Panzer IV Ausf. H – WWII German Medium Tank - Limited Restock Preorder

About the Panzer IV Ausf. H – WWII German Medium Tank:

The Panzer IV is easily recognizable. Over 8,500 were built, surpassing that of any other German tank, but pales when compared to the production of American Sherman and Soviet T-34 tanks. Both the short-barreled F1 and later long-barreled models were found in all theaters of operation throughout the entirety of the war. Design and production of the tank began in earnest during the 1930s. Early models were leant to the forces of Franco Spain during the Spanish Civil War. Here, a true test of Blitzkrieg tactics that Germany’s strategic command developed took place. The early model Panzer IV tanks were successful during the initial invasion of Europe, but by 1942 the tank needed an update. While it was successful in infantry support, it proved exemplary as a tank killer. The next generation of Panzer IV tanks upgraded to a powerful long-barreled 75mm gun and improved armor to better fit that role. However, that did not prove to be enough, as the Allies’ manufacturing machine was pushing at break-neck speeds. Another change was needed, and in January 1944, the final version of the Panzer IV was released.