The last models of this weapon system fielded in 1956 were withdrawn from service in 1980.
- M-24 Chaffee Tanks
- M-41 Walker Bulldog Talks
- M-50 Ontos
- M-113 Armored Personnel Carriers
M-50 Ontos. Meaning thing in Greek. They were armed with six 106mm recoilless rifles, and while never engaging a tank, they were invaluable in Vietnam as bunker busters and in urban terrain.
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