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Škoda PA-I

Description

The Škoda PA-I (Panzerwagen I) was designed by Škoda in 1922, to provide the Czechoslovakian army with a purpose-build armored car. The chassis was designed from the ground-up, which allowed the vehicle to have bi-directional drive. This was a revolutionary design at the time, which was later adopted by other countries. Two prototypes were build, which were modified several times by Škoda, who eventually designed the improved Škoda PA-II.

The two prototypes were primarily used as trial vehicles. Their fate following the German annexation is not known.

Technical Details

Škoda PA-I
Crew
Crew 5
Physical Characteristics
Weight 7.6 t
Length 6.6 m
Width 2.26 m
Height 2.74 m
Armour
Armour (range) 3-5.5 mm
Armament
Primary weapon MG 08 (2)

Images

Profile view of a Škoda PA-I, with a very interesting camouflage pattern
Profile view of a Škoda PA-I, with a very interesting camouflage pattern
A good view of the very special appearence of the Škoda PA-I, which earned it the nickname Iron with the troops
A good view of the very special appearence of the Panzerwagen Škoda PA-I, which earned it the nickname "Iron" with the troops

Further Reading