Fabrique Nationale AS 24
The AS 24 was a military motorized tricycle produced by Fabrique Nationale de Herstal during the 1960s. A single vehicle was evaluated by the US Army in 1973. 460 were produced, with the majority being used by Belgian parachute troops, notably during Operation Dragon Rouge.
AS-24 Trike with cargo trailer
An AS 24 in action with Belgian paratroopers in Operation Dragon Rouge, 1964
Specifications
- Passengers: 4 including Driver
- Weight: 374 lb (170 kg)
- Cargo: 770 lb (350 kg) of men and equipment.
- Height: 2 ft 10 in (85 cm)
- Engine: 15 hp (11 kW) Two-cylinder, two-stroke, 15 cubic inch (0.245 litres, 245cc) model FN 24
- Speed: 60 mph (97 km/h)
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References
- http://www.maxmatic.com/threes/fnas24.htm
- http://www.3wheelers.com/fnas24.html
- http://schwimmwagen.free.fr/vehicules/diaporama.php?dir=AS24&tpc=4
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