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Simple text and color photos describe a humvee, explaining what each of its parts are and showing them up close. The huge wheels, powerful engines, and loud noises of working machines seem to entrance children for hours. Now young students can pore over color photos as they learn about their favorite machines-inside and out. Each book builds vocabulary as it describes in simple language the basics of a machine: what it looks like, what it's used for,...

Discusses the history and use of military trucks, highlighting specific models and their roles in various battles.

Learn the history of the Humvee and its different versions, as well as Humvee specifications including size and weight, top speed, armament, and cost. The Humvee crew is described, as well as the difference between the original Humvee and the Up-Armored Humvee. Armament, engine power, and hybrid Humvees are discussed, as well as the future of the Humvee.

Describes the HMMWV (Humvee), including its history, equupment, weapons, tactics, and future use.

"The US Air Force has the important job of defending the United States by air. From fighter jets to laser-guided bombs, US Air Force Equipment and Vehicles explores the gear that the air force uses to complete this mission. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...