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M18 Hellcat Tank Destroyer 1943-97

By: Osprey

Type: Softcover

Product Line: New Vanguard - APC's, AFV's, Softskins & Other Vehicles

Last Stocked on 10/27/2024

Product Info

Title
M18 Hellcat Tank Destroyer 1943-97
Publisher
Category
Author
Steven Zaloga
Publish Year
2004
Pages
48
Dimensions
8x10x.25"
NKG Part #
2147398647
MFG. Part #
OSPNVG097
Type
Softcover
Series
NVG97

Description

The M18 76mm Gun Motor Carriage was developed for the US Army's Tank Destroyer Command. It was the only tank destroyer deployed during World War II actually based on their requirements for speed and firepower. This book examines the development of this vehicle, the controversies over the need for high-speed tank destroyers, and its actual performance during World War II. Special emphasis is placed on examining its performance in its intended mission. Coverage also includes derivative vehicles of the M18 such as the M39 armored utility vehicle.