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 45,000 lbs. (20,430 kg) 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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>: full drive train assembly complete with engine transmission, differential: housing and suspension units.
>: the main tires are hollow rubber with very good tread pattern
>: the windshield and side win

item no	: 01021
item name	:hemtt m983 tractor
bar code	: 9580208010212
scale	: 1:35
item type	: static kit
model brief	: length: 256mm: width: 72mm:
total parts	: 380+
metal parts	: n/a
photo etched parts	: 1 piece
film parts	: n/a
resin parts	: n/a
total sprues	: 13 sprues and tires
released date	: 2015-09

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