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Savage
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Posted: Saturday, February 19, 2005 - 04:01 AM UTC
HELP! Recently (still in transit) bought Glencoe Plastic Models 1/15 scale M274 Mechanical Mule. I couldn’t find any reviews for it online and am looking for more info iro this kit…

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Posted: Saturday, February 19, 2005 - 04:59 AM UTC
Built one about a year ago. Funky little thing that has all wheel steering. Old ITC/Ringo kit from the 50s.

I found numerous Mule sites initially, but of the saved sites, only one seems to be active right now: http://www.mechanicalmulesofamerica.com/
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Posted: Saturday, February 19, 2005 - 07:54 AM UTC
Thanks for your link Robin.
Here's another that was working as of today at least.

http://www.atvillustrated.com/feature_articles/militarymule/m274.html
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Posted: Tuesday, February 22, 2005 - 01:09 AM UTC
Thanks for the help and info guys. Got the kit this morning and for a 50’s kit not too bad (others would cry :-) ).

The engine and dimensions seem to be OK. The rails, guards and a few other items will need replacing. The 106mm RR, bed and other items will need upgrading, but it should look great, hopefully that is.

Found this photo at http://www.olive-drab.com/idphoto/id_photos_m274.php3


M-274 Mechanical Mule fitted with TOW missile system. USMC photo, 1967.

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