Panzer Tracts No.3-3: Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.J, L, M & N

In Panzer Tracts No.3-3: Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.J, L, M & N, Thomas Jentz and Hilary Doyle meticulously detail the development and production of the final four versions of the Panzerkampfwagen III.

The authors conducted extensive global travels, spending countless hours measuring surviving Panzerkampfwagen III. They produced precise 1:1 scale drawings using advanced CAD software, with scaled versions at 1:35 or 1:10, maintaining the original assembly firms’ tolerances. The book includes 1:35 scale CAD drawings for three Ausf.J, four Ausf.L, one Ausf.M and four Ausf.N variants, alongside detailed depictions of the hull and turret variations. Additionally, comprehensive 1:10 scale CAD drawings cover specific components, tools, and fixtures spanning 12 pages.

This text comprehensively explores the evolution of the Ausf. J-N models and their respective modifications. It includes production statistics and details on chassis allocations to assembly plants, aiding in identifying vehicles in operational contexts.

Collaborating closely with Hilary Doyle, Panzerwrecks has significantly enhanced this essential publication with expanded content and a wealth of new photographs. This updated edition is an indispensable resource for accurate historical insights and precise scale drawings of the Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.J, L, M, and N.

Book Data

Authors: Thomas Jentz & Hilary Doyle
ISBN: 9781915969293
Language: English
Pages: 102
Photos: 76
CAD Drawings: 40 pages
Physical: Softcover, 280x215mm, portrait

Introduction
Panzerkampfwagen III (5cm) (Sd.Kfz.141) Ausf.J
8.Serie/Z.W. (Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.J, L, M & N)
CAD Drawings
Panzerkampfwagen III (5cm Kw.K.39 L/60) (Sd.Kfz.141/1) Ausf.L
Panzerkampfwagen III (5cm Kw.K.39 L/60) (Sd.Kfz.141/1) Ausf.M
Panzerkampfwagen III (7.5cm Kw.K. L/24) (Sd.Kfz.141/2) Ausf.N

Improvements

14 more pages
Five more photographs
Rewritten captions
Reworked images for clarity and tonal quality
Clearer layout and navigation
Table of Contents
Vertical title block on the covers
Perfect bound for durability

About the Authors

Hilary L Doyle
Author

Hilary initially trained as a civil engineering draughtsman with the Irish Railways, but later achieved Chartered Engineer status. In 1967, he became a pioneer of technical desktop computing in Ireland. From 1973, his professional career was in management in the computer industry, and he was awarded a Fellowship of the Irish Computer Society. Hilary lives with his wife near Dublin and has eight grandchildren.

Thomas L Jentz ✟
Author

Tom was from Indiana and spent a year at Purdue University before serving in an armoured unit of the US Army in Germany, later completing nuclear training with the Army. After returning to civilian life, he worked as a nuclear health physicist and consultant to the nuclear industry, living with his family near the US National Archives in Washington, DC. His interest in military history was shaped by stories from his Uncle Ed, who the Wehrmacht had captured in North Africa after an action in which 100 Sherman tanks were destroyed. Tom died in 2012.

Website Reviews

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Panzer-Modell.de

Reference for these models:

Academy 13531 German Panzer Ⅲ Ausf.J
Academy 13545 German Panzer Ⅲ Ausf.L
Airfix 1378 Panzer III Ausf.J
Das Werk 16002 Panzer III Ausf.J 3 in 1
Dragon 6394 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.J
Dragon 6474 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N
Ryefield Model 5070 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.J
Ryefield Model 5072 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.J
Takom 08005 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N
Takom 08011 Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.N with Winterketten
Tamiya 35290 Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.N
Tamiya 35215 Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf.L

Panzer Tracts No.3-3: Pz.Kpfw.III Ausf.J, L, M & N