Steinsfurt in Sinsheim in Rhein-Neckar-Kreis, Baden-Württemberg, Germany — Central Europe
Beobachtungspanzer
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Observation Tank
Photographed by James Hulse, September 24, 2024
1. Beobachtungspanzer / Observation Tank Marker
Dieser ehemalige amerikanische"Sherman" Kampfpanzer wurde zum Beobachtungspanzer auf Truppenübungsplätzen umgebaut. In ihm konnten die Beobachter nahe an das Zielgebiet beim Scharfschießen heranfahren und durch Panzerglas geschützt, beobachten. Die auffällige Farbgebung diente dem Schutz der Besatzung.
This former American "Sherman" tank was converted into an observation tank on military training grounds. It allowed observers to drive close to the target area during live firing exercises and observe through armored glass for protection. The distinctive coloring was used to protect the crew.
Erected by Technik Museum Sinsheim.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military.
Location. 49° 14.25′ N, 8° 53.843′ 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
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, 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: M32 Beraepanzer / M32 Armored Recovery Vehicle (here, next to this marker); Kampfpanzer "Centurion" / Combat Tank Centurion (here, next to this marker); US-Mannschaftstransporter M59 / US Personnel Carrier M59 (here, next to this marker); M47 Kampfpanzer / M47 Battle Tank (a few steps from this marker); Schwedischer Schützenpanzer / Swedish Armored Personnel Carrier (a few steps from this marker); Satelliten-Bodenstationsantenne / Satellite Ground Station Antenna (a few steps from this marker); Schwerer Spähpanzer "EBR" / Heavy Reconnaissance Armored Vehicle "EBR" (a few steps from this marker); M26 Kampfpanzer / M26 Battle 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.
Photographed by James Hulse, September 24, 2024
2. The Observation Tank and Marker
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 96 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 12, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
