White 920 Tank Transporter (18-ton, 6x4), USA, WWII

The White 920 Tank Transporter was a powerful 6x4 heavy-duty transporter used by the United States Armed Forces during World War II to transport damaged or inoperable tanks and heavy vehicles . Designed for use in Europe and North Africa , the White 920 served as a versatile heavy-duty vehicle capable of transporting armored vehicles, artillery, and supplies over long distances.

Although it had a lower carrying capacity than the famous M25 "Dragon Wagon" , the White 920 was a popular choice due to its simpler construction and greater availability. It was often combined with a 35-ton trailer to transport tanks such as the M4 Sherman or heavy artillery.

Application areas:

• Operation Torch (1942): Transport of Allied vehicles in North Africa.
• Operation Overlord (1944): Support for the Allied landings in Normandy.
• Battle of the Bulge (1944-45): Transport of damaged US tanks for repair.

For which country:

• USA

Classification:

• half-track vehicles & transporters

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: Perfect for tank recovery and logistical support scenarios.
• Flames of War: Ideal for realistic Allied army deployments with supply transports.
• Chain of Command: Used in missions involving tactical vehicle transport and tank rescue.

Technical data:

• Crew: 2-3 men (driver, mechanic, possibly radio operator)
• Length: 7.32 m (without trailer)
• Width: 2.50 m
• Height: 3.05 m
• Weight: 9.5 tons (empty)
• Armor: None (unarmored)
• Armament:
  • Mostly unarmed, occasionally with mounted .50cal M2 Browning MG for self-defense
• Engine: White 160AX 6-cylinder petrol engine, 185 HP
• Speed: Up to 45 km/h
• Traction force: Up to 18 tons
• transport capacity:
  • Tanks up to 30 tons with trailer
  • transport of supplies and heavy artillery