Sd.Kfz.234/2 “Puma” The SdKfz 234 Puma was a German eight-wheeled heavy armored car developed during World War II. The Puma was the SdKfz 234/2 with a turret shaped like a horse’s hoof from above with 5-cm-cannon was originally developed for the never put into service light main battle tank Leopard. The Puma was primarily designed for reconnaissance missions, but its firepower (especially in the 234/2 variant) made it capable of engaging enemy light armor. Its excellent mobility and range allowed it to operate effectively behind enemy lines. The SdKfz 234 series represented the pinnacle of German armored car design during WWII, combining mobility, firepower, and reasonable protection. The diesel engine provided superior range compared to most contemporary vehicles. Manufacturer: MiniArt Availability: In stock SKU: MiniArt 35419 $53.00 Custom wishlist OK Add to wishlist Add to compare list Email a friend The Sd.Kfz. 234/1, also known as the "Puma," was a heavily armed reconnaissance vehicle used by the German military during World War II. It was designed to provide infantry support and was equipped with a 2.0 cm KwK 38 L/55 gun, which could penetrate 18 mm of flat plate at 100 meters. The vehicle was powered by a Tatra '103' diesel engine, producing 220 HP, allowing it to drive on roads at up to 50 mph with a range of about 563 miles before refueling. The Sd.Kfz. 234/1 was part of the Sd.Kfz. 234 series, which included other variants like the Sd.Kfz. 234/2 and Sd.Kfz. 234/3. These vehicles were known for their ruggedness and reliability, and they played a significant role in the German military's efforts to provide mobile reconnaissance and support during the war. Products specifications Attribute name Attribute value Country Germany Sub Group Armoured Car Group AFV Main Weapon 5 cm KwK 39 Wars Six-Day War, War over Water, WWII, Yom Kippur War Side Axis Vehicle Common Name Puma, Sd.Kfz. 234, Sonderkraftfahrzeug Scale 1/35 Vehicle Type Sd.Kfz. 234/2 Used By Bulgaria, Croatia, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Romania, Russia, Spain, Syria, Turkey Product tags Axis (477) , Germany (666) , WWII (444) , Russia (259) , Turkey (44) , Syria (56) , Croatia (48) , Hungary (109) , Romania (120) , Finland (73) , Bulgaria (84) , AFV (156) , Italy (93) , Armoured Car (44) , Sd.Kfz. 234/2 (4) , Sd.Kfz. 234 (5) , 5 cm KwK 39 (4) , Spain (46) , Sonderkraftfahrzeug (3) , Puma (3)
