* Includes free decals and masking foil * Packed with color photos The SU-76 was a Soviet self-propelled gun used during World War II, based on a lengthened and widened version of the T-70 tank chassis. Its simple construction made it the second most produced Soviet armored vehicle of World War II, after the T-34 tank. Crews loved this vehicle for its simplicity, reliability, and ease of use. Design of the SU-76 began in November 1942, when the State Defense Committee ordered the construction of infantry support self-propelled guns armed with the ZiS-3 76.2 mm gun and the M-30 122 mm howitzer. The T-70 chassis was chosen for mounting the ZiS-3 gun, and was lengthened, adding one road wheel per side, to facilitate better gun mounting. This album of detailed photographs is invaluable for the modeler or enthusiast alike. About the Series This is a classic series of highly illustrated books on the best machines of war, with several hundred photographs of each aircraft or vehicle. With close-up views of the key features of each machine, including its variations, markings and modifications, customizing and creating a model has never been easier. Includes extra features such as decals and masking foil.