Stormvogn m/39

After seeing German SPG's throughout Europe many armies saw a use in quickly produced vehicles focusing on speed and firepower. The Royal Norwegian Army was amongst those.

Being cheaper and easier to produce than full on tanks, the Norwegian government saw these AFVs as a quick and affordable way to fill up the ranks of the Royal Cavalry Section's armoured vehicles.

Kongsberg Våpen og Stridsvogn Fabrikk came up with the "Stromvogn" project.

Using converted hulls and an open top case mate instead of a turret the first Stormvogn, the m/39 mounted a L/20,5 M/39 "Berghaubits" with a lengthened barrel. The 75mm mountain howitzer was great at infantry support and had good anti-tank capabilities. Designed for use against light vehicles, infantry and fortified positions.