251 Sonderkraftfahrzeug

An Overview

The 251 Sonderkraftfahrzeug was a German armoured half-track infantry fighting vehicle from World War II. It was designed to provide infantry with a mobile platform from which to fight, and was armed with a variety of weapons, including a machine gun, a 20mm cannon, and a flamethrower. The 251 was a versatile vehicle that could be used in a variety of roles, including reconnaissance, assault, and fire support. It was produced in large numbers, and served with the German Army throughout the war.

History and Development

The 251 was developed in the late 1930s, and was based on the chassis of the Sd.Kfz. 11 half-track. The first prototype was completed in 1939, and the vehicle entered production in 1940. The 251 was produced in a number of different variants, including the Ausf. A, Ausf. B, and Ausf. C. The Ausf. A was the most common variant, and was produced in large numbers. The Ausf. B was a specialized variant designed for use by paratroopers, and the Ausf. C was a more heavily armored variant designed for use in combat engineer roles.