U.S. M548 Cargo Carrier

The M548 is an unarmored tracked cargo carrier derived from the M113 vehicle family. Its open load platform and tracked mobility made it useful for carrying ammunition and supplies in support of units operating away from good roads. The design entered American service during the Cold War and was also adopted by other armed forces.

Its cab and load bed differed markedly from the enclosed troop compartment of the M113. This arrangement prioritized carrying bulky loads rather than protecting passengers in close combat. The vehicle could support artillery units by bringing ammunition forward over terrain that restricted ordinary trucks. Its shared automotive ancestry simplified some maintenance and supply requirements within forces already operating M113-family vehicles. Specialized users also adapted the chassis for other work, illustrating how an established tracked platform could support logistics as well as combat formations throughout a lengthy international career.

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, Global War 2025, 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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