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.
Item No | : 01055 |
Item Name | : M983A2 HEMTT Tractor with M870A1 Semi-Trailer |
Bar Code | : 9580208010557 |
Scale | : 1:35 |
Item Type | : Plastic Model Armor Kit |
Model Brief | : Length: mm: Width: mm: Height: mm |
Total Parts | : 380+ |
Metal Parts | : n/a |
Photo Etched Parts | : 1 piece |
Film Parts | : n/a |
Resin Parts | : n/a |
Total Sprues | : 23 sprues , cab and tires |
Released Date | : 2018-12 |
More Features | : >: Detailed multi-directional slide-molded cab. >: 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 |