History of the Praga company

Praga E-211

Shortly after the end of the WWII, Czechoslovak engineers focused on production of aircrafts designated for irregular passenger transport and used as air taxis. Jaroslav Šlechta, Praga’s foremost engineer, picked up the pre-war model E-210 and tailored it according to the trends and needs of the present-day. Thus, Praga E-211 was born and had its first flight at the beginning of June 1947. The plane maintained his predecessor’s placement of motors on the wing in a push configuration and its triple vertical tail. Its flight features proved to be efficient and its overall look was very up-to-date. However, the competition was fierce at that time and therefore it did not succeed against similar Aero Ae-45. Therefore the factory only produced two planes E-211 in total.

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Overview

Year build 1937
Model E-211
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1947
End of Production 1947

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Characteristics

Body type high-wing monoplane
Number of seats 5
Length 8.5 m
Height 2.07 m

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Engine

Cooling air
Fuel system 2×Walter Minor 4-111
Max power 78 kW (105 hp)
Maximum speed 230 km/h

Praga BH-111

This special designed for Challenge International de Tourisme racing flight across Europe was manufactured by engineers Beneš and Hajn in 1932. BH-111 was a two-seater monoplane equipped with automatic slots and flaps. On top of that, the rules of the race stated that the wing has to be simply foldable along the fuselage. In total, three aircrafts were produced, two of which took part in this prestigious European competition. The planes had to fly total length of 7348 kilometres – this task was met by both the parties in question and the teams arrived on 12th and 21st place (with 43 competitors in total). After this competition, the planes were favoured in air club and one even made it to the silver screen and starred in a movie As Long as your Mother is Alive with Lida Baarová.

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Overview

Year build 1932
Model BH-111
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1932
End of Production 1932

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Characteristics

Body type low-wing monoplane
Number of seats 2
Length 7.40 m
Width 10.50 m
Height 2.9 m

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Engine

Engine position front
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling air
Fuel system 1 × de Havilland Gipsy
Max power 89.7 kW (122 hp)
Maximum speed 230 km/h

Praga E-51

E-51 aircraft was manufactured to defend the borders of the Czechoslovak republic. This two-fuselage scout plane had its first flight in May 1938, but required some time further tests. Unfortunately, this period was not a calm one and so the testing process was stopped after the signing of Munich agreement and the Nazi occupation in 1939. These circumstances thwarted several promising projects including this airplane. And, unfortunately, further tests were continued after 1939 – but this time by the Germans themselves.

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Overview

Year build 1938
Model E-51
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1938
End of Production 1939

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Characteristics

Body type two-fuselage scout plane
Number of seats 3
Length 11,69 m
Height 3,50 m

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Engine

Number of cylinders 12
Cooling air
Fuel system 2×Walter Sagitta I-MR
Max power 404 kW (542 hp)
Maximum speed 380 km/h

Praga E-210

Jaroslav Šlechta favoured unusual solutions for his own models and this is the case of Praga E-210: airplane designed for passenger transport. The prototype had its first flight in 1937 but required further tests. In the end, the testing process was quite complex and the plane require several modifications; therefore, the plane began its serial production not until 1939 – which is also the year of the German occupation. E-210 was a four-seat high wing cantilever monoplane with an unusual two engines close to the fuselage driving small propellers in pusher configuration.

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Overview

Year build 1937
Model E-210
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1937
End of Production 1939

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Characteristics

Body type high-wing monoplane
Number of seats 4
Length 8.5 m
Height 2.07 m

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Engine

Number of cylinders 4
Cooling air
Fuel system 2 × Walter Minor
Max power 63 kW (85 hp)
Maximum speed 230 km/h

Praga TOT

The only trolley bus that has Praga ever produced was based on the “TO” bus and was manufactured in 1935. After the prototype, another eleven vehicles were produced in 1937. Praga “TOT” was able to accommodate 33 sitting and 47 standing passengers and was integrated in Prague’s public transport during the very same year. However, constructional alterations had to be made on the vehicle in 1939 when the Nazi invaders forced the change of former left-hand traffic to (current) right-hand form. “TOT” vehicles proved to be very effective and remained in use until the 1950s. Unfortunately, after the rearrangement of Praga’s production in the 1940s the production of “TOT” was terminated and thus only a few trolleybuses were manufactured by the company. Later, in the 1960s, the last trolleybuses roamed Prague streets to be fully replaced by bus and tram transport only.

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Overview

Year build 1937
Model TOT
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1937
End of Production 1939

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Characteristics

Number of doors 2
Number of seats 81
Length 10,2 m
Width 2,45 m
Height 3,3 m
Weight 10,7 t

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Engine

Engine position front
Max power 2x46.0 KW/1200
Maximum speed 50 km/h

Praga Golden

The production of Praga Golden continued in two series in the years 1937 to 1938. Both technical and design modifications were made, the most important including a new carburettor Zenith 42 JB, dual-circuit break system with booster and wider tires. This model was able to reach a stunning maximum speed of 130 kilometres per hour.
Models of the second and third series were revered in showrooms of Paris and Berlin and Praga predicted successful export to European countries. Unfortunately, because of fickle and worsening political situation, the actual export did not prove to be so successful and the production of Praga Golden ended with the third series in 1938 with the total of 182 vehicles produced.

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Overview

Year build 1938
Model Golden
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1937
End of Production 1938

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Characteristics

Body type limousine
Number of doors 4
Number of seats 6
Wheelbase 3500 mm, 137.8 in
Weight 2230 kg

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 3912 cm³
Bore 85 mm
Stroke 115.0 mm, 4.528 in
Max power 57.0 at 3500 rpm
Maximum speed 130 km/h

Praga AV

Praga AV was a military command vehicle manufactured in the years 1936 – 1937. It is remarkable especially for its 6×4 drive which was used to improve operation in difficult terrains of the battlefield. Complementary vehicle to AV was Praga RV, military truck designated for transport of soldiers, cargo and light machinery, whereas Praga RV served for transport of army’s high ranking officers.
In total, almost 400 vehicles were produced for the Czechoslovak army.

