SU-76

The SU-76 was a Soviet self-propelled gun used during World War II.

Table of contents

1 History 2 Variants 3 Combat History 4 Characteristics 5 See also

History

The SU-76 was based on a lengthened version of the T-70 tank chassis.

Variants

Combat History

Proved very useful in the infantry support role. Its thin armour made it vulnerable against tanks. Its low weight and low ground pressure gave it good mobility.

Characteristics

• Role: self-propelled assault gun
• Power plant: 2 GAZ-202 engines, total power 105 kW (140 hp)
• Speed: road 44 km/h
• Range:
• Length: 5 m
• Width: 2.74 m
• Height: 2.2 m
• Weight: 11.2 tonnes
• Crew: 4
• Armament: 76 mm ZIS-3Sh gun
• Armour: front 35 mm, side 16 mm

See also

• Soviet tank production during World War II