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April 22, 2024 | International, Land

Analysis: M10 Booker – filling an enduring gap in the US Army - Army Technology

What is the M10 Booker? This little-known platform, which is somewhere between an IFV and an MBT, will provide much-needed infantry support.

https://www.army-technology.com/news/analysis-m10-booker-filling-an-enduring-gap-in-the-us-army/

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