Samsonov, Peter
Panzer III Vs T-34: Eastern Front 1941 (Duel)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472860934
- author:
- Samsonov, Peter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Osprey Publishing (UK)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 80
- Dimensions:
- 24.8 x 18.4 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The PzKpfw III and T-34 medium tanks clashed on the Eastern Front in 1941, marking a pivotal moment in the Great Patriotic War. This study examines the German PzKpfw III and Soviet T-34, two designs intended to be the primary medium tanks of their respective armies.
Despite manufacturing difficulties, both tanks saw action, with the T-34 establishing a fearsome reputation that often didn't match its actual performance. The PzKpfw III, smaller and lighter than its opponent, benefited from the support of a more seasoned army, but ultimately lost relevance as it became clear it couldn't match the T-34's firepower at range.
Full-colour artwork, archive photographs, and authoritative text combine to reveal how the Germans countered the T-34's tactical strengths, while also exploring the limitations of the PzKpfw III. This detailed analysis draws on Russian- and German-language sources to provide a comprehensive understanding of these two iconic tanks.
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