The tank badge was originally issued to individuals who were members of a tank crew. Later in the war the award was also extended to personnel from armored vehicle groups. The badge was issued without numbers, with the number 25, 50 and 75. The number would be a separate piece located at the bottom of the wreath.

The tank badge was designed on December 20th, 1939 by Ernst Peekhaus. The award was issued to tank personnel which included tank commanders, gunners, drivers and radio operators. In addition to the badge, the soldier also recieved a document with the company's commander signature. The badge came in two different types; Bronze and Silver.

The catch shown on this example is of thin type. It is attached directly to the body.	The hinge for this tank badge is of type square. It is soldered directly to the main body.	The manufacturing marking shown here consists of the raised letters RK. It is important to note that not all tank badges were marked.