Takom 1/16 PzKpfw I Ausf A Tank (New Tool) Kit

In 1930, Krupp was selected by Waffenpruefwesen 6 (the automotive and tank design office of the German army) to work on the design of a small light tracked tractor named Kleintraktor. It was to be equipped with a 20 mm (0.79 in) auto-cannon, powered by a 60 hp engine and weigh no more than 3000 kg. A year later, in 1931, Krupp sent a description of the Kleintraktor-Fahrgestell (chassis) to Wa.Prw.6. The Krupp Kleintraktor was described as a fast and maneuverable tracked vehicle that weighed about 3.5 tons and could achieve 45 km/h (28 mph). The hull of the tank was made of welded steel plates, it was armed with a 20 mm (0.79 in) auto-cannon and carried 500 rounds. As development proceeded, several prototypes were made, with some flaws being removed from the tank. The turret was redesigned to fit 2 machine guns and armor protection was increased. In 1933, the Panzer I was considered ready and an order was placed for 150 training tanks, with another 1000 combat-ready tanks being ordered