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Overview

Year build 1936
Model AV
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1936
End of Production 1937

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Characteristics

Number of doors 4
Length 5130 mm
Width 1810 mm
Height 1900 mm
Weight 2180 kg

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 6
Cooling water
Capacity 3468 ccm, 210.6 cu-in
Bore 80.0 mm, 3.15 in
Stroke 115.0 mm, 4.528 in
Valve gear SV
Fuel system Praga AV
Max power 51,5 kW (70k) / 2 600 rpm
Gearbox 3+1
Maximum speed 90 km/h, 56 mph

Praga Lady

Praga Lady was developed as a substitute for an older model Piccolo 307. The company stayed true to their traditional focus and aimed to offer reliability, glance and solid power. In booklets we can also spot an emphasis on moderate fuel consumption, low cost of spare parts, fair durability and a favorable price. Lady was produced in three main types: as a four-seat tudor, four-seat and four-door sedan and a two-door convertible. A special and interesting roadster was also made in by the manufacturer Oldřich Uhlík in Prague-Strašnice (see the main photo). This vehicle employed the chassis of the second series and featured a dynamic coachwork with prolonged flowing curves in the back of the vehicle.

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Overview

Year build 1935
Model Lady
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1935
End of Production 1937

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Characteristics

Body type roadster
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2
Wheelbase 2650 mm, 104.3 in
Front track 1230 mm, 48.4 in
Rear track 1260 mm, 49.6 in
Length 4180 mm, 164.6 in
Width 1600 mm, 63 in
Height 1580 mm, 62.2 in
Weight 1200 kg, 2646 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 4
Capacity 1661 ccm, 100.9 cu-in
Bore 75.0 mm, 2.953 in
Stroke 94.0 mm, 3.701 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith
Max power 26.0 / 35.0 at 3500 rpm
Gearbox M3
Maximum speed 110 km/h, 68 mph

Praga Baby

A new model of Baby is born in 1935 and is in production until 1937. After this year it is replaced with a new Piccollo P31.
Praga Baby proved to be very popular even abroad: over 10% of this model were sold into a number of European states, partly because of the good credit that Baby acquired on international showrooms and in racing competitions. Czech students embarked successfully on a journey to Little Asia, local engineer Moravec travelled in this vehicle FOR over 10 000 kilometers, Baby visited the city of Athens and even reached the roads in Alps. Praga produced the total number of 4 203 “Babies”.

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Overview

Year build 1936
Model Baby
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1935
End of Production 1937

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Characteristics

Body type cabrio, convertible
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 4
Wheelbase 2540 mm, 100 in
Front track 1125 mm, 44.3 in
Rear track 1170 mm, 46.1 in
Length 3680 mm, 144.9 in
Width 1420 mm, 55.9 in
Height 1450 mm, 57.1 in
Weight 860 kg, 1896 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling liquid
Capacity 995 ccm, 60.4 cu-in
Bore 60.0 mm, 2.362 in
Stroke 88.0 mm, 3.465 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburator, 1 × Zenith
Aspiration normal
Max power 16.0 / 22.0 at 3200 rpm
Maximum speed 100 km/h, 62 mph

Praga Piccolo

The period following the Great Depression is characterized by continuous modernization of production technologies. Therefore, the chassis and coachwork of the “American type” has been modernized already in 1934. This was done similarly as in the case of Piccolo 205. These vehicles are then introduced to the market in two series 306 and 307.
The production of Praga Piccolo is help up until 1937. However, two new types emerge in its position. The “classic” compact Piccolo is replaced by Praga Baby and the “American” Piccolo is substituted by Super Piccolo. This gives the company some time to come up with a new uniform design and general modernization of Piccolo, Lady, Alfa and Golden types.

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Overview

Year build 1934
Model Piccolo
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1934
End of Production 1934

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Characteristics

Body type sedan
Number of doors 4
Number of seats 4
Wheelbase 2500 mm, 98.4 in
Front track 1250 mm, 49.2 in
Rear track 1270 mm, 50 in
Length 4150 mm, 163.4 in
Width 1500 mm, 59.1 in
Height 1630 mm, 64.2 in
Weight 1030 kg, 2271 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Capacity 1447 ccm, 87.9 cu-in
Bore 70.0 mm, 2.756 in
Stroke 94.0 mm, 3.701 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith
Aspiration normal
Max power 21.0 / 28.0 at 3000 rpm
Maximum speed 100 km/h, 62 mph

Praga Super Piccolo

In 1934, a need arose to upgrade current models. Therefore, two new vehicles were developed: Super Piccolo which replaced the mid-size “American Piccolo” and Praga Baby which replaced the Piccolo compact. Super Piccolo was based on Piccolo model but acquired many enhancements and generally adjusted to the needs of that time. New, 35 horsepower engine had the capacity of 1660 ccm and had rubber bushings which prevented transmission of vibrations onto the frame and coachwork of the vehicle.
Several sports prototypes were manufactured, one of which should have participated in Thousand Miles of Czechoslovakia, a very prestigious race at the time. However, Petr Mucha, Praga’s driver and factory engineer, suffered a fatal accident during the preparation for this racing event. Praga changed their policy and after this unfortunate incident no factory teams and vehicles were allowed to participate in racing competitions.
The model was available as a four-seat sedan and convertible. In total, 6 460 vehicles of this model were manufactured by the company.

