What kind of tank is the Jagdpanther II?
The Jagdpanther II is a German tier 8 tank destroyer. Developed on the basis of the Panther II. The vehicle was to be equipped with a 128 mm gun and the fighting compartment to be located in the rear.
Which is better the Jagdpanther or the Ferdinand?
At Tier VIII, there are two German tank destroyers to choose from: the Ferdinand with stronger armour and higher survivability, and the Jagdpanther II, a versatile and mobile tank destroyer. Compared to the Jagdpanther and earlier vehicles, this tank no longer counts on camouflage value.
Do you need a camouflage net for a Jagdpanzer?
A Camouflage Net is highly desirable. Being an open-topped vehicle, the view range is pretty decent, so if you use a Camo Net, you should be able to see targets before they see you.
Are there any Jagdpanthers left in the world?
After the war, captured Jagdpanthers were used by the French army, along with Panthers and other German tanks, up until the 1950’s. Overall,the Jagdpanther was a great mix of mobility, firepower and armor. Today, only 10 of the tank destroyers are left, spread across various museums worldwide.
Where was the last Jagdpanther made in the world?
The last ‘production’ Jagdpanthers were produced at the factory by German staff just after the end of World War II under the supervision of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME). Nine Panthers and a dozen Jagdpanthers were produced, then shipped to England for evaluation.
Is the Jagdpanther a good or bad td?
The Jagdpanther is a very good TD and, mounted with the 105mm gun, presents a serious threat to all enemies. It has no obvious weak points, aside from the usual downsides of turretless TDs (weak side armor, quite helpless if detracked, and so on), but its large profile means you will have a hard time hiding it properly.
What was the armour thickness of the Jagdpanther?
The Jagdpanther had side plates armour thickness increased (to 50 mm) to offset the slightly reduced angle of the side plate to provide enough interior space. Lower frontal hull plate was reduced to 60 mm (2.4 in) while upper hull frontal plate was kept at 80 mm (3.1 in).