OT-134 (KhT-134)

(Experimental Flame Thrower Tank)

Updated November 15, 2004
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Tank OT-134 being tested in Kubinka in summer of 1940.

OT-134. Tank OT-134 being tested in Kubinka in summer of 1940. The flame-thrower is clearly seen in the mid section of the sloping armour plating to the hull. The vehicle originated came from the Karelian isthmus and had been combat. To reduce weight the additional armor had been removed [1]

Tanks from the 210th Separate Chemical Tank Battalion (OT-133 and OT-134) after conclusion of battle

Tanks from the 210th Separate Chemical Tank Battalion (OT-133 and OT-134) after conclusion of battle. OT-134 tank (equipped with additional armour) is the only one with winter camouflage. Karelian Isthmus, March, 1940 [1]

 

 

 


Literature
  1. M. Kolomiets. "Tanki v Zimnei Voine 1939-40", Frontovaya Illyustratsia, 3/2001

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