Disk (Czechia) - AllCarIndex

Ceskoslovenska Zbrojovka, a.s., based in Brno, was originally established in 1919 as an arms factory. In the 1920s, as the demand for firearms declined, the company diversified its production to include passenger cars. This shift led to the creation of the Disk, also known as Diskos, which marked the company's entry into the automotive market.

The Disk was designed by Bretislav Novotny, who was recognized for his work on Aero cars. This model featured a self-supporting steel body and an innovative friction gearing system that replaced the traditional clutch and gearbox. The vehicle was powered by a 2-stroke, 4-cylinder in-line engine with a displacement of 599cc, producing 14 horsepower. Despite its innovative design, the Disk faced significant challenges, particularly with the reliability of its friction gears, which contributed to a limited production run of approximately 75 units.

The pricing strategy for the Disk was notable; it was offered at 26,000 Kc, but factory employees could purchase it for a reduced price of 15,000 Kc. Ultimately, the Disk's production was short-lived, and it served as a precursor to subsequent models, including the Enka and the more widely recognized Z cars.