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ACMA TAP 56

"Bazooka Vespa" Scooter


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Country of Orgin/Used by: France
First Produced/Service Dates: 1955
Manufactured by: ACMA (Based on the Vespa Scooter)
Crew: 1
Armament: (1) 75mm Recoilless Rifle (which could be fired while moving!!)
Engine: 150cc Engine
Miscellaneous Info: The abbreviation "TAP" stands for Troupes Aero Portees (roughly equivalent to "air-portable vehicle").  The TAP was used by French parachutists and made in two models: the "56" and "59", which signified the year of production.
Data Sheet Available: None.

Photos

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Bazooka Vespa Photos (from Saumur, France) Dennis Trowbridge - Bristol, UK

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Online

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ACMA TAP Scooter Information Modern War - Suite 101 Website
ACMA TAP Scooter Photos and Information Vintage Scooters Website

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