KUBELWAGEN : SCHWIMMWAGEN

Designed by Ferdinand Porsche and built by Volkswagen, the Type 82 Kubelwagen and amphibious cousin 128/166 Schwimmwagen were kind to the Germans that the Jeep was the Allies and were widely used during World War II, the depths of winter the eastern front in the searing heat of the Libyan desert.Reliability and simplicity were key to their success. This legendary reputation forged during the war persisted thereafter: prized by collectors of military vehicles around the world, it is searched and restored.The author, Chris McNab, describes the development and detailed design and functionality, including mechanical level.A feedback on driving and operational maintenance describes the behavior of Kubelwagen and Schwimmwagen in combat. The book is illustrated with over 250 period photographs, technical drawings and detailed views restored copies."

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- L'Alsace, 1er décembre 2017