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Overview

Year build 1934
Model Super Piccolo
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1934
End of Production 1936

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Characteristics

Body type sedan, convertible or limousine
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 4
Wheelbase 2700 mm, 106.3 in
Front track 1250 mm, 49.2 in
Rear track 1270 mm, 50 in
Length 4450 mm, 175.2 in
Width 1570 mm, 61.8 in
Height 1655 mm, 65.2 in
Weight 1030 kg, 2271 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling liquid
Capacity 1660 ccm, 100.9 cu-in
Bore 75.0 mm, 2.953 in
Stroke 94.0 mm, 3.701 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith
Max power 26.0 / 35.0 at 3200 rpm
Gearbox M3
Maximum speed 100 km/h, 62 mph

Praga Golden

Praga Golden was a luxury vehicle formerly presented under the name “Super Alfa”. In the end the company has decided to change the name to “Golden” – for the model was meant as a successor to Praga Grand (production of which has stopped during the Great Depression). Golden was developed as a luxury or parade car which was available at a lower price than similar vehicles of foreign manufacturers. This has demonstrated high standards of Czech automobile production. The Czechoslovak Republic purchased two vehicles for parade purposes and even the president Edvard Beneš himself used an altered cabriolet version of this vehicle. The first series of this model was produced in 1935.

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Overview

Year build 1935
Model Golden
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1934
End of Production 1935

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Characteristics

Body type limousine
Number of doors 4
Number of seats 6
Wheelbase 3500 mm, 137.8 in
Length 5800 mm, 228.3 in
Width 1840 mm, 72.4 in
Weight 1930 kg, 4255 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 3468 ccm, 210.6 cu-in
Bore 80.0 mm, 3.15 in
Stroke 115.0 mm, 4.528 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburator, 1 x Stromberg
Aspiration normal
Max power 50.0 / 68.0 at 3500 rpm
Gearbox M3 + O
Maximum speed 120 km/h

Praga Baby

P Praga Baby was introduced to the public in 1934 and is a typical representative of contemporary tendencies after the Great Depression. The purpose of this model was to offer a reliable yet low-cost vehicle with fashionable design. An already known engine of Piccolo 203 was used on a brand new chassis and frame (made of two C-shaped components). Movements of each wheel were independent on each other because of the enhanced half-axles; therefore the vehicle coped much better with rough and bumpy roads in general.
Baby’s popularity is also owed to its advertisement. Lída Baarová, a famous Czech actress at the time, was casted as a protagonist in a movie about this very car. In 1934, Praga produced the total of 750 vehicles in four series. Praga Baby was available as a two-seat roadster, four-seat cabriolet and four-seat tudor.

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Overview

Year build 1934
Model Baby
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1934
End of Production 1934

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Characteristics

Body type cabrio, convertible
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 4
Wheelbase 2540 mm
Weight 860 kg

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Capacity 995 cm³
Bore 60.0 mm, 2.362 in
Stroke 88.0 mm
Max power 16.0 kW / PS at 3200rpm
Gearbox M3
Maximum speed 100 km/h

Praga P-1

Praga P-1 was a light tank vehicle which was manufactured serially for the use of the Czechoslovak army since the year 1933. However, this model did not prove to be very successful or even useful and so it did not participate in any combat (leaving aside its possible involvement in the Slovak National Uprising at the end of the war) ; P-1 was therefore used mainly as a training vehicle for future tank operators. Vehicle was armoured (4-12 mm) and equipped with two ZB mk. 26 machine guns. Owing to its nature, the vehicle got many nicknames with “sardine” being one of them.

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Overview

Year build 1933
Model P-1
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1933
End of Production 1934

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Characteristics

Body type tank
Number of doors 1
Number of seats 2
Weight 2500 kg

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Engine

Capacity 1950 ccm
Bore 75.0 mm, 2.953 in
Stroke 110.0 mm, 4.331 in
Valve gear SV
Fuel system Praga ANH
Aspiration normal
Max power 31.0 (23.5 kW)at 3000 rpm
Gearbox 4

Praga TO

Praga TN (TND in an option with a spark-ignition engine) was a heavy truck vehicle produced by the company in the 1930s. TN’s were usually employed as buses (which were able accommodate up to 50 passengers) or flatbed trucks.
Praga also produced type TO truck in the years 1933 – 1938. This remains the single largest model ever manufactured by the company. Most TOs were used as buses for purposes of public transport which were able to accommodate up to 90 passengers; the flatbed truck option was also available. In the last two years of the production, two special coaches were produced with a more aerodynamic and fashionable design.

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Overview

Year build 1938
Model Praga TO
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1933
End of Production 1938

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Characteristics

Number of doors 2
Number of seats 47
Length 9000 mm
Width 2300 mm
Gross vehicle weight 10 t

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 6
Cooling liquid
Capacity 11 536 cm³
Bore 120 mm
Stroke 170 mm
Valve gear SV
Fuel system carburretor Zenith 48 ULSW
Max power 90 kW / 1400 rpm
Gearbox 4+Z
Maximum speed 55 km/h, 34 mph

Praga TNSPE

Praga ventured also to the field of production of military and armoured vehicles. First ones were armoured options of types R and L, employed during the WWI and produced from 1916 to 1922. Their bodywork consisted of plates of armour (6 mm) and a turret equipped with a heavy machine gun or a cannon.
The company continued with production of an armoured vehicle type TNSPE in the first half of the 1930s. This vehicle was based on a TN truck type and was not strictly speaking a military vehicle: TNSPE was designated for Romanian police force as a vehicle purposed to maintain peace and quiet in the streets of Bucharest. Therefore, TNSPE was equipped with a water gun able to shoot as far as 45 metres and an armour plates (4 – 8 mm) protecting the operators of the vehicle. A machine gun was added next to the water cannon for extreme cases. Police used these vehicles to control demonstrations and later, during the WWII, also as to aid the Romanian fire brigade.

