US Army's Overland Train - LIFE magazine
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In the 1950s the LeTourneau company developed several overland trains, essentially oversized semi-trailer trucks that could travel over almost any terrain.
Their intention was to be able to handle logistics needs without being dependent on local road or rail systems, allowing them to operate in back-country areas.
The US Army had three experimental units built, the largest reaching almost 600 feet (183 m) long, which holds the record for the longest offroad vehicle.
Road trains are in use in certain roles today, but the US Army examples and a few derivatives appear to be the only offroad examples built.
Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona 1963.
