Private company

Markranstädter Automobil Fabrik (M.A.F.)

German automobile manufacturer

The Markranstädter Automobilfabrik is a former producer of automobiles from Markranstädt, Germany, which was active between 1909 and 1923. Hugo Ruppe founded the Markranstädter car factory in 1909, producing cars that were sold under the brand name MAF. The first model was the Type D 4 from 1909 to 1913.² It ceased to exist in 1921.¹ Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

1909Founded¹

Industryautomotive industry¹
HeadquartersMarkranstädt¹
Legal formGesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung¹

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The Markranstädter Automobilfabrik is a former producer of automobiles from Markranstädt, Germany, which was active between 1909 and 1923.²

The story

Founded by Hugo Ruppe in 1909.¹

Leadership

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FounderHugo Ruppe¹

Products and brands

Listed on Wikidata.¹

Timeline

1921Dissolved Dissolved¹
1909Founded Founded¹

Sources

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WikidataMarkranstädter Automobil Fabrik (M.A.F.) on Wikidata
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WikipediaMarkranstädter Automobil Fabrik (M.A.F.) on Wikipedia
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Wikimedia CommonsMarkranstädter Automobil Fabrik (M.A.F.) photo by Claus Ableiter, CC BY-SA 4.0