31-08-18, 05:21
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carrier mech
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Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Shilo MB, the armpit of Canada
Posts: 7,521
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They did. From the AEDB Design Records:
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"Reports from the field, however, indicated that the 7b2 -FAT did not full-fill all the requirements that had been anticipated, in that the payload was restricted, due to the design of the body. It was decided, therefore, to pilot a new FAT using the same chassis as heretofore, but considerably modifying the body. The sloping after deck was eliminated, and an all steel, open roof body, with superstructure and tarpaulin, was pilotted, the spare tire being housed in a compartment at the rear of the body. Considerably more stowage space was provided, particularly for ammunition which was for either the 17pdr or 25 pdr, role, and more room was available inside the body for the personal and their kits. This was the 7b3 body, and proved to be quite satisfactory."
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