FRT AFV 434 ABBOT is a recovery vehicle of 1965 vintage of UK origin. Utilised effectively in 1971 Operations in battles of Gadra City and <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kutch&amp;action=edit&amp;redlink=1" class="new" title="Kutch (page does not exist)">Kutch</a> sector for providing inherent repair and recovery cover to Armoured formations. 
The vehicle was capable of carrying spare engines and other stores required for repair in situ. The suspension of vehicle could be locked while the crane was being used. This vehicle weighs 17,750 kg and was instrumental in providing fortitude to Armoured Fighting formations.
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