KSP-76

KSP-76 in the Kubinka Tank Museum

The KSP-76 was a soviet assault car that began development in 1943.[1] It mounted a 76 mm divisional gun M1942 (ZiS-3) gun on a wheeled chassis in an attempt to provide support for scout and airborne units.[1] The light chassis proved unable to withstand repeated firings of the gun and the project never got beyond the prototype stage.[1]

Description

The KSP-76 had a crew of three.[2] It consisted of a commander/gunner, gunner/loader, and driver.[2] The hull was divided into three parts.[2] The gun was mounted at the front, the fighting compartment was located at the middle, and the engine was found in the rear.[2] The fuel tank, which had a capacity of 140 liters, was placed to the left of the engine.[2] Fifty four rounds of 76.2mm ammunition were provided.[2]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Zaloga, Steven J; Grandsen, James (1984). Soviet Tanks and Combat Vehicles of World War Two. Arms and Armour Press. p. 193. ISBN 0-85368-606-8.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Kinnear, James (2000). Russian Armored Cars 1930-2000. Darlington Productions. p. 186. ISBN 1-892848-05-8.


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