Sd.Kfz. 142 Sturmgeschütz III (StuG III) | Germany

The Sd.Kfz. 142 Sturmgeschütz III (StuG III) was a German armored assault gun used by the Wehrmacht during World War II. It was based on the chassis of the Panzerkampfwagen III and was originally developed as mobile artillery to support the infantry in attacks on fortified positions. Later, the StuG III was converted into one of the most effective anti-tank vehicles of the war.

Areas of use: The StuG III was used on all major fronts, including the Eastern Front , the Western Front and in North Africa . It was particularly effective in combating enemy tanks and in supporting infantry during offensives and defensive operations.

For which country: Germany

Classification: Cannons and Artillery

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: The StuG III can be used as a versatile assault gun and anti-tank vehicle, perfect for a variety of scenarios.
• Flames of War: An essential vehicle for German Panzer divisions, providing both infantry support and anti-tank protection.
• Chain of Command: Ideal for scenarios that rely on effective anti-tank defense and support of infantry units.

Technical data:

• Crew: 4 (commander, gunner, loader, driver)
• Length: 5.40 m
• Width: 2.95 m
• Height: 2.16 m
• Weight: 23 tons
• Armor:
  • Front: 50–80 mm
  • Pages: 30 mm
  • rear: 30 mm
• Armament:
  • Main gun: 7.5 cm StuK 40 L/48
  • Coaxial MG 34 for infantry defense
• Engine: Maybach HL120 TRM, 12-cylinder, 300 hp
• Speed: Up to 40 km/h on the road