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History: The Tauchpanzer IV were converted in the same way as
for the underwater version of the Panzer III. Additional sealing was provided for
the engine air-intakes, and the exhaust was fitted with non-return valves in place of the
normal mufflers. The cupola, mantlet and MG mountings were all covered with a
waterproof fabric. The driver's visor was made watertight by a special cover with a
vision block. An inflatable rubber tube was also used to seal the turret ring.
The air was drawn from the usual surface float.
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