The German Sd.Kfz. 251/22 was a late-war variant of the widely used Sd.Kfz. 251 half-track, converted into a tank destroyer to bolster Germany’s anti-tank capabilities in the face of overwhelming Allied armor. Introduced in 1944, the 251/22 mounted the powerful 7.5cm PaK 40 anti-tank gun onto the chassis of the Sd.Kfz. 251 Ausf. D, transforming the vehicle into a mobile and cost-effective platform for ambush tactics. The gun, capable of penetrating most Allied tanks, was mounted in an open-top compartment with limited traverse, making the vehicle highly vulnerable to return fire and air attacks. Armor remained light—up to 14.5mm—providing only minimal protection for the crew of 4–5 men. Despite its vulnerabilities, the Sd.Kfz. 251/22 was a clever adaptation of existing equipment, offering much-needed firepower during Germany’s defensive campaigns in 1944–45. It saw service on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, often employed in hit-and-run tactics or as a mobile reserve. While produced in relatively small numbers, it reflected Germany's growing reliance on improvised and multi-role vehicles in the final stages of the war.
 
This kit comes with a driver as standard. 
 
Multi part resin model.
 
Printed by Imperator Models on License from Night Sky Miniatures.