M9 Armored Combat Earthmover

The M9 ACE is a highly mobile armored tracked vehicle that provides combat engineer support to front-line forces. Its tasks include eliminating enemy obstacles, maintenance and repair of roads and supply routes, and construction of fighting positions.

CHARACTERISTICS Length: 20.5 feet Width: 9.2 feet 10.5 feet with dozer wings Height: 8.9 feet (windshield down) 9.9 feet (windshield up) Weight: 26.9 tons Speed: 30 miles per hour Range: 200 miles Crew: 1

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