Pz.Kpfw. 38(t)

Technical information

Technical information on the Pz.Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.A-G and Ausf.S
  Pz.Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.A-D and Ausf.S Pz.Kpfw.38(t) Ausf.E-G
Physical specifications
Length 4.61 m.
Width 2.14 m.
Height 2.25 m.
Weight 9.7 t. 9.85 t.
Engine TNHPS 4 cylinder water cooled 7.75 l. gasoline
Horse powers 125 @ 2,200 rmp.
Crew
  • Commander
  • Gunner
  • Loader
  • Driver
Armour 8-25 mm. 12-50 mm.
Armament
Main gun 3,7 cm Kw.K.38(t) L/48,7
Ammunition storage 90
Secondary guns 2 machine guns
Ammunition storage 2,700 machine gun rounds
Performance
Maximum speed 42 km./h. 42 km./h.
Range (on road) 250 km.
Range (cross country) 160 km.
Fuel capacity 220 l.
Fuel usage (on road) 0.88 l./km.
Fuel usage (cross-country) 1.38 l./km.
Fording 0.8 m.
Ground pressure 0.0.57 kg./cm2

Sources

  1. JENTZ, Thomas L. Panzertruppen - The Complete Guide to the Creation & Combat Employment of Germany's Tank Force - 1933-1942. Atglen (PA) : Schiffer Military History, 1996. Read review
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