FT-17 is one of the best tanks of the First World War, the world's first serial French light tank, the layout of which is called
classic (control compartment - in front, combat with a circular rotation tower - in the center, and motor-transmission - in the rear).
Designed as an immediate infantry support tank in 1916-1917 by the renowned car manufacturer Louis Renault.
By November 11, 1918, 3177 Renault tanks had been built. In numerous variants, the FT-17 was in service with more than 20 states and participated in various military conflicts.