Pantserwagen M39

The Pantserwagen M39, also known as the Troll Panseret Kampbil m/39, was first introduced into Norwegian service in 1939 as a test vehicle to compare with the Troll Panseret Kampbil m/39. However, due to budget constraints, the armored car did not come equipped with a turret. After testing, it was determined that the M/39 model from Troll should not be invested in for larger production and a new development was needed, leading to the creation of the Troll Panseret Kampbil m/41.
=== Life after testing ===
After the trials were completed, the Royal Dragoons (Kongens Dragoner) requested to keep the Pantserwagen M39 as it was deemed well-suited for use in the "urban" capital of Oslo. The armored car was well-liked by its crew for its speed and improved Panservogn m/39 Turret, which made it very versatile.
=== Service in the war ===
During the war, the Panserbil was seen as one of the major factors in the Norwegian Army's ability to hold off the Germans in Oslo. The Royal Dragoons utilized its speed and the machineguns on both ends to hold street after street before retreating when necessary. The Panserbil and its crew served with distinction until it was replaced in 1941 with the new Norwegian Armored Car, the Troll Panseret Kampbil m/41.
=== Life after the war ===
Today, the Pantserwagen M39 is kept in running condition at the Norwegian Armored Heritage museum. Every year, it is featured in the Celebration of the victory of the War, paraded alongside other wartime vehicles that survived the war and veterans.