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Nicknamed the “Blitz Buggy”, this vehicle concept which was the first bid accepted by the Army, as it satisfied the Army’s Ordnance Technical Committee specifications. While the “Blitz Buggy” did satisfy these requirements, Bantam was not able to deliver with the fiscal strength or production capability needed to win the contract with the War Department. As a result, Ford and Willys were asked to product their own pilot models for testing, the results of which would determine the contract.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe original pilot models were submitted and named accordingly. The Willys Quad by Willys Overland, the Ford Pygmy by Ford and the BRC60 by Bantam were accepted and orders were given for 1,500 units per company. During these pre-production runs, each vehicle was re-named. The Willys Quad became the “MA”, the Ford Pygmy became the “GP”, and the “BRC60” became the “BRC40”. By July of 1941, the War Department, needing standardization, selected Willys-Overland to fulfill its contract, on account of the MA’s powerful engine, silhouette, low bid, and because of the company’s ability to fulfill production needs, ordering another 16,000 vehicles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsorbing some of the design features of the Bantam and Ford entries, the Willys “MA” was then renamed the Willys “MB”, and featured the powerful “Go Devil” engine and a welded flat iron “slat” radiator grille (which was later replaced by a stamped grille in March 1942). By October 1941, due to an increased demand for production, Ford was contracted to assist Willys-Overland and changed their model’s name from “GP” to “GPW”, with the “W” referring to the “Willys” licensed design. During WW2, Ford produced some 280,000 of these vehicles. 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Logistical and transport restrictions, such as limitations imposed by roads, ports, and bridges, also complicated the introduction of a more capable but heavier tank. Tank destroyer battalions using vehicles built on the M4 hull and chassis, but with open-topped turrets and more potent high-velocity guns, also entered widespread use in the Allied armies. Even by 1944, most M4 Shermans kept their dual purpose 75mm gun. By 1944, the M4 was inferior in firepower and armour to increasing numbers of German heavy tanks, but was able to fight on with numerical superiority and mutual support from growing numbers of fighter-bombers and artillery pieces. 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The weapon carriage is lightweight welded aluminum, mounted on a variable recoil mechanism. The weapon is manually loaded and positioned, and can be towed by a 2-ton truck or High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), can be transported by UH-60 Black Hawkhelicopters, or can be dropped by parachute with airborne units. When emplaced, the howitzer’s high volume of fire compensates in large measure for the lower explosive weight of the projectile compared to the Army’s 155mm and 8-inch howitzers. Since 1964, the Army acquired \u003cstrong\u003e1,150\u003c\/strong\u003e M102 towed howitzers. 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Intended primarily as an anti-tank weapon, it could also be employed in an antipersonnel role with the use of an antipersonnel-tracer flechette round. The bore was commonly described as being 106 mm caliber but is in fact 105 mm; the \u003cstrong\u003e106 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e designation was intended to prevent confusion with incompatible 105 mm ammunition from the failed \u003cstrong\u003eM27\u003c\/strong\u003e. The air-cooled, breech-loaded, single-shot rifle fired fixed ammunition and was used primarily from a wheeled ground mount. 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On the left side, there is an elevating wheel, in the center of which is the trigger wheel used to fine adjust the elevation and at the same time firing the spotting rifle when pulled, and the gun when pushed. The mounting is a \u003cstrong\u003eM79\u003c\/strong\u003e “wheelbarrow” tripod; the front leg has a castering wheel. On top of the mount is a traverse wheel. On the center of the traverse wheel is a locking wheel, when the wheel is down, the rifle is locked in traverse, and can only be moved right and left with the traverse wheel. When the wheel is raised, the rifle can be traversed by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe whole mounting can be placed on an \u003cstrong\u003eM151\u003c\/strong\u003e Jeep for mobile use and can also be mounted on \u003cstrong\u003eM274\u003c\/strong\u003e “Mule” and \u003cstrong\u003eM113\u003c\/strong\u003e APC as well. 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As a completely open and exposed vehicle, they offered absolutely no protection to the driver, yet that was relatively unimportant as they were mainly used as cargo carriers and medium-range infantry support vehicles, rather than tactical vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe driver’s seat could be removed and the steering column moved forward and the vehicle driven in reverse to accommodate more cargo. If under fire the steering column could be moved further forward and down, so the operator could operate the vehicle while crawling behind it. They were phased out from military usage in the 1980s with the introduction of the HMMWV series vehicles. The HMMWV was, however, unable to fulfill the role of the Mule, so the M-Gator, a military variant of the popular John Deere Gator vehicle, was introduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe M274 Mules were often outfitted with a wide array of weaponry, especially in the Vietnam War. They could be modified to carry virtually any type of conventional weapon that could be mounted on a truck. 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The basic cargo version was designed to transport a 5-ton (4,500 kg), 14 ft (4.3 m) long load over all terrain in all weather. In on-road service the load weight was doubled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe M39 series was the primary heavy truck of the US Army and US Marine forces during the \u003cstrong\u003eVietnam War\u003c\/strong\u003e, and was also used by the US Navy, US Air Force, and ARVN forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe M39 Series began to be replaced by the M809 series in 1970, followed by the M939 series in 1982, but continues to serve in other nations’ armed forces around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe M39 series were originally powered by a Continental R6602 engine. 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While the tank’s armour was relatively thin, ranging from 12mm to 38mm, it offered protection against small arms fire and shell fragments, suiting its role as a reconnaissance vehicle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePowered by a 220 horsepower engine, the M24 Chaffee could reach top speeds of around 56 km\/h (35 mph) and had a range of 160 kilometers (100 miles). 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The tank also proved valuable in infantry support roles, leveraging its firepower against enemy infantry and light vehicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhile the M24 Chaffee was gradually phased out by the US Army in favor of more advanced tank models, it continued to serve in various armies around the world, particularly in countries that acquired surplus US military equipment. The tank saw action in conflicts such as the \u003cb\u003eFrench Indochina War\u003c\/b\u003e, the \u003cb\u003eAlgerian War\u003c\/b\u003e, and the \u003cb\u003eIndo-Pakistani War\u003c\/b\u003e of 1971, demonstrating its continued relevance and versatility on the battlefield.