M18 Hellcat Tank Destroyer 1943–97 (New Vanguard Book 97)

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pp.48.paperback edition.New Vanguard Series number 97.”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.”

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Book Information

ISBN 1841766879
ISBN13 9781841766874
Number of pages 48
Original Title M18 Hellcat Tank Destroyer 1943–97 (New Vanguard Book 97)
Published Date 2004
Illustrators Jim Laurier
Book Condition Very good
Jacket Condition No Dustjacket
Binding Paperback
Size 8vo
Place of Publication Botley
Edition First edition
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pp.48.paperback edition.New Vanguard Series number 97.”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.”

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Weight 1 kg