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Panzer IV - PzKpfw IV Ausf A to J

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Tanks in Detail Book 1
Author - Jonathan Forty
Published in 2002 by Ian Allen Publishing, UK
Softcover, 96 Pages
Size - 25cm * 19cm

More than any other German tank in service during World War Two, the Sonderkraftfarhzeug 161 (SdKfz 161) Panzerkampfwagen IV (PzKpfw IV) was the backbone of the Panzer divisions.

First conceived in 1934, it continued to be produced, used and modified throughout the war, surpassing the PzKpfw III (SdKfz 141) and ensuring its exceptional record as on of the few pieces of pre-war designed heavy equipment to be manufacured right up until the end of hostilities, by which time 8,500 PzKpfw IV chassis had been completed.

Designed specifically with the modeller, preservationist and wargamer in mind, Ian Allen Publishing's 'in Detail' series provides readers with a comprehensive history of the type of tank, self-propelled gun or military transport featured.

Each volume in the series includes a detailed history of the equipment in service, along with information on variants, markings and unit allocation.Alongside the comprehensive illustrated section every book also includes scale drawings.

Featuring:

* Design Development history
* Chassis - engines - tracks
* Turret - fighting compartment
* Armament
* Markings and insignia
* Line Drawings

About the author

Jonathan Forty produces Tank magazine, the official publication of the Royal Tank Regiment, and has contributed to many military publications.

Fully Illustrated with B&W and Colour photos, and B&W drawings