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Overview

Year build 1932
Model TNSPE
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1932
End of Production 1934

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Characteristics

Body type truck
Number of doors 2
Weight 1200 kg

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Engine

Engine position front
Number of cylinders 4
Capacity 7800 cm³
Valve gear SV
Fuel system carburretor
Max power 79 kW (105 k)
Gearbox 4
Maximum speed 50 km/h

Praga Piccolo

The “classic” Piccolo with 1-litre engine was modified in 1932 with main alternations concerning the technical aspects of the vehicle. Another change concerns labels of each series. This happens because of simultaneous production of two types of Piccolo model: this “classic” one and the “American” type. Models P201 – P205 are produced in the period of three years. Noteworthy changes are made in the design of the car: the trunk is for the first time an actual part of the coachwork, thus making it accessible both from the inside and the outside. Several elements of the design are also adjusted to the needs of the time and the vehicle still does give a dynamic and elegant look.
Over 2 000 vehicles were produced in the period of three years. “Classic Piccolos” were supposed to satisfy the demand of compact cars. In 1934 they were substituted in this manner with a brand new type Praga Baby. Piccolos return into production in 1937.

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Overview

Year build 1933
Model Piccolo
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1932
End of Production 1934

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Characteristics

Body type tudor
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2
Wheelbase 2500 mm, 98.4 in
Front track 1190 mm, 46.9 in
Rear track 1200 mm, 47.2 in
Length 3930 mm, 154.7 in
Width 1500 mm, 59.1 in
Height 1550 mm, 61 in
Weight 980 kg, 2161 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling liquid
Capacity 995 ccm, 60.4 cu-in
Bore 60.0 mm, 2.362 in
Stroke 88.0 mm, 3.465 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith
Aspiration normal
Max power 16.0 / 22.0 at 3200 rpm
Gearbox M3
Maximum speed 85 km/h, 53 mph

Praga E-39

The Great Depression left its mark on the beginning of the 1930s. Praga had to adapt its production to the new circumstances caused by the crisis. This transfer was eased when a new American tender emerged: the demand for new taxicabs for New York City. Praga decided to join only few European companies and participate in this tender. The task was entrusted to young engineer Petránek who designed a vehicle especially tailored to the needs of this American metropolis. Praga has succeeded in the competition and almost happened to be the first European manufacturer to make it to US market. Unfortunately, the company could not fulfil the terms of the tender because an instant delivery of all the vehicles was demanded – and the number of required vehicles was much higher than the actual capacity of production of all Praga’s factories per year.
And so in 1932 a new model under the nickname “American Piccolo” was introduced to the domestic market. According to Praga’s leaflets, this model provided “the comfort comparable to American cars.” Over 600 vehicles were produced during the years 1932 and 1933.

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Overview

Year build 1932
Model Piccolo
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1932
End of Production 1933

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Characteristics

Body type cabrio, convertible
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 4
Length 3960 mm
Weight 980 kg, 2161 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Capacity 1447 ccm
Valve gear SV
Maximum speed 90 km/h, 56 mph

Praga E-39

The very first Praga’s original airplane construction was a success and was also the first to be put into a serial production. After their arrival to the new ČKD Praga aircraft factory, engineers Beneš and Hajn began the development of a biplane designated for the training of new pilots. Prototype BH-39 had its first flight on June 1931. The number in its name represented 39th model constructed by Beneš-Hajn duo (previous ones were manufactured in Avia factory). The name changed with to E-39 (the government assigned the label “E” for all Praga’s aircrafts) in 1933 and the serial production of the biplane began. In total, 139 airplanes were produced. The majority of these planes used Walter Gema nine-cylinder engine with power of 103 kW. E-39s were designed both for military and civilian purposes; during the war, E-39 were in service of Slovak Republic and German Luftwaffe.

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Overview

Year build 1934
Model E-39
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1931
End of Production 1934

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Characteristics

Body type biplane
Number of seats 2
Length 6.88 m
Width 9.88 m
Height 2.54 m

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Engine

Engine position front
Number of cylinders 9
Cooling air
Fuel system Walter NZ-120
Max power 89.4 kW (119.9 hp)
Maximum speed 170 km/h (106 mph)

Praga 350 BCS

Praga 350 BCS represented a lighter alternative to a relatively robust 500 BDS. It was finished by J. F. Koch in 1930. Alas, the timing was quite unlucky, mainly because of two reasons: the Great Depression and severe competition in this field by other Czechoslovak companies. However, 350 BCS represented probably the most elegant domestic motorbike owing to its unique design inspired by English models.
Over 1000 models were manufactured during three years. The production ended in 1935 and their main constructor J.F. Koch leaves the company during the very same year. Koch ventured to run his own business at first but then moved to ČZ Strakonice where he constructed the popular “Čezeta” scooter.

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Overview

Year build 1930
Model 350 BCS
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1930
End of Production 1935

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Characteristics

Number of seats 2
Length 2130 mm
Width 860 mm
Height 1000 mm
Weight 1400 mm
Curb vehicle weight 140 kg

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Engine

Number of cylinders 1
Cooling air
Capacity 3468 cm³
Bore 70.0 mm, 2.756 in
Stroke 90.0 mm, 3.543 in
Fuel system carburretor
Max power 12 kW / 4500 rpm
Gearbox 3
Maximum speed 100 km/h, 62 mph

Praga SND (SNDgs)

Two heavy truck vehicles SND (sometimes called simply SN as for “Silný Nákladní”, “Strong Truck”) were manufactured by the company in 1933. Gradually, these vehicles were submitted to a number of tests which led to a larger serial production. As in the case of other Praga’s heavy truck vehicles, SND was produced mainly as a flatbed truck and a bus; with the latter being able to accommodate up to 35 sitting passengers with more space for standing ones.
In the years 1939 – 1940, 200 vehicles SNDgs were produced, with integrated Janka and Imbert wood gas generators. In total, more than 550 vehicles were produced.

