post-apocalyptic picture thread

[Apache6]

Story: Attached are photos of a D-7G of 3d Cbt Engr Bn, 3d MarDiv, that was turned into a AFV through addition of armor plating and rubber matting (RPG screen).

Vehicle was used extensivly in reduction of strongpoints and urban combat. A 7.62mm is mounted in the turret. Gun slots allow crew to use personnel weapons and grenades from inside. Crew normally consisted of 3, driver, gunner and commander. Often used to pull line charges (rocket propelled explosive charges used to clear mines.

Truth: A bulldozer turned into a AFV by Croatians.

[Apache6]

Story: This vehicle was captured from Soviet forces and used for well over a year by 5th ID.

Truth: Croatian AAA.

[StainlessSteelCynic]

Originally Posted by Apache6

Story: Attached are photos of a D-7G of 3d Cbt Engr Bn, 3d MarDiv, that was turned into a AFV through addition of armor plating and rubber matting (RPG screen).

Vehicle was used extensivly in reduction of strongpoints and urban combat. A 7.62mm is mounted in the turret. Gun slots allow crew to use personnel weapons and grenades from inside. Crew normally consisted of 3, driver, gunner and commander. Often used to pull line charges (rocket propelled explosive charges used to clear mines.

Truth: A bulldozer turned into a AFV by Croatians.

Hey Apache6, the images and story you're posting are great
One query though... that "bulldozer" isn't really a bulldozer

From the look of the running gear, the overall shape and the mesh on the side, I'd say it's an M4 High Speed Tractor, originally used to tow artillery (the mesh would be protection for the radiator).
Here's a picture of the M4 for comparison from http://www.g503.com/forums//viewtopic.php?f=24&t=192894



Normally there'd be a box body on the rear for stowing artillery rounds and beneath that is a large capacity winch. I wonder if the reason the Croats created such a long rubber skirt for this vehicle is to retain access to the winch?