KUBELWAGEN - SCHWIMMWAGEN

Designed by Ferdinand Porsche and produced by Volkswagen, the Type 82 Kübelwagen and its amphibious cousin the Type 128/166 Schwimmwagen were to the Germans what the Jeep was to the Allies. They were widely used by the Wehrmacht and the Waffen-SS during the Second World War. These two robust light utility vehicles resolutely fulfilled their role, both in the extreme winter cold of the Eastern Front and in the scorching heat of the Libyan Desert.
Reliability and economy were the hallmarks of their success. The legendary wartime reputation of the Kübelwagen and Schwimmwagen endured into the post-war years. In the 21st century, surviving vehicles have become cult objects among military vehicle collectors worldwide. Author Chris McNab analyses the development of these classic German army utility vehicles, covering in detail their design and specifications, including engine and transmission.
He describes the combat experience of the Kübelwagen and Schwimmwagen, covering their handling characteristics and routine maintenance. With more than 250 illustrations including wartime historical photographs, technical drawings and detailed photographs of restored vehicles, the Haynes VW Kübelwagen/Schwimmwagen Manual offers a unique insight into these iconic vehicles.