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M8 Howitzer Motor Carriage

Self-propelled Howitzer

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  • # Built 1,778
  • Weight 34,600 lbs.
  • Engine 2x Cadillac Series 42, V8, 346 cu. in., 110 hp each.
  • Crew 4
  • Range 100
  • Speed 36 mph
  • Armament 75mm M2/M3 Howitzer, 46 rounds, .50 cal M2HB mg with 400 rounds.
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The M8 (HMC) was a self-propelled howitzer built using the M5 light tank series chassis. Produced by the Cadillac division of General Motors, the M8 (HMC) was armed with a 75mm Howitzer M2/M3 mounted in an open topped turret and was designed for use as a close support weapon.

The M8 was used against fortified enemy positions and, because of its high elevation turret, was good at hitting the enemy on sides of hills.

The M8 (HMC) saw service with the U.S. Army in Europe and Pacific during WWII. It was also provided to the French who used them in Europe and post-war Indochina and Algeria.

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There will be no General Admissions tickets available on Saturday, May 24th and Sunday, May 25th during the WWII Tank Demonstration Weekend - all visitors on Saturday and Sunday must purchase event tickets for Saturday and Sunday for access to the American Heritage Museum. $30 Adults | $25 Seniors/Veterans | $20 Children 3 to 16 years old.