Sd.Kfz. 231 8-wheel, armored fighting vehicle | Germany

The Sd.Kfz. 231 8-Rad was a heavy armored reconnaissance vehicle used by the German Wehrmacht during World War II. The vehicle was characterized by its eight wheels and good off-road capability, which made it an ideal vehicle for reconnaissance missions. The Sd.Kfz. 231 8-Rad was heavily armed and armored to gather intelligence in enemy areas and, if necessary, to be able to hold its own against enemy forces.

Areas of use: The Sd.Kfz. 231 8-Rad was used on all fronts of World War II, including the Eastern Front, the Western Front and in North Africa. Its main task was to reconnoiter enemy positions and collect information on their troop movements.

For which country: Germany

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: Ideal for reconnaissance scenarios and as a support unit for German forces to scout enemy positions and attack easy targets.
• Flames of War: Can be used as an essential part of a reconnaissance unit to gather important information about the enemy and support your own troops.
• Chain of Command: Perfect for scenarios that emphasize reconnaissance and rapid response to enemy movements.

Technical data:

• Crew: 4 (driver, radio operator, commander, gunner)
• Length: 5.88 m
• Width: 2.20 m
• Height: 2.55 m
• Weight: 8.3 tons
• Armor: 5-15 mm
• Armament: One 2 cm KwK 30 L/55 cannon and one coaxial 7.92 mm MG 34 machine gun
• Engine: Büssing-NAG L8V, 8-cylinder petrol engine, 150 hp
• Speed: Up to 85 km/h on the road