The Staghound T17 was a heavy American armored car developed during World War II. Although originally designed for the U.S. Army, it was primarily used by British and Commonwealth forces under the Lend-Lease program. Produced from 1942 to 1944, the standard Mark I version featured a 37mm cannon, while later variants were up-gunned with 76.2mm or 57mm cannons. The Staghound saw extensive service in North Africa, the Middle East, and Italy.
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Type: American heavy armored car from WWII.
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Production: 1942-1944, with approximately 3,000 built.
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Primary Users: British, Commonwealth, and Polish forces (via Lend-Lease).
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Armament: The main version (Mark I) had a 37mm cannon, with later variants using larger guns.
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Service: Used primarily in the campaigns in North Africa, the Middle East, and Italy.
