Schwerer Zugkraftwagen 18t Sd.Kfz. 9 (Artillery Version)

The Sd.Kfz. 9 Schwerer Zugkraftwagen, heavy prime mover, was  a German half-track used in World War II. Seeing its widespread use, the Sd.kfz. 9 was the heaviest half-tracks built in Germany during the war years. Mainly deployed as a prime mover for very heavy towed guns with extra rows of seats to accommodate the deployed crew. Other Sd.Kfz. 9s also fulfilled the tank recovery vehicle roles, like the FAMO, as well as anti-air gun vehicles.

Equipped with a Maybach 12-cylinder, 10.8 litre gasoline engine, the FAMO would link with either 2 or 3 other recovery vehicles to recover or tow heavier vehicles like the Tiger I. Recovering vehicles would also require the need of towing aSd.Ah.116, the Type 116 Trailer, connected with the 18 ton heavy half track. This allowed for the transportation of 22-23 ton class tanks such as the Panzer III & IV tanks as well as other heavy artillery, and heavy machinery.

Trumpeter Schwerer Zugkraftwagen 18t Sd.Kfz. 9 (Artillery Version) features:

• Highly detailed Sd.Kfz. 9 kit.
• Complete Maybach engine, radiator, and transmission.
• Highly detailed chassis with suspension system, dual exhaust, rear winch, and gasoline tank.
• Highly detailed half-track wheels and sprocket with idlers.
• Steerable front wheels after assembly. 
• Individual, workable track links.
• Highly detailed driver’s cabin, rear benches, and rear ammunition rack.
• Rubber tires with authentic tread patterns.
• Length of nylon rope to depict tow cable
• Die-cut masking tape for transparent parts.
• 1 marking option.