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What 1944 Britain could learn from the Canadian AVGP

The Canadian AVGP's 275-horsepower diesel engine could matter more than the complete vehicle by improving British armored designs across several roles.

Alternate HistoryBritish ArmyCanadian AvgpDiesel EnginesMatilda IIMilitary Engineering
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Question

What would Britain do with Canadian AVGP blueprints and examples in 1944?

Short answer

The engine would likely be the most valuable part, offering a reliable 275-horsepower basis for improving British armored vehicles.

Notes

The vehicle would interest Britain, but its 275-horsepower Detroit Diesel engine is the feature singled out as most valuable. Against the roughly 190 brake horsepower quoted for Matilda II, that promises substantially more power. The engine is also expected to be more reliable and possibly lighter. Britain could use it in several vehicle designs instead of copying the Canadian AVGP only as a complete vehicle.