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Overview

Year build 1939
Model SND (SNDgs)
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1933
End of Production 1941

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Characteristics

Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2
Gross vehicle weight 5 t
Cargo area dimensions 4100 × 2200 mm

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 6
Cooling liquid
Capacity 6754 cm³
Bore 105 mm
Stroke 130 mm
Valve gear SV
Fuel system carburretor
Max power 67.5 kW / 2000 rpm
Gearbox 4
Maximum speed 50 km/h

Praga 500 BDS

Praga participated in the production of motorcycles only shortly, during the years 1927 – 1935.The production was led by J. F. Koch, Praga’s construction engineer who gained his know-how during his years in Laurin and Clement factories. His abilities later improved during his work in an aircraft manufacturing factory Aviatik in Vienna during the WWI. Koch himself also successfully finished a voyage from Rome to Prague in a record time of only 35 hours and 40 minutes.
Praga 500 BDS was based on several motorbikes labelled “BD 500” which were manufactured from 1927. However, they were never produced in a serial manner with almost each motorcycle different in some aspects. Serial production of 500 BDS started in the year 1928; the model was produced solo and with a sidecar (which added 100 kg to the bike, with total weight of 270 kg). The second option was widely popular and so the company provided both one-seat and two-seat alternatives of the sidecar.
Praga 500 BDS was manufactured in five series with over 1800 models produced in total. Several individual bikes were also commissioned in a non-serial way after 1932.

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Overview

Year build 1928
Model 500 BDS
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1928
End of Production 1932

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Characteristics

Wheelbase 1425 mm
Weight 170 kg

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Engine

Number of cylinders 1
Cooling air
Bore 84 mm
Stroke 90.0 mm, 3.543 in
Valve gear 2xOHC
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburretor
Max power 11 kW / 4400 rpm
Gearbox 3
Maximum speed 105 km/h

Praga Grand

The fourteenth series of Praga Grand was introduced in 1927 and represented one of the highest achievements of Praga’s automobile production. With an eight-cylinder engine and first-class equipment, this model acquired nickname “Rolls-Royce of Czechoslovakia.” High quality was evident both in the exterior and interior of the car: all seats were covered with leather (alternatively with cloth and plush in sedan) which included spare seats hidden behind the driver; the floor was covered with plush. Windows could be manually lowered by crack handles and because of nifty glass shelters, it was possible to ventilate in any weather. The windshield was equipped with automatic wipers. The passengers had at their disposal a telephone connecting them with the driver, small storage compartments, electric lighter with ashtrays and handy hangers.
The production continued for three years until 1929 and was reinstated in 1931. Unfortunately, the demand for luxury cars drastically decreased during the period of depression and therefore the production ultimately stopped in 1932. In total, 1 196 vehicles Praga Grand were produced; 897 with four-cylinder engines and 299 with eight-cylinder engines.

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Overview

Year build 1929
Model Grand
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1927
End of Production 1932

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Characteristics

Body type limousine
Number of doors 4
Number of seats 7
Wheelbase 3450 mm, 135.8 in
Length 5025 mm, 197.8 in
Width 1650 mm, 65 in
Height 1810 mm, 71.3 in
Weight 1930 kg, 4255 lb

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Engine

Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 8
Cooling liquid
Capacity 3582 ccm, 217.6 cu-in
Bore 72.0 mm, 2.835 in
Stroke 110.0 mm, 4.331 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 2 x Zenith
Aspiration normal
Max power 51.0 / 70.0 at 3000 rpm
Gearbox M4
Maximum speed 120 km/h, 75 mph

Praga MN, LN

Praga’s LN and MN models represent two types of light and utility trucks which were produced in relatively low numbers (507 vehicles of the MN type and 1.050 vehicles of the LN type). Their employment, however, was various and both these models proved to be able to carry out multiple tasks. Praga MN (1926 – 1928) was based on the Mignon model and Praga LN (1932 – 1940) was based primarily on the chassis of a similar truck Praga AN. Both vehicles were produced in many variations which included box vans and buses. We also have MN fire trucks still preserved today.

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Year build 1926
Model LN
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1926
End of Production 1940

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Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Valve gear SV
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith 30 TGH

Praga AN

Praga AN was a light truck based on the Alfa series which was very popular among small businessmen. Its title is a simple acronym of “Alfa Nákladní” meaning “Freight Alfa”. It was also unofficially referred to as “anka” between its users. In the beginning of the production, AN was more of a van than a truck but the customers gradually demanded larger vehicle and so its dimensions grew with the years of its production (as it was in the case of a parallel production of Alfa model). Growing along the dimensions was the gross vehicle weight and engine power.
In total, approximately five and a half thousand vehicles were produced in 23 series from 1924 to 1940. This number included several modifications, including f.e. 330 small bus vehicles Praga AO which were able to accommodate 15 sitting passengers.

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Year build 1926
Model Praga AN
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1924
End of Production 1940

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Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2
Front track 1230 mm, 48.4 in
Length 4710
Width 1650
Gross vehicle weight 1 t

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith 26 HAK
Aspiration normal
Max power 16.0 kW / PS at 2800 rpm
Gearbox M3

Praga N

Praga N, constructed in 1915, was a successor to older heavy truck models V and T. The production continued without any substantial changes until 1930. During the following year, Praga N’s both engine and exterior were modernized to suit better contemporary requirements. N type was mainly manufactured as a flatbed truck and bus vehicle (as was the case of other Praga vehicles in this category) but many other options were available; these included tank and dumper truck, fire trucks and sweeper trucks. Praga N was a favourite option both for private companies and individuals and in public sector where Ns were employed mostly for military and municipal services.
The N type was in production for stunning 24 years in 23 series in total. More than two thousand vehicles were manufactured and several types NB, ND, NO and NO-D were derived from the basic N type.

