The U.S. Armored Cars in Action (Armor Number 37) from Squadron/Signal Publications is an excellent reference covering the development and combat history of America's wheeled armored reconnaissance vehicles.

Beginning with early pre-war designs and continuing through World War II and later service, this volume examines the armored cars that provided reconnaissance, security, communications, and fire support for U.S. Army cavalry and armored units.

Packed with wartime photographs, technical illustrations, and detailed captions, this reference is invaluable for military historians and scale modelers seeking accurate information for painting, detailing, and weathering their models.

Whether you're building kits from Tamiya, AFV Club, Italeri, Dragon, HobbyBoss, Bronco, or MiniArt, this book offers excellent visual references for authentic vehicle finishes and equipment.

Features

• Squadron/Signal Publications

• Armor In Action Series

• Armor No. 37

• Softcover

• Historical photographs

• Technical reference material

• Vehicle development history

• Camouflage references

• Scale modeling information

• Detailed vehicle captions

Historical Overview

During World War II, U.S. armored cars became an essential part of reconnaissance units operating ahead of advancing armored formations.

Designed for speed rather than heavy armor, these vehicles gathered intelligence, screened advancing forces, and maintained contact between friendly units.

The book covers many of the best-known American armored cars, including:

• M3 Scout Car

• M8 Greyhound

• M20 Utility Car

• Early experimental designs

• Post-war reconnaissance vehicles

The famous M8 Greyhound became one of the most successful Allied armored cars of the war, serving with U.S. forces and many Allied nations before, during, and after World War II.

Many remained in military service around the world well into the late twentieth century.

Contents Include

• Development history

• Prototype vehicles

• M3 Scout Car

• M8 Greyhound

• M20 Armored Utility Car

• Technical specifications

• Combat operations

• Crew equipment

• Armament details

• Camouflage and markings

• Wartime photographs

• Technical illustrations

• Scale modeling references

Perfect For

• WWII armor enthusiasts

• Military historians

• Scale armor modelers

• U.S. Army vehicle collectors

• Museum reference libraries

• Military vehicle enthusiasts

Condition

Pre-owned reference book in good condition.

• Light shelf wear

• Minor edge wear

• Clean cover artwork

• Interior pages appear clean and complete

• Binding remains solid

Please review all photographs carefully as they are part of the item description.