Imperial Japanese Army
Engineering & Amphibious Vehicles
Sōkō Sagyō Ki SS-Bo Gata
Armoured Bridgelayer
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The Sōkō Sagyō Ki SS-Bo Gata, developed during World War II, was a Japanese armoured bridgelayer based on the Type 97 Chi-Ha tank chassis. It featured a retractable bridge for crossing obstacles like rivers and trenches, providing essential mobility for infantry and armored units in battle.
Sōkō Sagyō Ki SS-Otsu Gata
Armoured Bridgelayer
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The Sōkō Sagyō Ki SS-Otsu Gata, a Japanese armored bridgelayer, was based on the Type 1 Chi-He tank chassis. It featured a retractable bridge to cross obstacles such as trenches and rivers, providing critical mobility for infantry and tanks during World War II combat operations.
Special Type 2 Launch Ka-Mi
Amphibious Tank w. Discarded Floats
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The Special Type 2 Ka-Mi Amphibious Tank, introduced in 1942, was designed for amphibious landings. Based on the Type 95 Ha-Go chassis, it featured a waterproofed hull and a retractable flotation screen, allowing it to cross rivers and beaches during Japan’s Pacific Island campaigns.
Special Type 2 Launch Ka-Mi
Amphibious Tank w. Floats
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Armed with a 37mm Type 94 cannon and a 7.7mm MG, the Ka-Mi provided light fire support during amphibious assaults. Its limited armor and slow speed made it vulnerable to more advanced Allied weapons, but it remained useful for tactical support in the early stages of island-hopping operations.
Special Type 2 Launch Ka-Mi
Waterline Amphibious Tank
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Although production was limited, the Ka-Mi saw action in key Pacific theater engagements, including the invasion of Papua New Guinea. Landing directly from ships allowed the Japanese to establish beachheads more effectively. However, as the war progressed, it was outclassed by the better-equipped Allies.
Special Type 3 Ka-Chi
Amphibious Tank w. Discarded Floats
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The Special Type 3 Ka-Chi Amphibious Tank, developed in 1944, was a larger and more heavily armed amphibious vehicle based on the Type 3 Chi-Nu chassis. Designed to support amphibious assaults, it featured improved armor and better water-crossing capabilities than previous Japanese amphibious tanks.
Special Type 3 Ka-Chi
Amphibious Tank w. Floats
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Equipped with a 75mm gun and a 7.7mm MG, the Ka-Chi provided significant fire support for landing forces. Its enhanced firepower and armor made it more effective than earlier amphibious tanks, although it still struggled against more advanced Allied armor and weapons as the war progressed.
Special Type 3 Ka-Chi
Waterline Amphibious Tank
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The Ka-Chi was intended to support Japanese operations in the Pacific, particularly in island assaults, but limited production meant it saw little combat. Despite its advantages, it was deployed too late in the war to have a major impact, with Japan’s defeat already underway by 1944.
Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu
Amphibious Assault Tractor
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The Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu Amphibious Vehicle, developed in 1944, was designed to transport infantry and supplies during amphibious assaults. Based on a fully tracked vehicle, it could traverse both land and water, supporting Japan’s Pacific operations. Its amphibious capabilities allowed for beach landings.
Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu
Waterline Amphibious Assault Tractor
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Equipped with a 37mm cannon and multiple machine guns, the Ka-Tsu provided light fire support to landing forces. It also featured a hull that could be sealed to prevent water ingress, making it suitable for transport across rivers and beaches. However, it had limited armor and speed.
Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu
Amphibious Transport Tractor
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The Ka-Tsu was capable of carrying up to 16 tons of cargo, including equipment, troops, and vehicles. Its primary role was to transport heavy loads to shore during amphibious assaults. Despite its heavy-duty design, the Ka-Tsu was slower and less maneuverable than other vehicles used by the Allies.
Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu
Waterline Amphibious Transport Tractor
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The vehicle was equipped with a powerful engine, giving it sufficient speed for its tasks. However, its large size made it more vulnerable to enemy fire, especially from Allied aircraft, which were a constant threat during amphibious operations in the Pacific theater.
Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu
Amphibious Troop Tractor
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Despite being produced late in the war, the Ka-Tsu was not widely used in combat due to Japan’s increasingly desperate military situation. Its limited production meant that few units were available, and it never had the chance to make a significant impact in battle.
Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu
Waterline Amphibious Troop Tractor
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While the Special Type 4 Ka-Tsu was an innovative design for amphibious operations, its late development and limited deployment meant it was more of a theoretical advantage than a practical one. Japan’s defeat in 1945 halted any further use or refinement of the vehicle.
Su-Ki
Amphibious Truck
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The Su-Ki, developed during World War II, was a Japanese amphibious vehicle designed for transporting cargo and troops across water and land. It was equipped with tracks for traversing difficult terrain and featured a waterproofed body to facilitate beach landings and river crossings.
Su-Ki
Waterline Amphibious Truck
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Primarily used in amphibious operations in the Pacific theater, it provided essential transport capabilities. Its relatively slow speed and limited firepower made it vulnerable to air and ground attacks. The Su-Ki saw limited production, with only a few units deployed before the war’s end.
Type 94 TK
Tankette - Disinfectant Model
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The Disinfectant Tankette was a specialised Japanese vehicle based on the Type 94 chassis. Designed for chemical support, it carried disinfectant spray equipment to decontaminate areas exposed to chemical agents. It had no offensive armament and saw limited deployment during the war.
Type 94 TK
Tankette - Gas Spray Model
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The Type 94 TK Gas Spray Tankette was a Japanese chemical warfare vehicle based on the Type 94 chassis. Equipped with spray tanks and dispersal nozzles, it was designed to release chemical agents on enemy positions. It lacked armament and saw limited operational use.
Type 100 Te-Re
Artillery Observation Vehicle
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The Type 100 Te-Re, introduced in 1940, was designed to coordinate artillery fire. Based on a light tank chassis, it featured observation equipment, including rangefinders and communication gear, allowing forward observers to direct indirect fire accurately from protected positions
Type 100 Te-Re
Artillery Observation Vehicle w. Roll Bars
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Lacking heavy armament, the Te-Re carried only a machine gun for defence. It operated close to forward positions, relaying targeting data. Produced in small numbers, it improved Japanese artillery effectiveness during operations, particularly in difficult terrain like China and the Pacific islands.
