[Don'tMessWithTexas]

I understand the importance of armor. However, I believe situations such as this indicate the need for viable alternatives to traditional armored assets. Alas this may represent the end of the line for the M1A2. More flexible platforms are needed for situations like this one. Platforms that can be more easily prepositioned. Just a thought.

[cibco]

"I understand the importance of armor. However, I believe situations such as this indicate the need for viable alternatives to traditional armored assets. Alas this may represent the end of the line for the M1A2. More flexible platforms are needed for situations like this one. Platforms that can be more easily prepositioned. Just a thought."

11 posted on 03/14/2003 11:09 PM CST by Don'tMessWithTexas

There has been a lot of discussion here and in the media about Turkey, the 4th Div and air access to N Iraq. I am getting the impression that this is begining to be similar to the same situation during Gulf War 1.

There was endless speculation about the Marine amphibious invasion of Kuwait. The speculation of casualties, the numerous scenerios of attack and the methods that the Marines would use to carry it out. Saddam concentrated his forces to counter this sea attack. Wrong move.

Saddam last night shifted forces to the west and south. A thrust from Turkey in the north(wink wink) is out of the question. You can't attack without the M1A2 tanks.

I am watching what happens in the north. A WAG would be a thrust south by Turkish forces with American forces behind them to protect the Kurds positions in the area. The Turks would advance on Bhagdad while the US forces would move in behind to protect Kurd interests.

Just speculation.

[We Happy Few]

Why can't the armor unload in Israel and drive through Jordan when no one is looking? If Jordan and Israel are already committed to allowing U.S. flyovers for bombing runs, they are SCUD-bait right now. On the margin, tanks do not change the situation.

[exnavy]

Actually that is exactly the direction that the military is headed. The new platform is called the Stryker, it is a wheeled vehicle.

I work for General Dynamics Land Sys., we have a few other prototypes in development as well.

[alethia]

My understanding is that tons and tons (literally) of equipment has already been unloaded and driven through Turkey to Iraq. Isn't it possible the only thing missing is the troops? And how long would it take to get them in position?