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ARMORED AMBULANCES: M996, M996A1, M997, M997A1, AND M997A2
PURPOSE: These models are used to transport patients with armor protection for crew and patients.
The  M996  and  M996A1  are  reducible  in  height  for  CH47  helicopter  transport.  The  M997,  M997A1,  and
M997A2  have  air  conditioning  for  patient  comfort.  For  operation  in  an  NBC  environment,  the  M997,
M997A1,  and  M997A2  is  equipped  with  a  Gas-Particulate  Filter  Unit  (GPFU)  with  heaters  capable  of
supporting  up  to  seven  personnel  equipped  with  either  M25  series  protective  masks  or  M13  series  patient
protective   masks.
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