Landwasserschlepper
(LWS)
Development of Landwasserschlepper (Land-Water-Tractor) started in 1936, but first 7 vehicles were
completed in July of 1940. Additional 14 were produced by March of 1941. It was designed by
Rheinmetall-Borsig as an amphibious vehicle for the use by engineers but it lacked storage and
loading/unloading access. To overcome this problem, special 10 and 20 ton amphibious trailers were made.
It carried 3 to 5 men crew and 20 passangers. Another problem was
that it was unarmored and could operate effectively in the combat area. LWS saw service in Russia and North Africa.
Specifications
| Weight: | 17000kg |
| Crew: | 5 men |
| Engine: | Maybach HL 120TRM / 12-cylinder / 300hp |
| Speed: | Road: 35km/h
Water: 12km/h |
| Range: | Road: 150km
Water: ---km |
| Fuel Capacity: | --- litres |
| Lenght: | 7.68m |
| Width: | 2.34m |
| Height: | 2.65m |
| Armament: | none |
| Ammo: | none |
| Armor: | none |
George Parada
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