Cadillac Gage Commando | |
|---|---|
| Land | Usa |
| Rolle | Panzerwagen |
| Entworfen | Juni 1962 |
| Gebaut | 3200+ |
das Cadillac Gage KommandoDer M706 im US-Militärdienst war ein US-amerikanischer Panzerwagen, der amphibisch sein sollte. Es wurde von Cadillac Gage speziell für das United States Military Police Corps während des Vietnamkrieges als bewaffnetes Konvoi-Begleitfahrzeug entwickelt. Der Commando war eines der ersten Fahrzeuge, das die traditionell getrennten Rollen eines gepanzerten Mannschaftstransporters und eines konventionellen gepanzerten Autos kombinierte, ähnlich wie der sowjetische BTR-40. Seine bemerkenswerte Höhe, amphibische Fähigkeit und wasserdichter Motor ermöglichten es amerikanischen Besatzungen, effektiv im Dschungel von Vietnam zu kämpfen, indem sie ihre Gegner über dichter Vegetation beobachteten und die tiefen Flüsse des Landes durchquerten.
| V-100 Commando Walk Around | |
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| Photographer | Vladimir Yakubov |
| Localisation | Ontario Regiment Museum, Oshawa |
| Photos | 81 |
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General Characteristics and Role
The Cadillac Gage V-100 Commando is an American four-wheeled armored car that was developed in the early 1960s. Designed for the dual role of reconnaissance and internal security (counter-insurgency), the V-100 was characterized by its simple, rugged design and amphibious capability. It was one of the first successful post-war wheeled armored vehicles to be mass-exported worldwide, seeing extensive combat during the Vietnam War, where its mobility and light armor provided a significant advantage in escort and perimeter defense duties. The V-100’s primary feature is its V-shaped hull, which offers better protection against mine blasts compared to conventional flat hulls, though its armor protection against heavy weapons is limited.
| Property | Typical Value (V-100) |
|---|---|
| Rolle | Armored Personnel Carrier, Reconnaissance, Internal Security |
| National Origin | USA |
| Hersteller | Cadillac Gage (Textron Marine & Land Systems) |
| Service Entry | 1964 |
| Crew/Capacity | 2 (Driver, Commander) + 10 Passengers |
| Konfiguration | 4×4, Wheeled Armored Vehicle |
| Länge | 5.69 m (18 ft 8 in) |
| Breite | 2.26 m (7 ft 5 in) |
| Höhe | 2.39 m (7 ft 10 in) (To turret roof) |
| Combat Weight | 9.88 tonnes (10.9 short tons) |
Powerplant and Mobility
- Engine: 1 x Chrysler V8 gasoline engine (later models often upgraded to diesel).
- Power Output: 200 hp (149 kW).
- Maximum Speed (Road): 100 km/h (62 mph).
- Maximum Speed (Water): 4.8 km/h (3 mph) (Amphibious, propelled by wheels).
- Mobility: Permanent four-wheel drive and a short wheelbase provide high cross-country mobility. The vehicle is fully amphibious without special preparation.
Armament and Armor
- Armor: All-welded steel construction, providing protection against small arms fire and shell fragments.
- Primary Armament: Usually configured with an open-top turret mounting twin 7.62 mm machine guns (e.g., M73 or M60), or sometimes a combination of a 7.62 mm and a .50 cal (12.7 mm) heavy machine gun.
- Alternative Armament: Variants could be fitted with a larger turret housing a 20 mm cannon or 40 mm grenade launcher for heavier fire support.
- Legacy: The V-100 led to the development of the larger and more heavily armed V-150 and V-200 series, and its chassis layout continues to influence modern armored vehicle design.
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