A German Pz IV/70(V) lost its battle against Russian tanks.

Duel lost

A German repairing station captured on the bank of the Sharviz channel.

Repair shop

Jagdpanzer IV, an "earlier" model mounting the PAK 39 L/48 antitiank gun.  This version had substantial hitting power, although it did not equal that of later models mounting the PAK 42 L/70 gun.  It was, however, somewhat better balanced and manoeuverable.  The muzzle brake could be a problem with these early models; because it was relatively low to the ground, it caused air currents that threw up dust and debris, making the location of the vehicle more obvious.  As a result, muzzle brakes were often removed in the field, and did not feature in later production.  Best regards, JR.