Osprey Modelling Manuals #06: Modelling the SdKfz 251 Half-Track

The adoption of blitzkrieg tactics in the German Army prior to the start of World War II meant that Germany needed a new kind of fighting vehicle to transport troops around the battlefield in support of the Panzer spearheads. It was in response to this requirement that the armored halftrack was developed during the mid-1930s. The SdKfz 251 halftrack soon became one of the most numerous vehicles in German service during World War II, with over 15,000 produced. This title provides detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to build some of the most popular SdKfz 251 variants in both 1/72 and 1/35 scale. It also includes camouflage paint schemes and markings.

Expert advice on how to get the most from your modelling. Each book is a complete guide to building, detailing, converting and customizing all kinds of models. Illustrated with step-by-step color photography throughout. One of the most abundant vehicles in Germany's World War 2 arsenal, the SdKfz 251 half-track was developed in response to the blitzkrieg requirement for a tank able to transport troops to support the Panzer spearheads on the battlefields. Serving on every front from Russia to France, the SdKfz 251 appeared in a range of theatres and camouflage schemes that makes it an appealing challenge for modellers of all abilities--written by Robert Oehler, consultant editor of the Osprey Modelling series, this is the first volume ever dedicated to modelling the SdKfz 251.

Robert Oehler was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in 1964. He is currently employed by the University of California-Merced as a Management Services Officer (Business Manager). Robert is the former Marketing Manager at Tamiya America, Inc., and was regularly involved in the research that served as the basis for Tamiya military models. He holds a Bsc from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and a MA from Michigan State University. He has regularly contributed product reviews, demonstration articles and historical features for model magazines throughout the world and is currently a Consultant Editor for Tamiya Model Magazine International as well as the Osprey Modelling series. This is his first title for Osprey Publishing