Dragon 1/35 Sd.Kfz.251/22 with 7.5cm PaK 40 # 6963

The Sd.Kfz.251/22 with 7.5cm PaK 40 was a variant of the German half-track armored personnel carrier (APC) used during World War II.

Developed by Germany, the Sd.Kfz.251 series was highly versatile, serving as a platform for various weapon systems to support infantry operations.

In this particular variant, designated Sd.Kfz.251/22, the standard personnel carrier configuration was modified to mount a 7.5cm PaK 40 anti-tank gun.

The 7.5cm PaK 40 was a powerful and effective anti-tank weapon used by the German military, capable of penetrating the armor of most Allied tanks at medium ranges.

The Sd.Kfz.251/22 provided infantry units with mobile anti-tank firepower, allowing them to engage enemy armored vehicles and fortifications while providing protection and mobility on the battlefield.

Its combination of armor protection, cross-country mobility, and firepower made it a valuable asset for German forces during offensive and defensive operations.

While the Sd.Kfz.251/22 offered improved anti-tank capabilities compared to standard infantry guns, it faced limitations such as limited ammunition storage and vulnerability to enemy counterattacks.

Nevertheless, it served alongside other variants of the Sd.Kfz.251 series throughout World War II, contributing to the German war effort on various fronts.

The Sd.Kfz.251/22 with 7.5cm PaK 40 variant exemplified the German military's strategy of integrating infantry and armored support to create versatile and effective combat units capable of engaging a wide range of enemy targets on the battlefield.