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Year build 1925
Model N
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1915
End of Production 1938

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Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2
Length 7140 mm
Width 2200 mm
Gross vehicle weight 5 t

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling liquid
Capacity 7 487 ccm
Valve gear SV
Fuel system carburretor zenith 42 HAK
Max power 36.7 kW (50 k) / 1500 rpm
Gearbox 4
Maximum speed 30 km/h

Praga L & LD

Light truck and utility vehicle called simply “L” was produced by Praga in the years preceding the First World War. Its production continued until 1931 when it was replaced by an enhanced “LD” type which was then manufactured until 1936. With curb weight 2.900 kilograms this vehicle was able to carry the weight of 3.000 kilograms, its maximum speed reached 35 km/h and average fuel consumption was approximately 42 l/km. Praga L was employed both in public and military sector.

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Year build 1920
Model L (LD)
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1912
End of Production 1936

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Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2
Length 5650 mm
Width 2000 mm
Weight 1200 kg, 2646 lb
Gross vehicle weight 1.5 t

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Capacity 3816 cm³
Valve gear SV
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith 42HAK
Max power 21.0 kW / at 1000 rpm
Gearbox M3

Praga RND

An interesting derivation of the RN type is represented in Praga RND. This model differs mainly in its compression-ignition engine which proved to be a popular choice amongst the customers at that time; the main reason being its lower consumption of fuel.
The production of this model continued until 1955, with the engine being gradually improved. RND was regularly produced as a pick-up truck, van and a dumper truck. It was also produced as a bus and a field hospital (for military purposes) in a small series in 1951. The total number of produced vehicles is almost reaching the number of 17 000 RNDs.

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Year build 1950
Model RND
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1934
End of Production 1955

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Number of doors 2
Number of seats 3
Gross vehicle weight 3500 kg

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Engine position front
Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 4154 cm³
Valve gear SV
Max power 44.5 kW / 2000 rpm

Praga RN

Praga RN (“Rychlý Nákladní”, Czech for “Rapid truck”) was for a certain time company’s main representative in the category of medium trucks. RN remained in production for remarkable 20 years without being substantially modified. In total, almost 24 thousand vehicles were manufactured. The vehicle was produced in various options, including civil and military trucks, ambulance cars, vans, tank or dumper trucks and even mobile workrooms.
RN type also ventured abroad: in the early 1930s a tender competition was announced by TAM – a Yugoslavian car manufacturer. TAM was seeking a licence on production of medium trucks suitable for local conditions. Praga’s RNs successfully surpassed all the other competitors and was therefore the obvious choice for the Yugoslavian company in question. TAM produced a vast number of 50 thousands vehicles under the marking RN-TP in factories in Rakovica and Maribor. This foreign production contributed both the good reputation of Praga In other countries and to extensive motorization of Balkan area.

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Year build 1949
Model RN
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1933
End of Production 1953

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Number of doors 2
Number of seats 3
Length 6775 mm
Gross vehicle weight 3500 kg

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Engine position front
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 3468 cm³
Bore 80.0 mm, 3.15 in
Stroke 115.0 mm, 4.528 in
Valve gear SV
Fuel system carburettor Praga Diflex 42
Max power 54.0 at 3000rpm
Gearbox 4+1

Praga E-114

Praga’s aircraft section (very much like the whole Czechoslovak industry) was under the Nazi administration during their occupation of the Republic. After the war, the whole production focused on civilian needs of the post-war years. Following the success of Air Baby, a decision was made to modernize this very plane and restart the production of Praga E-114. The first prototype had its first flight in October 1946 (Praga E-114D) and was powered by Praga D four-cylinder engine with power of 48 kW. The second version (Praga E-114M) received a brand new engine Walter Mikron III which also altered the visage of the plane as well. In total, 126 aircrafts E-114 were manufactured for domestic air clubs and for export purposes as well.

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Year build 1947
Model E-114
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1946
End of Production 1947

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Body type high-wing monoplane
Number of seats 2
Length 7.05 m
Height 2.4 m

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Engine position front
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling air
Fuel system Walter Mikron III
Max power 48 kW
Maximum speed 187 km/h

Praga RV

Praga RV, a fast military all-terrain truck, was the most plentiful military vehicle in the Czechoslovak army in the times preceding the WWII. Army obtained more than 2000 vehicles in the years 1935 to 1938 and employed them for logistic purposes as well as for transport of light artillery and flak cannons. Sixty RV vehicles were modified in 1938 to mobile radio-vehicles with new name RVR. These vehicles became a symbol of the growing crisis in the pre-war period because a vast number of photographs of RVs with Czechoslovak soldiers about to be deployed to nation’s border against Third Reich’s forces flooded the press at that time.
Praga RV was remarkable mostly for its swift operation in even difficult off-road conditions. The vehicle participated successfully in many competitions and was subsequently demanded by armies of Yugoslavia, Poland, Romania, Iran, Sweden, Switzerland and Turkey.

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Year build 1938
Model RV
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1935
End of Production 1940

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Body type truck
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 2
Length 5690 mm
Width 2000 mm
Height 2900 mm
Weight 3810 kg

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Engine position front
Number of cylinders 6
Cooling water
Capacity 3468 cm³
Bore 80.0 mm, 3.15 in
Stroke 115.0 mm, 4.528 in
Valve gear SV
Fuel system Praga SV
Max power 50 kW / 2000 rpm
Maximum speed 70 km/h, 44 mph

Praga T6

Praga engaged in manufacturing of caterpillar tractors in the year 1925. These vehicles were primarily designed for army purposes: transport of heavy artillery and other logistic purposes in the difficult conditions of the battlefield. Praga’s first model MT was based on a French model (Renault FT) and following BD series was based on a German Hanomag product. Therefore, the first company’s own construction is Praga T II which was introduced in 1935 and was in production in several series until 1944. The Second World War meant a great demand for this type of vehicles and that is the reason that most of the series were produced simultaneously during these years. It is hard to estimate the total number of produced vehicles because of the extreme circumstances; that is even the case of the most popular series, T 6. Production of the T series was followed by Praga HT, a caterpillar tractor for civil purposes which was in production from 1943 to 1951.

