The Kfz 15 was developed in 1934 as part of a program to develop a standardised military passenger vehicle with a standard chassis and interchangeable parts. There were to be three weight classes by different manufacturers. Horch, Wanderer and Opel would be responsible for producing the medium vehicle, Kfz 15. The Kfz 15 had all wheel drive, an open body, four seats as well as a towing hook and boot space. Production ran from 1937 to 1940.