"The Sturmgeschütz, or StuG as it is more popularly known, while conceived as self-propelled, infantry support artillery, in time, formed the backbone of Germany's anti-tank operations during WWII. With more than 135 war-era photos, this volume chronicles the design, development, and deployment of the first six (of nine) variants of this famed and feared weapon. The material is arranged in seven chapters, each focusing on a specific production model, or Ausführung, of the Sturmgeschütz. This volume covers the Ausf. A through F/8 varaiants used during the early WWII years. Comprehensive tables reveal the details of performance, as well as technical specifications of each variant. A concise, easy to read text, and detailed photo captions expose the secrets of this iconic vehicle." -- Back cover.

The Sturmgeschütz is introduced --Sturmgeschütz Ausf. A -- Sturmgeschütz Ausf. B -- Sturmgeschütz Ausf. C/D -- Sturmgeschütz Ausf. E -- Sturmgeschütz Ausf. F/F8 -- Sturmhaubitze based on StuG Ausf. E.