XM157 DRAKE 12-Ton, 8x8, Amphibious (Bigger than a Duck)

[USAFSS-ColdWarrior]

This popped up on my facebook feed and I had never heard of a DRAKE before.

So.... Here's a few things to start a conversation about the XM157 Drake:

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz_U1F150HE




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Can anyone tell us more about this BIG Amphibian???

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[USAFSS-ColdWarrior]

The video in the original post states, "The first 8x8 ever designed."

Here's a bit more about GMC's exploits in 8x8 and other vehicles, including the XM157.


http://gmauthority.com/blog/2014/07...res-a-look-at-vintage-gm-military-prototypes/

 

[Ajax MD]

Impressive!

 

[77 AMG]

So *that's* what that thing was that I saw over by Radcliff/ West Point for awhile. I wonder what happened to it?

 

[slantflat]

I believe the DRAKE, unlike the DUKW or the Super DUKW, had a tailgate that lowered for access to the bed. Don't know if it could be lowered while underway. Tried to watch the movie but it said an error occurred. I'll watch it later.

Got to love the DRAKE!

 

[ghostfox]

Does anyone know what happened to it or where it might be?