Product Info
The Diamond T Tank Transporter was a heavy tank transporter, used in World War II and the following years. Designed as a heavy prime mover for tank transporting, the Diamond T 980 was the product of the Diamond T Company in Chicago. The Diamond T 980, a 12-ton hard-cab 6×4 vehicle which proved to be one of the most successful and memorable in its class. Powered by an 895 cu in ) Hercules DXFE OHV inline six diesel engine developing 185 bhp proved capable of the task of moving the heaviest tanks then in service. It had a four-speed manual constant-mesh transmission plus a similar three-speed auxiliary gearbox, for a total of twelve forward and three reverse speeds, and airbrakes.
A winch of 40,000 lb (18,000 kg) capacity, chain driven off the auxiliary transmission and intended mainly for hauling damaged tanks aboard trailers, was mounted behind the cab.
This combination unit consisting of the M20 tractor and M9 24-wheel trailer is referred to as the M19 tank transporter. In the nomenclature system used by the U.S Army Ordnance Corps Supply Catalog this vehicle is referred as the G159. It was superseded by the M26, which would use the same Hall Scott 440 engine. After the introduction of the M26, the U.S. relegated M20s to ammunition hauling, for which they proved “tremendous”.
Product Specifications
- Giant Size of over 464 mm Long
- Extremely desirable kit in 1/35 Scale
- Multi-directional Slide-molded Front Cab
- Detachable Flat Bed Trailer
- Detailed Drive Train, Transmission and Engine
- Full Detail Suspension System
- Rubber Like Tires with Good Tread Pattern
- Detail Wheel Hubs with Separate Hub Ring
- Decals for Multiple Vehicles
- Photo Etched Detailing Sheet x 2
- 17 Injection Molded Spruces
- Over 750 Parts
Fast Delivery and Professional Packaging
Our long-standing relationship with UPS FedEx DHL and other carriers around the world gives us the ability to provide various shipping options. Our warehouse personnel will pack all goods to our exacting requirements. Your goods will go through an extensive inspection and will be securely secured prior to being shipped. Every day we ship thousands of packages to clients from all over the world. This is a sign of our determination to be the largest online retailer in the world. There are distribution centers and warehouses in Europe and the USA.
Orders that contain more than 1 item are assigned processing periods in accordance with the item.
Prior to shipment, all purchased items will be thoroughly inspected. The majority of orders are shipped within 48 hrs. Delivery is expected to take between 3 and 7 days.
Returns
The stock is dynamic and we do not completely manage it because multiple parties are involved, which includes our factory and warehouse. The actual stock can fluctuate at any time. It's possible that the stock may run out after your order has been processed.
Our policy lasts for 30 days. Unfortunately, if thirty days have passed from the date you purchased the item, we will not be able to offer you a return or exchange.
The item should not be used, and it must be in the original packaging. The item should be in the original packaging.
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