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Universal Carrier Mk II* Armoured Personnel Carrier

The Universal Carrier Mk. II*, built by Ford of Canada during the Second World War, was a lightly armoured, tracked vehicle used widely by Allied forces.

More than 28,000 were produced in Windsor for roles like mortar carrier and flamethrower platform.

This model, originally a flamethrower variant, was restored in the 1970s as a 3-inch mortar carrier and is planned for return to its original configuration.

Maximum speed: 53 km/h
Used by Canada: 1941 to 1961
Crew: 6
Weight: 4,500 kg
Main armament: Various