M247 Sergeant York SPAA

The American M247 Sergeant York was a self-propelled air-defense vehicle developed under the DIVAD program. Twin 40mm guns, radar, and a tank-derived chassis were intended to protect mobile ground forces from aircraft. Testing exposed serious shortcomings and the program was canceled in the 1980s without establishing the planned operational capability. Completed vehicles underwent development and evaluation, but the program did not establish the successful operational air-defense service its advocates had originally intended. The system combined a modified tank chassis with radar-directed twin 40mm cannon to protect moving ground forces from low-altitude air attack. Development problems and changing threat assessments undermined confidence in the program. Cancellation after limited production left surviving vehicles as evidence of an unsuccessful procurement effort rather than a widely deployed battlefield standard.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1946, Global War 1985, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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