The 116th Panzer Division was formed on March 28, 1944 was given the name “Greyhound Division”. In July 1944 the 116th was sent to Normandy and for the first few weeks of August the Germans and Allies battled for the area around Mortain in Normandy. This became the largest tank battle of the campaign. Finally the Germans retreated through the Falaise Pocket and when it was all over the 116th PD only had 600 men and 12 tanks. They were re-supplied and fought until April 4, 1945.
Specifications :
Built by: Bussing-NAG
Crew: 4
Performance
Engine: air-cooled Tatra 103/12 cylinder/220hp
Fuel Capacity: 360 litres
Range
On road: 900 km
Cross-Country: 600 km
Maximum Speed: 90 km/h
Dimensions
Length: 6.80 m (with gun) Width: 2.40 m Height: 2.28 m
Weight: 11,740 kg
Armament:
1 X 50 mm KwK 39/1 L/60 (55 rounds)
1 X 7.92 mm MG42 (1050 rounds)
smoke dischargers
Armour: 9 to 30 mm