Produced in 1939. Comparatively few of these models were made and these were later converted to flamethrower tanks (Pz. Kpfw. II, Aus. (F)).
Model D—Although the hull, turret, and superstructure of this model are similar to preceding models, its suspension arrangement of four large, rubber-tired, Christie-type bogie wheels which touch the top and bottom of the track make it easy to recognize. Models D and E are the only Pz. Kpfw. II tanks with this type of suspension. The bogie wheels are large enough to eliminate return rollers. The front drive sprocket, rear idler, and the dry-pin, center-guide track complete the suspension assembly. The track can be fitted with snow spuds. These are inserted in the outer web members and held by a split cotter-pin.
The power plant is the Maybach HL 62 TR, six-cylinder, water-cooled engine rated at 140 B.H.P. The transmission provides five forward speeds and one reverse. The steering system embodies the epicyclic clutch and brake principle.
The normal Pz. Kpfw. II armament of one 2 cm Kw.K. 30 with one coaxial 7.92 mm M.G. 34 is mounted. Armor plate thicknesses range from 30 mm front to 15 mm sides.
Model E—Same as Model D.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Weight | 10 tons | |
| Length | 16 ft. | |
| Width | 7 ft., 6 ins. | |
| Height | 6 ft., 9 ins. | |
| Ground clearance | 12 ins. | |
| Tread centers | 5 ft., 10 ins. | |
| Ground contact | 7 ft., 10 ins. | |
| Width of track | ||
| Pitch of track | ||
| Track links | 96 (est.) | |
| Fording depth | 3 ft. | |
| Theoretical radius of action | ||
| Roads | 125 miles | |
| Cross-country | 85 miles | |
| Speed | ||
| Roads | 30 m.p.h. | |
| Cross-country | 12 m.p.h. | |
| Armor | ||
| Front plate | 30 mm | |
| Sides | 15 mm | |
| Armament | 1—2.0 cm Kw.K. 30 1—7.92 M.G. 34 |
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| Ammunition | ||
| Engine | Maybach 140 B.H.P. | |
| Transmission | Synchromesh, 5 speeds forward, 1 reverse | |
| Steering | Epicyclic clutch brake | |
| Crew | 3 |
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