Team Yankee American M163 VADS or M901 ITV Platoon (Plastic) New

Team Yankee: American M163 VADS or M901 ITV Platoon (Plastic)

The U.S. Army fields a variety of specialist vehicles to counter enemy armour and aircraft, and this dual kit lets you build either the M163 Vulcan Air Defense System (VADS) or the M901 Improved TOW Vehicle (ITV). Both variants are based on the proven M113 chassis, giving American commanders highly mobile and reliable battlefield support. In World War III: Team Yankee, this platoon gives your U.S. force either rapid-fire air defense or long-range anti-tank punch, making it one of the most versatile kits available.

Gameplay Experience:
As the M163 VADS, this vehicle brings devastating anti-air firepower to your army, using its 20mm Vulcan Gatling cannon to shred incoming helicopters and light vehicles. Built as the M901 ITV, it mounts a powerful TOW missile system capable of destroying even the heaviest Soviet tanks from a safe distance. Both variants are invaluable to U.S. forces, allowing you to tailor your platoon to your tactical needs—whether defending against enemy aircraft or reinforcing your anti-tank capability.

Product Info:
– Includes 4x Plastic M163/M901 Vehicles (build as either variant)
– Scale: 15mm (1/100)
– Suitable for U.S. forces in Team Yankee
– Miniatures supplied unassembled and unpainted

About the Vehicles:
The M163 VADS entered service in the 1960s as a short-range air defense system, mounting a 20mm M61 Vulcan cannon capable of firing up to 3,000 rounds per minute. It was designed to protect ground troops from low-flying aircraft and helicopters. The M901 ITV, introduced in the late 1970s, carried twin TOW missile launchers on a pop-up turret, allowing it to engage tanks at long range while staying concealed. Both vehicles reflect the U.S. Army’s Cold War doctrine of combining mobility with specialized firepower to counter the Soviet threat.

Why Add This Unit?
This platoon gives American players tremendous flexibility. Whether you need air defense to protect your forces or more anti-tank power to blunt enemy armour thrusts, this kit ensures you have the right tools for the job. It’s a practical, thematic, and highly adaptable addition to any U.S. Team Yankee collection.