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bankmannl
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Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 08:39 PM UTC
Hi guys,

I was wondering if the US Army is using SUV or Pickups from foreign origin ?
Such as Toyota pickups or Hilux ? Or Mitsubishi Pajero ?
And if so would they be in original paintjob or tranferred to military colors/ markings ?

Gé

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Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 09:48 PM UTC
In deployed areas (Iraq, Afghanistan, etc..) yes, for running around the base camp and by Special Forces troops as well. They are left in civilian colors.
bankmannl
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Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 10:05 PM UTC
Hi Gino,

Thanks for your reply.
Would these vehicles have the 'normal' military markings or a registration plate as in civil life ?

Gé

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Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 10:10 PM UTC
The ones we had in Iraq had civilian plates on them and no special markings. They were leased by the military from a civilian company for use.
bankmannl
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Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 10:21 PM UTC
Thanks Gino,

Very clarifying !

Gé

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Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 - 11:35 PM UTC
Hi Gé,
You can see Toyotas with no plates and no markings in this link.
best regards
Engin
bankmannl
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 - 12:04 AM UTC
Hi Engin,

Great link !! Thank you !!!

Gé

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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 - 02:18 AM UTC
Now if only Meng would release the Ford F350 in 1/35!
bankmannl
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Posted: Wednesday, May 28, 2014 - 02:41 AM UTC
Oh yeah !!!!

Ford 360 or even better CUCV !!!

Gé

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