Height (overall)2,350 mm7 ft., 8 ins.
Ground clearance200 mm7 1/2 ins.
Tread centers1,600 mm5 ft., 3 ins.
 1,800 mm5 ft., 11 ins.
 1,800 mm5 ft., 11 ins.
Wheelbase3,000/950 mm118/37 ins.
Wheel width170 mm6 3/4 ins.
Angle of approach 60°
Angle of departure 40°
Seating capacity 7
Fording depth600 mm23 5/8 ins.
Climbing ability 20°
Overturn gradient (lengthwise) 50°
Overturn gradient (crosswise) 30°
Turning radius19.5 meters64 ft.
Trailer load
Engine horsepower65 c-v64.1 hp
Piston displacement3,500 cu cm210 cu. ins.
Fuel tank capacity110 liters29 gal.
Highway fuel consumption 5.9 m.p.g.
Average terrain fuel consumption 4.3 m.p.g.

German: p. 74.36

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Fu. Kw. (Kzw./Lgw.) (Kfz. 302): Radio Truck

fuGerman nomenclature: Funkkraftwagen (Kurzwellan/Langwellan) (Kfz. 302) mit Einheitsfahrgestell für leichter Lastkraftwagen.

English designation: Radio truck with standard chassis

SPECIFICATIONS
Net weight       6,040 kg       13,315 lb.
Pay load1,260 kg2,777 lb.
Gross weight7,300 kg16,093 lb.
Weight: Front axle2,200 kg4,850 lb.
Weight: Rear axle, each2,550 kg5,622 lb.
Length (overall)6,000 mm19 ft., 8 ins.
Width (overall)2,200 mm7 ft., 2 ins.
Height (overall)2,950 mm9 ft., 8 ins.
Ground clearance280 mm11 1/4 ins.
Tread centers1,720 mm5 ft., 8 ins.
Wheelbase3,100/1,100 mm122/43 ins.
Wheel width215 mm8 1/2 ins.
Angle of approach 60°
Angle of departure 42°
Seating capacity800 mm31 1/2 ins.
Fording depth
Climbing ability 30°
Overturn gradient (lengthwise) 50°
Overturn gradient (crosswise) 30°
Turning radius17 meters55 ft., 2 ins.
Trailer load3,500 kg7,716 lb.
Engine horsepower85 c-v83.8 hp
Piston displacement6,234 cu cm374 cu. ins.
Fuel tank capacity120 liters31.7 gal.
Highway fuel consumption 7.3 m.p.g.
Average terrain fuel consumption 5.2 m.p.g.

German: p. 74.29

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Fu. Kw. (Kfz. 61): Radio Truck

Fu. Kw. (Kfz. 61): Radio TruckGerman nomenclature: Funkkraftwagen (Kfz. 61) mit Fehrgestell des leichter geländegängiger Lastkraftwagen (o).

English designation: Radio truck with special chassis for light cross-country truck.

SPECIFICATIONS

Net weight         3,700 kg         8,157 lb.
Pay load 1,300 kg 2,866 lb.
Gross weight 5,000 kg 11,020 lb.
Weight: Front axle 1,400 kg 3,086 lb.
Weight: Rear axle, each 1,800 kg 3,968 lb.
Length (overall) 5,630 mm 18 ft., 5 ins.
Width (overall) 2,060 mm 6 ft., 9 ins.
Height (overall) 2,650 mm 8 ft., 8 ins.
Ground clearance 225 mm 8 7/8 ins.
Tread centers 1,600 mm 5 ft., 3 ins.
  1,800 mm 5 ft., 11 ins.
  1,800 mm 5 ft., 11 ins.
Wheelbase 3.000/950 mm 118/37 ins.
Wheel width 170/350 mm 6 3/8 / 13 3/4 ins.
Angle of approach   60°
Angle of departure   40°
Seating capacity
Fording depth 600 mm 23 5/8 ins.
Climbing ability   20°
Overturn gradient (lengthwise)   50°
Overturn gradient (crosswise)   40°
Turning radius 19.5 meters 64 ft.
Trailer load
Engine horsepower 65 c-v 64.1 hp
Piston displacement 3,500 cu cm 7,716 cu. ins.
Fuel tank capacity 110 liters 29 gal.
Highway fuel consumption   5.9 m.p.g.
Average terrain fuel consumption   4.3 m.p.g.

