README FOR M3A1 Halftrack

Thanks for downloading the M3A1 Halftrack and/or the Storm Over Europe mod.

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Civilopedia Text Entry:

#PRTO_M3A1
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^The M3 Halftrack and its variants were the workhorse of the US armored infantry divisions. Introduced in 1942 it remained in service throughout the war and with some countries long beyond the war. 
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^A city must have both $LINK<oil=GOOD_Oil> and $LINK<rubber=GOOD_Rubber> in its
$LINK<Strategic Resource=GCON_ResourcesS> box to build the M3A1 Halftrack.
#DESC_PRTO_M3A1
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^The M3 Halftrack was slightly longer than its ancestor, the M2 Halftrack and could seat a 12 men squad plus the driver. The M3's armament consisted of a pedestal- mounted .50 cal air-cooled MG. Compared to its rival, the German SPW 251/1, the US M3 Series had superior mobility by virtue of higher top speed and driven front axels. The US halftracks however suffered from higher ground pressure and tracks that wore out more quickly. In addition the M3 Series Halftracks had no floor armor, making the passengers vulnerable to mines. The poor overall armor of the Halftracks (Axis and Allied) led to their nickname "Purple Heart Box".


PediaIcons Text Entries:

#ICON_PRTO_M3A1
art\civilopedia\icons\units\M3A1Large.pcx
art\civilopedia\icons\units\M3A1Small.pcx

#ANIMNAME_PRTO_M3A1
M3A1


Suggested Stats:

Prerequisite:  Atomic Theory 
Shield Cost: 9
Moves: 2
A/D: 10/5
Required Resources:  Oil, Rubber
Unit Abilities:  Wheeled
AI Strategies:  Offence, Explore
Special Actions:  Load, Airlift, Pillage, Capture
Carry up to 6 foot units

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