Good past light tank Pz.Kpfw. II, this artillery self propelled was developed the German military inside the extremely early '40's. Aided by the increased hull length, it had been qualified to guide a 10,5Cm obits. As a result of it is good flexibility and to the shelled protected cannon, it turned out in a position to operate in proximity linked to the front part lines, ensuring artillery assistance towards the infantry devices. Stated in 500 products between 1941 and 1943, this self propelled became the traditional car at divisions levels.