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Year build 1937
Model T 6
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1935
End of Production 1944

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Body type caterpillar tractor
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 3
Length 4800 mm, 189 in
Width 1800 mm
Height 1700 mm
Weight 7050 kg

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Engine position front
Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 7754 cm³
Bore 105 mm
Stroke 150 mm
Valve gear SV
Fuel system Praga N
Max power 67.5 kW / 1800 rpm
Maximum speed 31 km/h

Praga AH-IV

Light tank vehicle Praga AH-IV was based on the previous prototype TNH and was manufactured in factories Českomoravská-Kolben-Daněk since 1936. AH-IV proved to be a popular type on the international scale for it was employed in several foreign armies during the WWII. This included armies of Romania (36 tanks), Sweden (49 tanks) and Iran (51 tanks). After the war, 20 models were also manufactured for the Ethiopian army. The vehicle was armed with one heavy machine gun on the turret and a light machine gun next to the driver.

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Year build 1936
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1936
End of Production 1950

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Body type tank
Number of doors 1
Number of seats 2
Length 3 000 mm
Width 1 750 mm
Height 1 380 mm
Weight 3 000 kg

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Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 2492 ccm, 151.4 cu-in
Fuel system Praga AH
Max power 33,1 kW / 3000 rpm
Maximum speed 40 km/h

Praga Alfa

The 23rd series of Alfa model was introduced in 1937.This year also represents the last stage in production of this model (although Alfas were produced up 1942). The standard coachwork had four seats (six seats in the limousine) and eight windows with safety shatter-proof glass. The last 25th series was also equipped with a car radio Motorola and with Heates heating system. Last years of Alfa production can therefore be considered a swansong for the whole production of this model: an elegant vehicle with first-rate equipment. Several Alfas were also used as police vehicles equipped with light machine guns operated from the back seat.
Last Alfa vehicle was produced in 1942 and in total the company produced 9 253 cars of this model.

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Year build 1938
Model Alfa
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1937
End of Production 1942

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Body type cabrio, convertible, limousine
Number of doors 4
Number of seats 6
Wheelbase 3250 mm, 128 in
Length 5200 mm, 204.7 in
Width 1660 mm, 65.4 in
Weight 1620 kg, 3572 lb

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 2492 ccm, 151.4 cu-in
Bore 75.0 mm, 2.953 in
Stroke 94.0 mm, 3.701 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburator, 1 x Solex
Max power 44.0 / 60.0 at 3500 rpm
Gearbox M3
Maximum speed 110 km/h, 68 mph

Praga Piccolo

Last six series (P 31 – P 36) of Piccolo vehicles are launched in the years 1937–1941. The engine was equipped with an aluminium cylinder head, the liquid cooling was propelled by a pump and was provided with a thermostat. Single dry clutch was secured by peripheral springs which also muffled engine vibrations. Besides the standard model there was also a four-seat cabriolet and roadster. The most employed modifications were small pickups and box vans.
Over three thousand vehicles were sold in the course of five years, thus making “Piccolos” the most popular model of all Praga’s car production. An impressive number of nearly eighteen thousand Piccolo vehicles were sold in total.

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Year build 1939
Model Piccolo
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1937
End of Production 1941

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Body type tudor, convertible, roadster
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 4
Wheelbase 2630 mm, 103.5 in
Front track 1180 mm, 46.5 in
Rear track 1240 mm, 48.8 in
Length 4120 mm, 162.2 in
Width 1500 mm, 59.1 in
Height 1485 mm, 58.5 in
Weight 960 kg, 2116 lb

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling liquid
Capacity 1128 ccm, 68.5 cu-in
Bore 65.0 mm, 2.559 in
Stroke 85.0 mm, 3.346 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith
Aspiration normal
Max power 21.0 / 28.0 at 3500 rpm
Gearbox M4
Maximum speed 100 km/h, 62 mph

Praga Piccolo

The 8th series of Praga Piccolo started the production of the “classic” version of the vehicle which is the most famous one and probably the most praised as well. This version continued to be in production for five more years until the 20th series (with 500 cars produced in each series). With new series more modifications were made regarding the engine, carburettor, tyres and coachwork. In 1930, a useful pickup version “Normandy” (also used with the Alfa type) was introduced and became quickly popular amongst small businessmen. Normandy proved helpful to the police force which commissioned 50 vehicles in the pickup version with small seats in the cargo area of the vehicle. Another interesting example is specially modified vehicle advertising Hašlerky, very popular candy at that time (and even today).
Most regular Piccolo vehicles were however the two / four-door limousine and phaeton.

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Year build 1930
Model Poccolo
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1928
End of Production 1932

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Body type convertible, limousine, faeton
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 4
Wheelbase 2600 mm, 102.4 in
Length 3870 mm, 152.4 in
Width 1450 mm, 57.1 in
Height 1550 mm, 61 in
Weight 930 kg, 2050 lb

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Capacity 995 ccm, 60.4 cu-in
Bore 60.0 mm, 2.362 in
Stroke 88.0 mm, 3.465 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith
Aspiration normal
Max power 15.0 / 21.0 at 3200 rpm
Maximum speed 85 km/h, 53 mph

Praga Lady

Praga Lady with the sixth series acquired a new five-door four-seat dynamic coachwork with previously employed chassis. Modifications were also of technical nature: apart from well-tried carburettor Zenith, “Ladies” were equipped also with Solex ATJP and Solex AIC and later with a German version of Zenith under the name of Diflex 30.
Praga Lady was primarily used as an automobile for personal use but proved to be also very useful as a ambulance, open pick-up and a van. An interesting prototype was made in 1940: an enlarged ambulance car with a chubby look. Almost four thousands Praga Lady vehicles were produced in eight series and in 1947 the production of Lady was done – as well as the production of other automobile models. From then on, Praga’s focus of production lied in different areas.

