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Carden-Loyd Tractors Ltd.

British tankette

The Carden Loyd tankettes were a series of British tankettes of the period between the World Wars, the most successful of which was the Mark VI, the only version built in significant numbers. It became a classic tankette design worldwide, was licence-built by several countries and became the basis of several designs produced in various countries.2 It was founded by Sir John Carden, 6th Baronet and Vivian Loyd.1 It ceased to exist in 1928.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

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The Carden Loyd tankettes were a series of British tankettes of the period between the World Wars, the most successful of which was the Mark VI, the only version built in significant numbers. It became a classic tankette design worldwide, was licence-built by several countries and became the basis of several designs produced in various countries.2

The story

Founded by Sir John Carden, 6th Baronet and Vivian Loyd.1

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Timeline

  1. 1928Dissolved Dissolved1

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