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VEH-7: M274 Mechanical Mule

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HURL Artifact No. VEH-7 *Denotes approximations and speculations
Name: M274 Mechanical Mule Lost: Unknown
Artifact Type: Light Utility Vehicle Found: 5-Nov-2000
Nationality: USA Dive No: PIV-011
Class or Make: Willy's Location: Defensive Sea Area
Model: M274 Depth (m): 275m
Purpose: Utility Vehicle HURL crew: T. Kerby, C. Holloway, M. Cremer
Serial Number: Unknown Additional Dives:
Built/Launched: Mid-50's
Length: 9.7'
Width: 5.8'
Height: 3.9'
Circumstance of Loss: Intentionally Disposed Crew Personnel/Position: 1 Driver
Reason of Loss: *Old Age or Failure Crew Survivals/Fatalities: n/a
Artifact History: Unknown
Artifact Condition: Artifact has deteriorated to just a frame with the steering wheel still present.
Additional Information: Vehicle had an 110 mile range and a maximum speed of 25mph. 840 lbs.