The T-13 Hornet B by New York's Trackless Tank Corporation was developed as a private venture in the late 30s. It was demonstrated to the US Army and also members of the Canadian, British and Australian forces. The Canadian contingent actually ordered a vehicle to test in 1940, but in the end it was rejected by all.
Weighing 7.5 tons, it featured 1/2" armour and variations of armament were tried. Power was to be either gas or diesel, the prototype used a 265 horsepower radial diesel engine, the rear six wheels were powered.
There was further development in 1941 with a welded rather than riveted hull but that also came to nothing.
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| Lt Col. Robert J. Icks, Tanks and Armoured Vehicles. Phillip Andrews Pub. 1945 |
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