FT-17M & FT-17C

The French Renault FT-17 tank was one of the most widely exported tanks in the period between World Wars I & II and saw more use in that period than any other armoured vehicle. Both Spain and France made use of the FT-17 during the Rif War in Morocco in the 20’s. Spain’s surviving Renaults were posted to Madrid and Saragossa to respectively form Infantry Light Tank Regiments 1 & 2. At the time of Civil War, the Saragossa unit fell into Nationalist hands, but after limited use, did not see further action. Madrid’s FT-17’s, augmented by 16 more purchased from Poland, were used in the early defense of Madrid. For both sides of the war, the limited capabilities and reliability of the FT-17 caused them to be overshadowed by foreign tanks provided by the allies of both sides. Spanish designation for this tank was Carro Ligero de infantería Renault M 1917 FT. See also French Vehicle Note 1.

Mod information

This tank is not being included in the modification.

Notes

Introductory texts from [Santa Cruz]