With its role and appearance, it can be called
It could be a German-made jeep.
The Kubbulwagen was created and developed under the collaboration of
Engineers from Mercedes-Benz
And Porsche
The Kubbulwagen has proven its performance in terms of strength and durability.
And trusted by the Axis forces, having fought countless battles on the front lines.
It started during World War II when Adolf Hitler
When he became Chancellor, he announced a policy of nationalizing Germany.
It was a Motorized Nation in 1933.
That was the birth of Volkswagen for the German people.
and ordered the development of a version for military use as well.
This is because there is a need for small, fast vehicles in addition to tanks.
In terms of use and role, it is similar to the American Jeep.
Hitler was interested in the project and developed Ferdinand Porsche's 25 HP engine.
Air-cooled type, which was being developed at that time
The car uses this engine specification, plus a 4-seat body.
With a large fuel capacity for long-distance travel
It took Porsche over two years to come up with the final version of the Coolbullwagen.
And ready to open the production line under the establishment of a new company called
"Gesellschaft in the direction of Volkswagens"
or "The Association of German Automobile Manufacturers and Manufacturers"
And later it was shortened to just "Volkswagens".
Or "German cars"
And shortly after, January 1938
Hitler was promoted to the position of Führer.
His SS team after testing the prototype Cool Bull Wagon.
So, we submitted a request to the company to produce the "KDF Volkswagen" vehicle.
Where the exterior of the car looks like a Beetle for use by military officers.
and a solid, strong engine like a Cool Bullwagon
The company received the complaint and responded quickly.
Until the first prototype was obtained in November of the same year.
When starting something new, the path is often not smooth.
Both cars, the Kubbulwagen and the KDF.
Using the same basic engine, problems occurred when tested for actual use.
An engine that cannot move at low speeds due to the gear set
The distance between the body and the vehicle from the ground is low and the shock absorbers are not very responsive.
All problems were solved by the company in no time.
Born as the Cool Bullwagon Type 82
It passed the evaluation and entered production in 1940.
The Cool Bullwagon shines on the battlefield
With excellent fuel economy
Can travel long distances and carry up to 4 soldiers with full equipment.
But to maintain weight and fuel consumption rate when loaded.
As a result, the Kubbulwagen and KDF were not armoured.
and make both vehicles used for logistics and support
Or used in long-range reconnaissance work due to its speed.
In comparison,
The Kubbulwagen has a power output of 25 horsepower.
Meanwhile, the jeep has a power output of 60 horsepower.
But with an air-cooled engine
This makes the Kubbulwagen more durable and has a lower damage rate.
And the frequency of maintenance is much less.
And with a wider wheelbase
The Kubulwagen can therefore carry more cargo than a jeep.
In addition to the Kubulwagen, there is also a further development model.
There are two other main military models:
The Type 87 "KDF" Kommandeurwagen is an officer's variant.
And the Type 166 Schwimmwagen is an amphibious version.
Based on a single Kubbulwagen car
Developed and customized according to usage, released in small versions.
Up to 36 more models, total production of approximately 50,500 units
Inducted into battles around the world in the Axis
It was such a useful vehicle that when the Allies captured it,
Or control this Kubbulwagen car and it is quite a lot.
There has also been a maintenance manual in English.
Nearly 1,000 surviving wartime vehicles
They are scattered around museums and in the hands of collectors.
And luckily, the Kubbulwagen shares parts with the Beetle.
Allowing the owner to maintain and repair it for a lifetime.
While the translator is collecting this information, I would like to say that
If Valor Tactical followers want to own a Kubbulwagen
It can still be bought and sold in the classic car group in Europe.
But how much the damage will cost, you'll have to find out for yourself.
