Because of its low armour values, it can be easily destroyed with 12.7 mm MG fire or HE shells to the open roof. When dealing with the Sd.Kfz.234/3, the best way to deal with this tank is to catch it out of position and/or from behind. Viewports for the crew are 30 mm thick.An additional 13 mm plate separates the crew compartment from the bottom plate. Tires and suspension bars are 10 mm thick.Structural steel (tires, suspension, mudguards)ġ0 mm (38°) Plate connecting with the turretġ0 mm (21°) Engine compartment - upper partġ0 mm (46°) + 10 mm Engine compartment - lower part + add-on spare tire.
