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The Renault FT's
initial design. Note that the driver's hatch consists of one (cast)
piece. |
Prototype of
the FT Tank with Turret Omnibus, The rear of the production Renault
FT was different than on the first prototype. |
Other prototype
with turret Omnibus. Note that that the driver's station hatch is
in 3-pîece (production) design. |
Prototype
of the FT Tank, Tank Camp of Champlieu, France, March 14 1917 |
| Specifications |
| General |
| Role: Light Tank Crew: 2 Designed: 1917 |
| Dimensions |
| Length: 4.95 m | Width: 1.73 m | Height: 2.14 m | Weight: 6.5 t |
| Engine |
| Renault 4-cyl petrol | 35 hp | Power/weight: 5 hp/t |
| Performances |
| Maximum speed: 8 km/h | Range: 65 km | Suspension: vertical springs |
| Armor |
| Maximum: 22 mm, Minimum: 6 mm |
| Armament |
| Main: 1 x 7.92 mm MG Secondary armament: - |
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