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The halftrack books usually show clean and "posed" Ordnance Branch side views. This is the vehicle in action, although it is a stupid place for the photographer to stand.

Having helped the Cold War Collection move its M3 closer to Ottawa, I can state they are a lot smaller in person than in the pictures. Imagine a 2-ton pickup frame with a flatbed, but 1930s technology and only sharp edges.