M983 HEMTT Tractor, Pershing II Missile & Erector Laucher

The Pershing II is a solid fuel, two-stage ballistic missile that replaced the Pershing I in 1983.The Pershing II has an operational range of 1,100 miles and is capable over more than Mach 8. The Pershing II is transported using the M983 HEMTT tractor in the US. It is a 10ton 8x8 Heavily Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck designed by Oshkosh Corporation. In addition to towing the Pershing II Erector Launcher in the US, it is also used to tow the trailer mounted MIM-104 Patriot Missile System.

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