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These variants together currently represent about half of US Army armored vehicles. To date, it is estimated that over \u003cstrong\u003e80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e vehicles in the M113 family have been produced and used by over 50 countries worldwide; making it one of the most widely used armored fighting vehicles of all time. M113 production was terminated in 2007 to be replaced by a turretless variant of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eM577A1 Command Post Vehicle\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the M577 Command Post Carrier, is a variant of the M113 to function on the battlefield as a mobile command post; that is, a tactical operations centre, usually at the battalion level. 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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. 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American advisors and their own instructors trained ARVN soldiers, who were equipped with a range of weapons and supporting assets.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe ARVN engaged in offensive campaigns, defensive actions, and counterinsurgency operations; they faced challenges such as guerrilla tactics and difficult terrain.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eWhile their performance varied, the ARVN infantry participated in major battles like \u003cb\u003eAp Bac\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eDak To\u003c\/b\u003e, and the \u003cb\u003eTet Offensive\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eChallenges included infiltration, corruption, leadership issues, and coordination problems.\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\"\u003eAs American involvement decreased, the ARVN assumed greater responsibility but faced significant challenges.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eIn 1975, the ARVN rapidly collapsed during the NVA’s major offensive, leading to the fall of Saigon and communist rule.\u003cspan\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eDespite difficulties, individual ARVN soldiers demonstrated courage and dedication, making significant contributions alongside allied forces in the defence of South Vietnam.\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- Box contains 5 identical figure sprues, 6 figures per sprue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Multiple poses with different firearms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Weapons included M1 carbine, Garand, M16, M3 grease gun, Thompson, M72 and M79\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Each weapon type has different webbings \u0026amp; pouches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e- Asian faces with various headgears \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\u003e281005\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\u003e102 pieces per sprue\u003c\/b\u003e \/\u003cb\u003e 5 identical sprues + 30 Round Bases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubicon Models Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40929855733840,"sku":"281005","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0255\/1110\/0496\/files\/281005VietnamWarARVNInfantrymen240701-1w.png?v=1727103376"},{"product_id":"281006-the-australian-and-new-zealand-army-corps-anzac","title":"281006 - The Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eANZAC\u003c\/b\u003e infantry, consisting of soldiers from \u003cb\u003eAustralia\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/b\u003e, made a significant impact during the \u003cb\u003eVietnam War\u003c\/b\u003e. 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