Chapter 101: Daimler Sedan
"The fact that the French were able to think of such a solution to the recoil problem of artillery has to be said to be admirable. Pen @ fun @ pavilion wWw. ļ½ļ½ļ½Uļ½Eć info They actually want to hide its performance, apparently wanting to wait until the war starts to pit the empire. "Gustav? Krupp said.
Qin Tian nodded, the performance of the French's 75mm field guns on the battlefield was indeed very impressive. However, even this could not restore the decline of the French Army on the battlefield.
"Mr. Krupp, after knowing the methods used by the French, can we develop a similar cannon and apply it to other cannons to increase the rate of fire of our artillery as much as possible?" Qin Tian asked.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, it shouldn't be a big problem. With the technical strength of Krupp, this is easily possible. "Gustav? Krupp said proudly.
Although, the solution to the recoil of artillery that the French came up with was very ingenious. However, German technology is definitely not bad either. Knowing the methods adopted by the French, they were immediately able to imitate them and even improve on them.
"That way, it couldn't be better. I hope that once the war starts, our artillery will be on the battlefield and will be able to let the French and other enemies know that we are powerful. Qin Tian was full of expectations for future wars.
"His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, it will definitely be like that." Gustav? Krupp said firmly.
Qin Tian's trip to Krupp this time can be described as a lot of gains. Not only did Krupp promise to speed up the development of larger-caliber naval guns, but they also began the development of new infantry artillery. Of course, the biggest achievement was the establishment of the German Arms Company by the two sides, which entered the field of light weapons.
Under the farewell of the Krupp couple, Qin Tian left the Krupp company.
"If the standard equipment of the German Army can be changed because of this, I am afraid that the combat effectiveness can be further improved. That will make it easier to defeat those opponents in future wars. Qin Tian thought secretly.
In order to improve the combat effectiveness of the German* army, Qin Tian can be said to have spared no effort, from the navy to the army, he has thought of all the ways he can think of. It would be unreasonable if, despite all his efforts, the German Army had not won the war.
After meeting with the Krupps, Qin Tian did not stay in Berlin for long. A few days later, he received a message from the general manager of Daimler AG, Paul? Daimler's announcement, went to Stuttgart.
Daimler AG has developed rapidly during this period, and its motorcycles have been rising. Not only did it cause a sales boom in Germany, but it was also exported to other European countries and even the United States. Many young men and women are even more devoted to buying motorcycles produced by Daimler. Under such circumstances, even if Qin Tian donated a motorcycle worth 50 million marks to the military, it would be nothing. After all, two motorcycles alone are enough to make a lot of profit for Daimler.
"Your Royal Highness, welcome to Stuttgart." Paul? Daimler had a smile on his face. Although Daimler AG has become a subsidiary of Deutsche Motor Vehicle Manufacturing AG, the profits of the Daimler family have also been reduced to 5%. However, the profit brought by this five percent stake is obviously much higher than that of Daimler AG before.
"Hello, Mr. Daimler, I can see that you are in a good mood!" Qin Tian said with a smile.
"Your Royal Highness, that's of course. You don't know how hot our products are right now. The factory has been working three shifts, but it is still unable to meet the needs of the market. A new plant is also under construction and is expected to be ready for production in three months. When the time comes, it will be able to relieve our pressure somewhat. "Paul? Daimler said.
In order to meet the needs of the market and further increase its market share, Daimler began to expand its production capacity frantically in order to be able to seize as much market share as possible before other competitors develop the same type of products.
Qin Tian nodded, it is very necessary to expand the company's production capacity. In this way, you will be able to gain more markets and at the same time get more profits. Of course, further research and development of new products cannot be abandoned. Otherwise, it will soon be surpassed by competitors. It is impossible for any company to continue to develop with just one product.
"How's the development of new products going?" Qin Tian asked.
"Your Highness, at your request, we have already begun research on the second generation of motorcycles. Mr. Maybach is now in charge of the research and development of new products. Progress is very fast, and we expect to be able to complete the development of the second generation of our motorcycle next year. "Paul? Daimler said.
Although, he had some different opinions on Qin Tian's request to develop new products, thinking that their motorcycles would not be challenged by competitors so soon. However, he didn't dare to refuse Qin Tian's request, so he could only do it. Although it will take a lot of money to develop new products. But now the company's profits are so staggering that they are enough to support the development of new products.
Qin Tian nodded: "The motorcycles I personally donated to the military should also speed up production." ā
"Yes, Your Highness." Although this will squeeze the company's capacity, Paul? Daimler has no objection to this. Now, Qin Tian's identity is no longer the same. When Qin Tian acquired Daimler before, he was just an ordinary prince. And now, Qin Tian has become the imperial crown prince. The army is an important supporter of Qin Tian, so it is natural to give priority to meeting the requirements of the military.
Wrinkled Paul? Accompanied by Daimler, Qin Tian came to Daimler again.
Qin Tian did not go to the office, but went straight to the R&D department. Because, the main purpose of his visit to Daimler this time was to take a look at Daimler's new products and the upgraded version of the 'Phoenix' car, which was officially named after 'Daimler'.
"Your Highness, you are here. This is the next generation of cars that have been developed according to your requirements. I have to admit that this is a work of art at all! "William? Maybach looked excited. He believes that once their sedan is put on the market, it will cause a lot of sensation. This will be a shock to the entire automotive industry. This will also allow Daimler AG to have a second fist product after motorcycles.
Qin Tian nodded and looked at the car parked in the R&D department. Although it is not as good as the sedans of later generations, it already has the characteristics of later sedans.