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eOverall, the M24 Chaffee was an important light tank that provided valuable reconnaissance and support capabilities during its service life. Its combination of firepower, mobility, and compact size made it well-suited for its intended roles, contributing to its enduring legacy as a notable American tank design.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA total of \u003cb\u003e4,731\u003c\/b\u003e units were built between April 44 and August 45.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- \u003cb\u003eFIVE\u003c\/b\u003e possible variants to cover the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- American, late World War 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- British, late World War 2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- American, Korean War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- French, First Indochina War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e- ARVN, Vietnam War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- All hatches can be in open or closed position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Include both steel and rubber tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Tank commander for all 5 variants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eProduct Code: \u003cb\u003e280140\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eNumber of Parts: \u003cb\u003e135 pieces\u003c\/b\u003e \/\u003cb\u003e 3 sprues\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubicon Models Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40929853145168,"sku":"280140","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0255\/1110\/0496\/files\/280140M24Chaffee240628-1w.png?v=1727103180"},{"product_id":"280141-m48a3-patton-m67a1-zippo","title":"280141 - M48A3 Patton  M67A1 Zippo","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eM48A3\u003c\/b\u003e was an upgraded version of the iconic \u003cb\u003eM48 Patton\u003c\/b\u003e tank, developed specifically to address the limitations and challenges faced during the \u003cb\u003eVietnam War\u003c\/b\u003e. At the heart of this variant was a more powerful 105mm main gun, replacing the earlier 90mm cannon. This enhancement provided the M48A3 with improved range, accuracy, and armor-piercing capabilities, giving it a decisive edge on the battlefield. Complementing the main armament were a .50 caliber machine gun and a 7.62mm machine gun, expanding the tank’s firepower against infantry and light targets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTo enhance the M48A3’s mobility, the tank was powered by a robust 750 horsepower gasoline engine, with some later models featuring fuel-efficient diesel engines. Additionally, the tank was equipped with an advanced fire control system, including a stabilized gun and an improved rangefinder, which improved its accuracy and target acquisition, even while on the move. The M48A3 also retained the composite armor of its predecessor, with the option to add appliqué armor for enhanced protection against anti-tank weapons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDuring the \u003cb\u003eVietnam War\u003c\/b\u003e, the M48A3 Patton emerged as the primary battle tank for the \u003cb\u003eUS Army\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eMarine Corps\u003c\/b\u003e, proving its worth in a variety of combat operations. Its improved firepower, mobility, and reliability allowed it to excel in offensive actions, defensive maneuvers, and direct engagements with enemy forces. Even after the conflict, the M48A3 continued to serve in the arsenals of various militaries worldwide, with some receiving further upgrades to enhance its capabilities. Over \u003cb\u003e12,000\u003c\/b\u003e units were built for all M48 variants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAlongside the powerful M48A3 Patton, the US military employed a unique and fearsome platform during the Vietnam War – the \u003cb\u003eM67A2 “Zippo”\u003c\/b\u003e flamethrower tank. Unlike the M48A3, this specialized vehicle did not feature a main gun; instead, it was replaced with a powerful flamethrower, making it a dedicated close-range assault weapon. When fired, the M67A2’s flamethrower produced “rods of flames,” striking terror into the hearts of its targets, primarily infantry. The M67A2 “Zippo” was primarily used for “mop-up” operations, where its flamethrower proved invaluable in dislodging and eliminating enemy forces hiding in dense foliage or fortified positions. A total of \u003cb\u003e109\u003c\/b\u003e units were built between 1955 and 1956.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Option to build either a \u003cb\u003eM48A3\u003c\/b\u003e or a \u003cb\u003eM67A2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- M1 cupola with or without G305 riser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Hatches can be in open or closed position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Optional searchlight and spare tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Optional mantlet and searchlight canvas covers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Tank crew in Vietnam era uniform included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eProduct Code: \u003cb\u003e280141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eNumber of Parts: \u003cb\u003e152 pieces\u003c\/b\u003e \/\u003cb\u003e 4 sprues\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubicon Models Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40929854783568,"sku":"280141","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0255\/1110\/0496\/files\/280140M24Chaffee240628-1w.png?v=1727103180"},{"product_id":"282rg001-m3-half-track-stowage-kit-resin","title":"282RG001 - M3 Half Track Stowage Kit - Resin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDesigned specifically to fit our\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e 280027 M3\/M3A1 Halftrack\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Plastic kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e(not included)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome parts will only fit certain areas of the 280027 kit while others have generic fitting options for customisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShown attached to our 280027 M3A1 Half Track (not included)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh Quality Resin Product\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRequires CA Adhesive (superglue)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProduct Code: \u003cstrong\u003e282RG001\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNumber of Parts: \u003cstrong\u003e15\u003c\/strong\u003e resin pieces\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eManufactured in the UK\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSupplied in a recyclable card box.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct may vary slightly from supplied images\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarning! 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