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SPW-1

Schützenpanzerwagen-1 (SPW-1) was developed in response to the shifting dynamics of modern warfare where rapid mobility became essential for operational success. Jerry's armored forces had long emphasized speed in their tank designs, but their infantry units still relied on traditional halftracks, which, while capable traversing rough terrain, lacked speed and protection for direct engagement in fast paced battles. Recognizing this limitation, Adult Himler commissioned the development of new armored vehicle that combine high mobility, battlefield survivability, and capacity to transport infantry quickly and safely.

The result was SPW-1, a fully wheeled armored personnel carrier designed with versatility at its core. SPW-1 was produced in several variants to meet diverse battlefield roles: A Variant served as standard troop transport, B Variant incorporated turret for direct fire support, C Variant equipped with anti aircraft weaponry for close range air defense, and D Variant functioned as mobile radar platform for battlefield surveillance and coordination.

Powering SPW-1 was DKM-47 engine, a fuel efficient and field serviceable diesel engine engineered for both reliability and high performance under combat conditions. This engine enabled SPW-1 to achieve speeds exceeding 100 kph, giving infantry units unprecedented mobility. SPW-1 is equipped with Geländereifen Type-K, a off-road optimized tires, specifically designed to maintain traction and stability across all terrains, including mud, snow, sand, rocky ground, urban streets and more. SPW-1 also has amphibious capabilities, floating in river and sea, crossing every river without bridge and can be used in amphibious assaults on enemy shores.

SPW-1 utilized a high performance suspension system known as Hochleistungs Fahrwerksystem (HFS-6) combined with Achtfach-Antrieb (8x8) Geländetriebwerk, which allowed it to maximize power distribution to all wheels. This ensured high speed traversal over difficult terrain while maintaining vehicle stability and crew comfort. Protection was provided by a sloped armor design that not only enhanced ballistic resistance but also contributed to the vehicle’s low silhouette and aerodynamic efficiency.

A key feature of the SPW-1 was its large, rapidly operable hatch system that enabled troops to quickly embark or disembark, making the vehicle highly effective for fast assaults, emergency evacuations, or rapid defensive deployments when encircled. The SPW-1 providing infantry with speed, protection, and flexibility required to operate alongside armored spearheads in a rapidly changing battlefield environment.

A Variant

Schützenpanzerwagen-1A (SPW-1A) serves as primary regular infantry transport variant, specifically designed to ensure rapid, protected movement of infantry units directly into active combat zones. Its role is to bridge the mobility gap between fast moving armored units and conventional infantry, allowing foot soldiers to keep pace with mechanized offensives while remaining shielded from small arms fire and shrapnel.

What distinguishes SPW-1A is its operational flexibility. The internal configuration of the SPW-1A is intentionally modular, facilitating field conversions into various support roles. In practice, soldiers frequently repurpose SPW-1A for battlefield medical evacuation, equipped as a makeshift ambulance with protected transport for the wounded. It is also can be used as a special armored frontline logistics vehicle, capable of safely delivering critical supplies to areas that too dangerous for half-tracks to reach. Additionally, SPW-1A has proven itself as a dependable armored transport for high-ranking officers conducting field inspections, thanks to its combination of speed, protection, and versatility.

The SPW-1A’s success lies in its operational efficiency, it is quick to deploy, simple to maintain, adaptable to multiple combat functions, and effective in protecting its passengers.

CONTROL

VTOL + Yaw + Brake: APC Movement.
Throttle + Yaw: Amphibious Mode.
Activate 1: Light.
Activate 2 & 3: Open Hatch.

INSPIRATION

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