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Year build 1938
Model Lady
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1938
End of Production 1947

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Body type roadster
Number of doors 2
Number of seats 4
Wheelbase 2650 mm, 104.3 in
Front track 1230 mm, 48.4 in
Rear track 1260 mm, 49.6 in
Length 4180 mm, 164.6 in
Width 1600 mm, 63 in
Height 1580 mm, 62.2 in
Weight 1200 kg, 2646 lb

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Capacity 1661 ccm, 100.9 cu-in
Bore 75.0 mm, 2.953 in
Stroke 94.0 mm, 3.701 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburettor, 1 x Zenith, (Solex ATJP and Solex AIC, Diflex 30)
Max power 26.0 / 35.0 at 3500 rpm
Gearbox M3
Maximum speed 110 km/h, 68 mph

Praga LT vz. 38

Praga began the production of tank vehicles in 1933 and constructed several models. These efforts were finished with type LT mk. 38. This light tank was successful in an open competition of the Czechoslovak armed forces and the army ordered 150 tank vehicles in 1939 – this competition was caused of course by the circumstances of these troubled times. Unfortunately, this was also the year of the occupation by German forces and the commission of these vehicles was taken over by the Third Reich. Germans produced the tank in Czech factories under marking “PzKpfw 38“ and manufactured hundreds of these vehicles. LT mk. 38 was considered one of the best tanks of the world in the year of its production, but this changed with the technological advancement caused by the war itself. Therefore, at the end of the war, LT mk. 38 represented quite an ordinary vehicle and the new Czechoslovak army handled only 31 of these light tanks.

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Year build 1939
Model LT vz. 38
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1938
End of Production 1942

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Body type tank
Number of doors 1
Number of seats 4
Front track 1 860 mm
Length 4510 mm
Width 2080 mm
Height 2240 mm
Weight 9000 kg

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Number of cylinders 6
Capacity 7754 ccm
Bore 110 mm
Stroke 130 mm
Valve gear SV
Fuel system OHV Praga AC
Max power 109 kw (145 hp) / 2400 rpm
Maximum speed 42 km/h

Praga AT

Praga began with the production of tractor vehicles in 1928 and replaced the previous production of motor-ploughs. Tractors therefore stand for the second phase of modernization of agricultural production generally. Tractor Praga AT was a small machine powered by an engine with capacity of 1.947 ccm and power 16.5 kW at 1.800 rpm. The tractor was ideal for both road and field surfaces – and had option of wheels specially designed for ploughing purposes. Tractors were a popular choice mainly among medium-size farmers who generally represented the progressive current in the agricultural area of life in the First Czechoslovak republic. In total, over 500 Praga AT tractor vehicles were produced in Praga’s factories. Other tractors developed by the company were models BDk (1928 – 1932) and KT (1929 – 1930).

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Year build 1928
Model AT
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1928
End of Production 1942

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Body type traktor
Number of seats 1
Length 2815 mm
Width 1560 mm

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Number of cylinders 4
Cooling liquid
Capacity 1947 ccm
Bore 75.0 mm, 2.953 in
Stroke 110.0 mm, 4.331 in
Valve gear SV
Fuel system Zenith 30 K
Max power 20 HP / 1400
Maximum speed 20 km/h

Praga Alfa

New series of Alfa (i.e. series 17-21) kept six-cylinder engine of previous series but with alterations especially in capacity and power. In 1930, a new pickup “Normandy” was introduced and proved to be very popular especially among small businesses.
Praga vehicles competed in many racing events during the 1930s. Alfa models were no exception; in 1932, two modified vehicles of this model were produced especially for the factory engineer and racer Petr Mucha. Racing duo Mucha-Urban then participated in the first official race “1000 miles of Czechoslovakia” and won with a stunning average speed of 84 km/h on open roads.
The second stage of Alfa production was completed with only one vehicle prototype in 1933. Developed as an ambulance car it included many adjustments and modifications. These adjustments were used later on during production of standard ambulance cars on Super Piccolo and Lady chassis.

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Year build 1932
Model Alfa
Manufacturer Praga
Start of Production 1929
End of Production 1933

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Body type sedan
Number of doors 4
Number of seats 6
Wheelbase 2900 mm, 114.2 in
Length 4355 mm, 171.5 in
Width 1530 mm, 60.2 in
Weight 1320 kg, 2910 lb

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Engine position front
Drive wheel rear
Fuel petrol
Number of cylinders 6
Cooling liquid
Capacity 1792 ccm, 108.8 cu-in
Bore 65.0 mm, 2.559 in
Stroke 90.0 mm, 3.543 in
Valve gear SV
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system carburator, 1 x Zenith
Aspiration normal
Max power 26.0 / 36.0 at 3200 rpm
Gearbox M3
Maximum speed 90 km/h, 56 mph

History

Born in 1907

1910s

Growing in the twenties

1920s

PRAGA TAKES OFF

1930s

PRAGA BATTLES ON

1940s

PRAGA GOES TO WORK

1950s and 60s

A NEW DAWN

1990s

Praga Charon

Praga Mignon 1911 – 1924

Praga V & T

Praga Grand 1912 – 1921

Praga L & LD

Praga Alfa 1913

Praga R

Praga K

Praga N

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Praga Mignon 1911 – 1924

Praga Grand 1912 – 1921

Praga L & LD

Praga R

Praga K

Praga N

Praga Grand 1922 – 1926

Praga Alfa 1922 – 1926

Praga Piccolo 1924 – 1926

Praga AN

Praga Mignon 1925 – 1929

Praga MN and LN

Praga Alfa 1926 – 1928

Praga Alfa 1927 – 1929

Praga Grand 1927 – 1932

Praga Piccolo 1927

Praga Piccolo 1928 – 1932

Praga 500 BDS

Praga AT

Praga Alfa 1929 – 1933

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