Feb 10, 2018 · In 1936, the Italian Army issued requirements for a tank with a 3 man crew, a 37mm L.40 gun mounted in the hull and two 8mm machine guns in the turret. As it would not be fighting tanks, the vehicle only needed armor to be proof against armor piercing ammunition from small arms and 20mm cannon fire.

The Carro Armato M11/39 was the main Italian medium at the start of the Second World War, with the main gun mounted in the hull.

The Fiat-Ansaldo M11/39 was an Italian medium tank used from 1939 through the early period of World War II. Although designated a medium tank by the Italian Army, in weight and firepower it was closer to contemporary light tanks.

Feb 17, 2019 · The Carro Armato M11/39 was the first of the Italian medium tanks. Its design was a progression from the design of lighter tanks. A 1.46 inch (37mm) half-mounted gun was the M11/39’s main armament.

Jun 13, 2017 · Detailing the technical specifications, development, and operational history of the Carro Armato M11/39 Medium Tank including pictures.

Jan 8, 2023 · A requirement for a new 10-ton medium tank was finally issued in 1936, and the prototype M11/39 was completed two years later.

Feb 24, 2025 · What makes the Fiat M11/39 a significant piece of military history? The Fiat M11/39 stands out as Italy's first attempt at creating a medium tank during World War II. Introduced in 1939, this tank featured a unique design with its …

Oct 28, 2024 · THEM11 / 39 was an Italian medium tank (made by Ansaldo) used during the Second World War. The main users of the vehicle were the Royal Army, the National Republican Army and the Australian Army as war booty (opening photo).

The Fiat-designed M11/39 medium tanks entered production in 1937. They each had a fixed 37-millimeter gun as the primary armament, supported by twin-machine guns in the rotating turret. They were designed to carry radio for communications, but as it turned out, none would be installed as they were rolled off the production lines.

Horse­power (max.) *Turret had manual 360° traverse.