{"product_id":"dragon-1-35-sd-kfz-251-16-ausf-d-flammpanzerwagen-plastic-model-kit-6219","title":"Dragon 1:35  Sd.Kfz. 251\/16 Ausf. D Flammpanzerwagen Plastic Model Kit 6219","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"557\" data-start=\"136\"\u003eThe Sd.Kfz. 251\/16 Ausf.D Flammpanzerwagen was a specialised flamethrower variant of Germany's famous Sd.Kfz. 251 half-track, designed to provide close-range fire support during assaults on fortified positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"557\" data-start=\"136\"\u003e Introduced in 1943, it combined the mobility and reliability of the standard armoured personnel carrier with powerful flame projectors capable of clearing trenches, bunkers and heavily defended urban positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"559\"\u003eBased on the simplified Ausf.D chassis, the vehicle featured redesigned armour that was quicker and more economical to manufacture while maintaining excellent protection for its crew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"969\" data-start=\"559\"\u003e Powered by a Maybach HL 42 six-cylinder petrol engine, the Sd.Kfz. 251\/16 could keep pace with German armoured formations across a wide variety of terrain, making it well suited to supporting fast-moving mechanised operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1460\" data-start=\"971\"\u003eThe vehicle was equipped with two externally mounted flamethrowers positioned on either side of the hull, supplied by internal fuel tanks containing a specialised flammable mixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1460\" data-start=\"971\"\u003eThe flame projectors could deliver jets of burning fuel over distances of up to 35 metres, creating a devastating psychological and physical effect against enemy troops in defensive positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1460\" data-start=\"971\"\u003eA pair of MG34 or MG42 machine guns provided additional firepower for self-defence and suppressing enemy infantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003eThe Sd.Kfz. 251\/16 saw service on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, where it was employed in support of infantry and engineer units during assaults on fortified positions and in close-quarter fighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003eAlthough highly effective in its intended role, the vehicle's limited range and vulnerable fuel system meant it relied heavily on supporting troops for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1967\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003eToday, the Flammpanzerwagen remains one of the most distinctive and specialised variants of the versatile Sd.Kfz. 251 half-track family.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dragon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54628434542915,"sku":"6219","price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/8477\/7795\/files\/71377_rd.jpg?v=1783691670","url":"https:\/\/stocktonmodeller.co.uk\/products\/dragon-1-35-sd-kfz-251-16-ausf-d-flammpanzerwagen-plastic-model-kit-6219","provider":"Stockton Modeller","version":"1.0","type":"link"}