1959 Daimler Ferret Mark 2/3
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1959
Daimler
The vehicle is a distinctive British armor personnel carrier, manufactured in 1959, known as the Daimler Ferret Mark 2/3. It's characterized by its robust steel body, which was produced by the Scottish outfit of Daimler, now part of Jaguar Land Rover. The Ferret Mark 2/3, an improved variant over the Mark I and II, boasts a distinctive angular hull shape with a full-width driver's hatch on the left side, housing its four personnel within a compact yet fortified interior. Powered by a Bedford 4-cyl diesel engine coupled to a David Brown synchromesh 5-speed gearbox, it's capable of speeds up to 11 mph off-road and 60 mph on highways. Its key features include the ability to traverse challenging terrains with its wide tracks and effective suspension system, making it an iconic symbol of British armored vehicle design post-WWII.
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