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I have an engine but I need the vehicle...
HunterCottage
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Posted: Thursday, August 25, 2005 - 02:35 AM UTC
I pulled down the Direct Support Manual for a diesel engine that I was wondering what vehicle used it.

The DSM is indexed as TM 9-2815-200-35 by the Army, dated 15 oct 1970, and the title is:

Turbosupercharged, Diesel, Fuel Injection, 90-Degree "V" Type, Air-cooled, 12-Cylinder, Assembly; Models AVDS-1790-2M (2815-856-4996) and AVDS-1790-2AM (2815-856-9005)

Anything with 12-cylinders grabs my attention, but I was wondering what beast used it! I hope the big "A" can help me out!

TIA
HeavyArty
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Posted: Thursday, August 25, 2005 - 02:44 AM UTC
This was/is the engine used in the M48A3 and M60 series of tanks, and the M88A1 recovery vehicles.
Epi
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Posted: Thursday, August 25, 2005 - 02:50 AM UTC
M-60 Series tracked vehicles.

Once again, Gino, wwe are thinking at the same time and typing at the same time.
HunterCottage
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Posted: Thursday, August 25, 2005 - 03:39 AM UTC
Thanks again for the fast answers!!

I knew it had to be something big to have that big of engine!!

The only problem with having access to so many DSM's is the fact I want to do something with everyone!!!

Thanks again the both of you!!
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