Battlegroup Name: Medium Assault Gun
Turret Class: Closed Top
Turret Type: Fixed
Crew: 4
Speed: 24 mph (40 km/h)
Weight: 52,580 lb. (23,900 kg)
Engine: Maybach HL120 TRM
Schürzen: Yes

The StuH 42 was produced primarily because it was felt that the 7.5cm gun of the StuG III was no longer adequate. Production for the StuH 42 began in October 1942, and entered service in March 1943. These vehicles served primarily to enhance tank defense.
Because of its slow speed and fixed turret, the StuH 42 is best used in the infantry support roll. Putting these out on the prowl against a superior number of inferior vehicles will ruin your day. The best way to use these units is to first have your infantry scout out a setup position. Once secured, move the StuH 42 in position. From here it can provide suppressing fire for advancing infantry teams.