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Due to the Russian
Revolution in late 1917, the Third series vehicles were not delivered
and were instead transferred to the British 17th (Armoured car) Battalion.
The Austin Armored Cars also saw service in other parts of the British
Empire and in Ireland. |
Specifications |
General |
Role: Armored Car Crew: 4-5 Designed in: 1915 |
Dimensions |
Length: 4.9 m | Width: 2.03 m | Height: 2.45 m | Weight: 5.3 t |
Engine |
Austin 4-cylinder inline, 4 stroke, water cooled gasoline engine | 50 hp | Power/weight: 9.4 hp/t |
Performances |
Maximum speed: 60 km/h | Range: 200 km | Suspension: Wheeled, 4x2 |
Armor |
4 to 7.5 mm |
Armament |
Main: Two × Hotchkiss 0.303 (7.7 mm) machine
guns Secondary armament: - |
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