Wespe SP Artillery

The Wespe mounted a German 10.5-centimeter field howitzer on a modified Panzer II chassis. It gave armored formations mobile artillery support while reusing a chassis whose original tank role had become outdated. An open-topped fighting compartment eased gun operation but exposed the crew, and ammunition supply remained essential to sustained fire missions.

Introduced in 1943, the Wespe carried the leFH 18-series howitzer with the engine repositioned to create working space toward the rear. It normally fired indirectly as part of an artillery battery rather than fighting like a turreted tank. Dedicated ammunition vehicles supported its limited onboard supply. Its appearance alongside heavier Hummel vehicles reflected German efforts to give panzer formations artillery able to relocate with advancing forces while using available industrial resources.

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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