Steinsfurt in Sinsheim in Rhein-Neckar-Kreis, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe

Schützenpanzer Hotchkiss
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Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle

Photographed by James Hulse, September 24, 2024

1. Schützenpanzer Hotchkiss / Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

German:
Vielseitig verwendbares Fahrzeug der Bundeswehr. Auch als Spähpanzer, Beobachtungspanzer und Sanitätsfahrzeug eingesetzt.

Gewicht: 8,2 to
Geschwindigkeit: 58 km/h
Fahrbereich: 400 km
Antrieb: 164 PS Ottomotor

English Translation:
A versatile vehicle used by the Bundeswehr. Also employed as a reconnaissance vehicle, observation vehicle, and medical vehicle.

Weight: 8.2 tons
Speed: 58 km/h
Range: 400 km
Drive: 164 hp gasoline engine

Erected by Technik Museum Sinsheim.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military.

Location. 49° 14.234′ N, 8° 53.866′ E. Marker is in Sinsheim, Baden-Württemberg, in Rhein-Neckar-Kreis. It is in Steinsfurt. It is at the intersection of Eberhard-Layher-Straße and In d. Au on Eberhard-Layher-Straße. The marker and the static display are located outside of Hall 1 of the Technik Museum. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Eberhard-Layher-Straße 2, Sinsheim BW 74889, Germany. Touch for directions.

Regionally, it is in Europe,

the European Union,

Atlantic Europe,

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Central Europe,

the Schengen Area,

Western Europe,

and the Western World.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire

and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Bergepanzer "Sherman" / Armored Recovery Vehicle "Sherman" (here, next to this marker); Schiffsgeschütz / Naval Gun on a Ship (here, next to this marker); Leopard (here, next to this marker); Nike Hercules (here, next to this marker); Russische Flak 3,7 cm / Russian Flak 3.7 cm (here, next to this marker); Panzerturm M48 / Armor Turret M48 (here, next to this marker); Rakete "Honest John" / Rocket "Honest John" (a few steps from this marker); Turm Kampfpanzer M 47 / Turret of the M47 Patton Tank (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sinsheim.

More about this marker. The static displays and markers are located on the grounds of the Technik Museum. There is an entrance fee to visit the museum and markers.

Regarding Schützenpanzer Hotchkiss / Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle. The Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle

The view of the Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle and Marker along the walkway image. Click for full size.

Photographed by James Hulse, September 24, 2024

2. The view of the Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle and Marker along the walkway

(IFV) was a versatile, light-armored vehicle developed by the French company Hotchkiss in the mid-20th century. Weighing 8.2 tons, it was powered by a 164 hp gasoline engine, allowing it to reach speeds of 58 km/h and a range of 400 km. Designed to support infantry, it was equipped with a 20 mm automatic cannon and could be adapted for roles such as reconnaissance, observation, and medical support. While it offered mobility and protection, its armor was not as advanced as later IFVs, reflecting the vehicle's era of design.

Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 12, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 119 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 12, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.

Schützenpanzer Hotchkiss⎯⎯⎯Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle

Schützenpanzer Hotchkiss
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Hotchkiss Infantry Fighting Vehicle