One of the most precious and rarest vehicles in the Tank Museum’s collection is the Panzer II Ausf.L “Luchs”, a light tank designed for reconnaissance missions during the Second World War. Only 100 of these tanks were ever produced, and only two of them survived until today. The “Luchs” was a modification of the Panzer II, with improved armor, mobility, and visibility. It had a four-man crew, a 20 mm autocannon, and eight large road wheels that gave it a smooth ride. The tank also had a periscope that allowed the driver to see 360 degrees around the vehicle. The “Luchs” was used by the German army in the Eastern Front and the Western Front, but it was too few and too late to make a significant impact on the war. The “Luchs” is one of the most original and well-preserved examples of this rare tank. Join Chris Copson as he takes you inside this historical gem and shows you its features and secrets.
