German Hummel SP Artillery

The German Hummel mounted a 150 mm howitzer in an open-topped armored compartment on a purpose-built chassis using Panzer III and IV components. It gave armored formations heavy artillery able to move with their operations. Limited onboard ammunition made supply vehicles essential, while the Hummel’s mission centered on indirect fire support rather than tank-versus-tank combat. The open fighting compartment simplified the installation of a large howitzer but left the crew exposed to fragments and weather. Artillery batteries needed observers, communications, fire-direction arrangements, and ammunition transport in addition to the guns themselves. Hummel therefore represents mobile indirect fire within an armored force, not a heavily protected assault vehicle intended to lead an attack.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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