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Wespe Sd.Kfz. 124
Country	Germany
Type	Self-propelled artillery
In service	1943 – 1945
Built	676

The Wespe Sd.Kfz. 124 was a self-propelled artillery vehicle used by the German army during World War II. It was based on the chassis of the Panzer II tank and armed with a 10.5 cm leFH 18 howitzer. The Wespe Sd.Kfz. 124 had a crew of five and a maximum speed of 40 km/h. It was produced from 1943 to 1944 and saw service on the Eastern and Western fronts. The Wespe Sd.Kfz. 124 was effective in providing fire support for the Panzer divisions, but it had limited armor protection and ammunition storage.

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15 cm Kanone 18
Country	Germany
Type	Heavy gun
In service	1933–1938
Built	101

The 15 cm Kanone 18 (15 cm K 18) was a German heavy gun used in the Second World War. Around a hundred were built between 1939 and 1943. It was not popular in service as it was regarded as too much gun for too little shell. This caused its production to be terminated in August 1943. Many were used in coastal installations.

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17 cm Kanone 18
Country	Germany
Type	Heavy gun
In service	1941–1945
Built	338

The 17 cm Kanone 18 in Mörserlafette (English: 17 cm Cannon 18 on Mortar Carriage), abbreviated as 17 cm K 18 in MrsLaf was a German heavy gun used during World War II.

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Eurocopter MH-65 Dolphin
Country	USA
Role	Search and rescue helicopter
First flight	1980
Built	102

The Eurocopter MH-65 Dolphin is a twin-engined helicopter operated by the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for medevac-capable search and rescue (SAR) and armed Airborne Use of Force missions. It is a variant of the French-built Eurocopter AS365 Dauphin.

Source: Eurocopter MH-65 Dolphin on Wikipedia

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Lockheed Model 10 Electra
Country	USA
Role	Light airliner
First flight	February 23, 1934
Built	149

The Lockheed Model 10 Electra is an American twin-engined, all-metal monoplane airliner developed by the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation in the 1930s to compete with the Boeing 247 and Douglas DC-2. The type gained considerable fame as one was flown by Amelia Earhart on her ill-fated around-the-world expedition in 1937.

Source: Lockheed Model 10 Electra on Wikipedia

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FV603 Saracen
Country	UK
Role	Armoured personnel carrier
Entering service	1952
Built	Unknow

The FV603 Saracen is a six-wheeled armoured personnel carrier designed and produced by Alvis since 1952. It has been used by a variety of operators around the world, and is still in use in secondary roles in some countries.The Saracen became a recognisable vehicle as a result of its part in the policing of Northern Ireland as well as for its role in the South African government’s enforcement of apartheid.

Source: FV603 Saracen on Wikipedia

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Boeing YC-14
Country	USA
Role	Tactical airlifter
First flight	9 August 1976
Built	2

The Boeing YC-14 is a twinjet short take-off and landing (STOL) tactical military transport aircraft. It was Boeing’s entrant into the United States Air Force’s Advanced Medium STOL Transport (AMST) competition, which aimed to replace the Lockheed C-130 Hercules as the USAF’s standard STOL tactical transport

Source: Boeing YC-14 on Wiki

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Cessna 185 Skywagon
Country	USA
Role	Light utility aircraft
First flight	July 1960
Built	4400+

The Cessna A-185F Skywagon is a single-engine, high-wing, six-seat light utility aircraft produced by the American manufacturer Cessna Aircraft Company. It is a development of the Cessna 180 model, with a more powerful engine, a larger cabin, and a tailwheel landing gear. The A-185F model was introduced in 1973 and featured a fuel-injected Continental IO-520-D engine with 300 hp, a three-blade propeller, and a dorsal fin for improved stability. The A-185F also had a larger baggage compartment, a wider rear window, and an optional belly cargo pod. The A-185F was the last Skywagon model to be produced, as Cessna discontinued the line in 1985. The A-185F is popular among bush pilots, who use it for various missions such as charter flights, aerial photography, firefighting, skydiving, and humanitarian aid. The A-185F has a maximum speed of 155 knots, a range of 845 nautical miles, and a service ceiling of 17,150 feet. The A-185F is known for its ruggedness, reliability, and versatility.

Source: Cessna 185 Skywagon on Wikipedia

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Beechcraft Bonanza
Country	USA
Role	Civil utility aircraft
First flight	December 22, 1945
Built	17000+

The Beechcraft Bonanza is a general aviation aircraft that was introduced in 1947 and is still in production today. It is one of the most popular and longest-running models of its kind, with over 17,000 units built. The Bonanza has a distinctive V-tail design that reduces drag and weight, and a powerful engine that allows it to cruise at high speeds and altitudes. The Bonanza is also known for its comfort, reliability, and versatility, as it can be used for various purposes such as personal travel, business, training, and aerobatics. The Bonanza has undergone several modifications and improvements over the years, such as the introduction of the conventional tail in 1982, the addition of a glass cockpit in 2005, and the incorporation of a turboprop engine in 2014. The Bonanza is widely regarded as one of the best examples of American aviation engineering and innovation.

Source: Beechcraft Bonanza on Wikipedia

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Douglas DC-6
Country	USA
Role	Airliner/transport aircraft
First flight	15 February 1946
Built	704

The Douglas DC-6 is a piston-powered airliner and cargo aircraft built by the Douglas Aircraft Company from 1946 to 1958. Originally intended as a military transport near the end of World War II, Douglas reworked it after the war to compete with the Lockheed Constellation in the long-range commercial transport market. Douglas built over 700, and many still fly in cargo, military, and wildfire control roles.