Detroit Arsenal Tank Plant American Locomotive Co

Ebay: This item is demilled and CAN'T be made to fire. Private ownership legal.

This M 47 Patton Medium Tank was built in 1955 at the

Detroit Arsenal Tank Plant (DATP) in Warren. Michigan while under Government contract. It was overhauled multiple times during the development of the "Patton" series tank at the Red River Army Depot (RRAD) including 64' 67' and a final time in 68' before it was sent to the Italian armed forces under a "Lend Lease" agreement in ending in the 80's. A total of 2. 80 M 47 s were leased or sold directly to the Italian Army during this time. This M 47

was returned stateside and was designated as a range target at Ft Hood after demil but ended up being sold to a private collection due to the rarity of the vehicle by 89'. Of all the Patton M 46/M 47/M 48 tanks only under 9000 were built of the M 47 making it a rare vehicle. Most M 47 variants were sold overseas. unable to be imported back into the US. those who stayed in the US

were destined to be range targets in the 70's then scrapped or sold .

This M 47 was sold to a private collection in 89' who focused on full restorations of M 113. M 114. Stuarts. Half-tracks. etc and this is one of the last pieces remaining after the owner retired.

It has been in his possession since 89' and a wide variety of parts were purchased for it. many of which are still bound to the pallets and stored in a barn. The tank is estimated at 90-95% complete missing the transmission and one track. Fuel tanks. engine. body panels. primary drive. etc are all still stacked on pallets from where they were stored. Much of the inside is untouched. only the engine bay was stripped and main cannon demiled before going to the range. The tank took one penetrating round to the passenger side upper rear hull near the engine bay. luckily that area had been stripped. The tank does roll free. it was pushed into place where it currently rests. No cut marks or other

penetrating

hits have been seen aside from demil of the primary cannon. A large part inventory was taken and is listed below. small parts were not inventoried due to the amount. identification. etc. but are all included in the sale. Many photos of parts were not able to be added to this listing but are all included.

Included large parts:Continental 1790-5 B Engine - Overhauled in 67'Copula - non-gunner Copula - Gunner Primary Drive Driver Hatch Bustle Box Fuel Tank - Right Fuel Tank - Left Fenders - Many APU - Auxiliary Power Unit Muffler(s)Drive Shaft - Short - 2 x Return Idler(s)Road Wheel Clusters - Many Engine Cover/Armor Pieces - Many Overall this tank is in excellent condition for its age and is capable of a full restoration. It has an

uncut body. strong US history. and is legal to own in the US making it a prize of its own.

Despite it being a rare vehicle parts can still be sourced due to abundant use by foreign governments. This vehicle is being sold AS-IS without exception. It will only be sold to a US citizen and must not leave the country. To my knowledge no certifications or permits are required to own this vehicle as it was deemed demilled by the Army in 89' before it was sold to the public. I reserve the right to sell this vehicle privately at any time.

A non-refundable d eposit of $25. 00

due within 5 business days of auction close.

No trades. no tire kickers. etc. This vehicle is ready for a good home who will see it well. For questions feel free to contact me via message. I will be happy to answer any questions the best I can.

Edit: Current owner has agreed to a lower asking price in hopes to have this tank sent to a good home for restoration. He is not interested in donating the tank or selling parts individually.

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