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This M108 shows the large size of the vehicle that was built for a relatively small howitzer. The transmission access plates on the hull front are slightly ajar, and the howitzer travel lock is raised. The driver's position is visible on the left side of the hull, with the engine across from him on the right side of the vehicle. The .50cal machine gun mount is on the right side of the turret; the object peeking from behind the howitzer on the turret left side is the M117 panoramic telescope. The tracks on this vehicle are the T136 double pin type.
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This rear view shows the doors in the turret and hull rear that opened to ease loading and firing. There were also hatches in the turret sides, and the hinge of one is just visible in the glare of the sun. (Picture courtesy Armor Foto.)
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