Hornisse/Nashorn Technical Information
88mm PaK aug Gw III/IV Hornisse oder Nashorn (Hornet or Rhinoceros), SdKfz 164
Principal manufacturer(s): Deutsche Eisenwerke
Production date(s): 1943-44
Armament: 1 x 88mm PaK 43/2 L/71; 1 x 7.92mm MG
Crew: 4-5
Weight in action: 25tons
Overall length: 6.2m
Height: 2.94m
Width: 2.95m
Track width: 40cm
Ground clearance: 40cm
Maximum road speed: 40km/h
Range (roads): 250km
Range (cross-country): 160km
Engine type: Maybach HL120 TRM V-12 petrol
Engine power: 300 bhp at 3,000 rpm
Engine capacity: 11,867 cc
Fuel capacity: 600 liters
Armor thickness: superstructure 10mm all round; hull 20-30mm
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