Vehicles of the Long Range Desert Group 1940-45
Vehicles of the Long Range Desert Group 1940-45 The Long Range Desert Group was one of the most famous special units of World War II, operating heavily modified vehicles deep behind enemy lines to…
Specifikacia Vehicles of the Long Range Desert Group 1940-45
Vehicles of the Long Range Desert Group 1940-45
The Long Range Desert Group was one of the most famous special units of World War II, operating heavily modified vehicles deep behind enemy lines to gather intelligence and support the raids of David Stirling's new Special Air Service.When war broke out, a pre-war explorer and army officer, Ralph Bagnold, convinced Middle East Command of the need for a reconnaissance force to penetrate into Italian-held desert. Bagnold selected the Chevrolet WB (30 CWT) as the signature vehicle of the Long Range Desert Group because it is fast, simple and easy to handle. Bagnold tested four types of vehicles over rocks and through soft sand to find the best one for his new unit.
The durability of the Chevrolets was demonstrated in January 1941 with an audacious With left-hand steering, horizontal grill and round fenders on the rear wheels, these trucks proved themselves popular and effective.
Long Range
Desert Rat 1940-43
Long Range
Long Range
Long Range
Redo Group 01-1940