Humvees
(2012)

Nonfiction

Book

Call Numbers:
J/623.747/HAMILTON,J

Availability

Locations Call Number Status
Kids' Nonfiction J/623.747/HAMILTON,J Available

Details

PUBLISHED
Edina, MN : ABDO Pub. Co., [2012]
©2012
DESCRIPTION

32 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm

ISBN/ISSN
9781617830761 1331887, 1617830763, 9781617830761
LANGUAGE
English
NOTES

Includes index

Humvees -- HMMWV fast facts -- History -- Versions -- Suspension and tires -- Chassis and body -- Ground clearance -- Engine and transmission -- Cargo capacity -- Air transport -- River fording -- Weapons -- Future

Learn the history of the Humvee and its different versions, as well as Humvee specifications including size and weight, top speed, armament, and cost. The Humvee crew is described, as well as the difference between the original Humvee and the Up-Armored Humvee. Armament, engine power, and hybrid Humvees are discussed, as well as the future of the Humvee

Ages 8-15