Type 98 So-Da

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History and development

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Type 98 So-Da captured by 6th Rajputana Rifles in Burma, February 1945

Type 98 So-Da was designed in 1937, with a chassis based on the Type 97 Te-Ke tankette. However, its engine compartment was moved to the front of the chassis.Template:Sfn The fully tracked vehicle was first produced in 1941. The Type 98 So-Da was used as a personnel and ammunition carrier in forward-line areas. In addition, it was also used as an "artillery tractor" to tow a gun trailer.Template:Sfn

Its hull had an open top and the "flatbed" in back had a double door at the rear. The flatbed could be covered with a tarp over the three rail supports. The towing coupling was secured to the frame of the hull on a "semi-elliptical spring". This protected the frame while hauling heavy equipmentTemplate:Sfn The total number of Type 98 So-Da vehicles produced is unknown.[1]

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Further reading

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External links

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