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Fallout Re: APC Development and related topics.

Officially in service this month the M117 GUARDIAN 250 units completely refurbished from USA stocks.

It has...
"It is equipped with an advanced armor system from IBD Deisenroth Engineering, a German firm known for its modular expandable armor packages. This includes ceramic composite applique armor for the exterior and a spall liner for the interior, offering robust protection against small arms fire, mine blasts, and Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs). The vehicle can transport up to eight infantry soldiers."

"The M1117 is fitted with a one-man non-stabilized turret which is armed with a 40mm automatic grenade launcher (MK19 MOD 3) and a .50-caliber machine gun (M2/M48) . This turret provides a full 360° rotation and can elevate up to 45°, allowing for versatile and effective firepower deployment."
https://www.armyrecognition.com/defe...nian_army.html

Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day (Just a good legitimate day for a GOOD brew. ) because today internationally everyone is Irish and because he says so (Posted under duress this dude got a temper! OUCH!!! -see what I mean!?!)

Regards,
Pat
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