German: p. 74.29

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10 cm K. 18: Field Gun

10 cm K. 18: Field Gun

The 10 cm Field Gun K. 18 was at one time standard equipment for German Field Artillery. The barrel consists of a jacket, an exchangeable tube, and a screwed-on breech. The breech mechanism is a single-motion, crank-operated, horizontal sliding block type, fitted with a repeating trip-lock. All the usual safety devices are provided, and, in addition, the breech is secured when the buffer piston rod is disconnected from the gun.

The top carriage is arranged to traverse about a vertical pivot up to 30° right and left. The cradle is mounted on the top carriage by trunnions set far to the rear. Balance is maintained by a pair of equilibrators, one on each side of the weapon. The hydraulic buffer is housed in the cradle, whereas the hydropneumatic recuperator is situated above the gun.

The carriage, of split-trail construction, is so designed that the wheels and the two trail spades are able to adjust themselves to irregularities of the surface of the ground. The spring suspension may readily be put in action for traveling, and out of action for firing, by means of two handwheels. The piece may be transported by either motor vehicle or horses. For mechanical traction, rubber tires are fitted to the carriage.

A pointer or indicator system is used for sighting purposes. Ammunition used is a high-explosive shell with a TNT bursting charge.

SPECIFICATIONS

Caliber         105 mm (4.137 ins.)
Weight of gun 4,011.28 lb.
Length 17.9 ft.
Muzzle velocity (maximum) 2,660 f/s
Range 20,776 yds.
Elevation 45°
Depression 0°
Traverse 60°

German: p. 107

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9 mm Pistole 38 (Walther): Automatic Pistol

9 mm Pistole 38 (Walther): Automatic Pistol

This weapon is steadily taking its place as the standard issue for the German Army. It is even believed to be gradually replacing the Luger (Pistole ’08) as the official German military sidearm.

Although the Walther lacks the stopping power of the U.S. Colt .45, it is, nevertheless, a handy weapon because of its good balance and its double action. This latter feature enables the weapon to be fired simply by squeezing the trigger without cocking the hammer. It is one of the few military automatic pistols with the double action feature.

The Walther is a recoil-operated pistol with a slide that moves directly to the rear, resembling in this respect the Colt rather than the Luger. It is fed by an eight-round magazine that fits into the pistol butt. The safety catch is located at the left rear of the slide. There is also a device which enables a quick check in order to determine whether or not there is a cartridge in the chamber. This is in the form of a small pin which protrudes from the back of the slide when a cartridge is in the chamber.

German standard 9 mm Parabellum ammunition is regular issue, but the pistol will accommodate British and United States manufactured 9 mm Parabellum ammunition for the Sten and Lanchester submachine guns. It will also use Italian Mod. 38 9 mm ammunition designed for the Beretta submachine gun.

A leather holster, spare magazines, and a magazine holder are issued with this weapon.

SPECIFICATIONS

Caliber         9 mm (actually .347 in.)
Weight with empty magazine 2 lb., 1 3/4 oz.
Weight with full magazine 2 lb., 5 1/4 oz.
Length 8 1/2 ins.
Length of barrel 4.75 ins.
Principle of operation Short recoil, double action
Feeding device Removable magazine in butt
Capacity 8 rounds
Sights
    Front Inverted V blade
    Rear Open V notch
Muzzle velocity 1,040 f/s-1,250 f/s
Range
    Effective 50 ft.
    Maximum 1,150 yds.

German: p. 203

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m. Schn. Pflg. Thp. E: Medium Snow Plow

m. Schn. Pflg. Thp. E: Medium Snow PlowGerman nomenclature: mittlerer Schneepflug Thp. E.

English designation: Medium snow plow.

SPECIFICATIONS

Net weight         680 kg         1,500 lb.
Length (overall) 3,540 mm 11 ft., 7 ins.
Width (overall) 3,000 mm 9 ft., 10 ins.
Height (overall) 1,000 mm 3 ft., 3 ins.
Ground clearance
Tread centers
Wheelbase
Angle of approach
Angle of departure
SNOW PLOW
Clearing width 3.0 m 9 ft., 10 ins.
Clearing height 1.2 m 3 ft., 11 ins.

German: p. 74.102