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Subject: Re: Trailers Behind Tanks
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Date: 17 Dec 90 05:21:19 GMT
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From: navoceano%oacis.dnet@turner-joy.NOARL.NAVY.MIL

Hofschmidt's "U.S. Military Vehicles WWII" describes an "Armored
trailer M8" as "designed to be towed behind tanks and other combat
vehicles or trucks." It could hold 54 5-gal fuel cans and was equipped
with a quick disconnect feature to permit release from within the tank,
if it became necessary.  Further, there were several full-tracked,
high-speed tractors (M2, M4, M5 & M6) which were specifically designed
to tow trailers and artillery.

The British Churchill VII Crocodile flame-throwing tank was equipped
with a fuel trailer which also provided high pressure nitrogen to
power the flame thrower.

Donald R. Newcomb
Naval Oceanographic Office
(601) 688-5998
navoceano%oacis.dnet.noarl.navy.mil