The Condor Legion: T-26 Light Tank

Two versions of the Panzerkampfwagen 1 were shipped to Spain, the A and B.  The design was pioneered by Krupp in the early 1930’s.   The PzKpfw 1 A had a two man crew, and was armed with two 7.92mm MG13s.  Battle experience in the SCW indicated that the Pzkpfw had several weaknesses. Its 0.5inch armour offered little protection against even the smallest anti-tank guns possessed by the Republicans. Its weapons were also far to lightweight to take on enemy tanks and the vehicle lacked the endurance to participate in prolonged action, often leaving the 2 man crew working in its cramped condition quickly exhausted.  These invaluable practical lessons added impetus to new tank designs, although the Pzkpfw 1 itself continued to see service in Poland and France during 1939 and 1940.  Figures will be sold separately, and will be usable with several different models.