Sd..Kfz 223 Leichter Panzerspahwagen Funk The Sd.Kfz. 223 was Command and Communications vehicle, distinguished by its large collapsible aerial antenna frame above the gun emplacement. It featured a crew of three, including a driver, commander, and machine gunner. The Sd.Kfz. 223 was produced in 567 units from 1936 to January 1944, benefiting from its dedicated armored chassis and Horch V8 gasoline engine for cross-country travel. The vehicle's design was closely related to the Sd.Kfz. 221, with a stepped rear upper hull section and a tapered hatch covering the engine compartment. The Sd.Kfz. 223 was used for reconnaissance and communications missions, with its light armor protection and 4x4 wheeled design providing it with the necessary strength for military service. Manufacturer: Hobby Boss Availability: In stock SKU: Hobby Boss 82443 $30.00 Custom wishlist OK Add to wishlist Add to compare list Email a friend An armoured car with similar features to the Sd. Kfz. 221, but with the addition of a frame antenna and a 30-watt FuG 10 medium-range radio set; full designation was Leichter Panzerspähwagen (Fu). Later versions of the vehicle were equipped with an improved 80-watt FuG 12 radio set. It was originally armed with an MG 13 machine gun, but in 1938 this was changed to an MG 34. The three-man crew consisted of a driver, commander and radio operator. Production ran from 1936 to January 1944, with at least 567 vehicles produced. Products specifications Attribute name Attribute value Country Germany Sub Group Command/Radio Vehicle Group AFV Main Weapon 7.92 mm MG-34 Wars WWII Side Axis Vehicle Common Name Leichter Panzerspahwagen Funk Scale 1/35 Vehicle Type Sd.Kfz. 223 Used By Germany, Italy Product tags Axis (477) , Germany (666) , WWII (444) , AFV (156) , Command/Radio Vehicle (16) , Italy (93) , Sd.Kfz. 223 (1) , Leichter Panzerspahwagen Funk7.92 mm MG-34 (1)
