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US Aircraft Carrier Jeep Tug 1950

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US Aircraft Carrier Jeep Tug 1950
Posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, February 26, 2003 12:19 PM
hi, all i am searching for information about jeeps modified to be used a aircraft tugs on the carriers in korean conflict, what i know so far , engine removed , fitted with slave batteries for 24v electric drive , rear wheels moved to centre line a, hence 3 wheeled jeep, a frame fitted at front for towing aircraft, painted yellow all over with carrier name on hood sides , need info about the rear wheel arrangement , photos would be great or original drawings , told 120 were modified and used up to mid 1960, in dock yards moving aircraft round ready for loading onto carriers , any preserved , cheers ian sadler
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