German SPW 251/5 and SPW 251/7

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I am looking for information regarding the SPW 251/5 and 251/7 Engineer version of the halftrack. Specifically, the assault bridges that are part of it. Does anyone know of a source that would have information regrading the use of them, such as the wieght limits, if they were used for infantry only, how long were they (the pictures should maybe around 3-4 meters) etc.
 

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Some good information on that ste, thanks.

It looks like the vehicle is the same one they have on a wiki site as well, but the discussion is good to have as well.
 

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Found a book ref that says the bridge sections on the 251/7 had a weight load of 8 tons.
 

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Interesting, that is a lot more than I thought they would carry just looking at them in the picture.
 
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