The M983 is a tractor unit for use with the trailer-mounted MIM-104 Patriot missile system. It can also be used with the Interim Stryker Recovery System or other trailers. An earlier variant fitted with a 30 KW generator and crane mounted behind the cab was used to tow the MGM-31 Pershing Erector Launcher in CONUS. The M983A2/A4 Light Equipment Transporter (LET) tractor is mainly used to transport construction and engineer equipment. It has a 45,000lb 2-speed hydraulic winch mounted behind the cab, used to load the trailer. It does not have a self-recovery winch.
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Product Details:
Scale: 1/35
Skill Level: 3
Length: 22.5”
Width: 4.1”
Parts: 380+
- Painting and assembly required
- 23 sprues
- One photo-etched fret
- One decal sheet
- Die-cut paint mask sheet
- Eight poly caps
- 1mm x 1500mm cotton string
- One-piece flat
- 9 large and 13 small tires with distinctive tread pattern
- Clear parts
- Detailed interior
- Accurate one-piece multi-directional slide-molded cab
- Full drive train assembly complete with engine transmission, differential housing and suspension units
- Assemble in transport or park mode
- Illustrated instructions and paint guide
*Cyanoacrylate glue is required for photo-etched parts*
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Paint Guide:
A. Flat Black
White
Red
Blue
Clear Orange
Tire Black
Sandy Brown
Clear Red
B. Flat Black
White
Red
Blue
Clear Orange
Tire Black
Wood Brown
Medium Grey Green
Clear Red
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