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by Peter Samsonov.
Softcover (7.25×9.75 inches). 80 pages. 2025.
The latest volume follows the usual series format with an overview of the design, specifications, development, and deployment of both armored vehicles, but with an emphasis on combat operations during Germany’s Spring Awakening offensive in 1945.
Both vehicles had positives and negatives. The Hetzer had narrow tracks, which limited mobility in mud and soft ground and the SU-76M had such weak armor, just about any weapon stronger than a MG could disable it. Yet the guns, and the Hetzer had a slightly better one, could take on all the major tanks — although the Soviets often used SU-76Ms like tanks in the assault, which caused significant losses.
The booklet contains 16 black and white photos, 30 color photos, four black and white illustrations, 14 color illustrations, two color maps, and two color two-page action illustrations.
Enjoyed it.
— Reviewed by Russ Lockwood
