AS 42 Tipo II “Metropolitana” 47/32 v1.0
The Camionetta AS 42 Type II “Metropolitana” 47/32 is the third variant of the Camionetta Desertica Model 42 family of light reconnaissance vehicles. The AS 42 (Africa Settentrionale = North Africa) was built on the same chassis as the AB 41 armored car, but with a two-wheel drive propulsion system, designed specifically for desert operations, especially reconnaissance. Its origins date back to the request of North African divisions for a long-range, highly maneuverable vehicle, similar to those used by the effective British reconnaissance and raid force, the Long Range Desert Group (LRDG). The main guns that could be installed were a 20 mm Breda Model 35 autocannon, a 20 mm Solothurn S-18/1000 anti-tank rifle or a 47 mm Breda Cannone da 47/32 Model 39 tank gun. The armor was 17 mm thick around the entire chassis, with three 12 mm bulletproof glass plates for the windshield.
Introduced in the “Fire and Ice” Update, the Camionetta AS 42 Type II “Metropolitana” 47/32 is a light reconnaissance vehicle for the ground forces of the Italian Army, equipped with the 47 mm Breda Cannone da 47/32 Model 39 tank gun. It is designed as an agile, long-range vehicle for quick raids into enemy lines before retreating behind cover. The barrel has good depression and can fire over low ramps and steep terrain. With such a low profile, it is very easy to remain hidden on the battlefield and only attack when opponents are not paying attention. Unfortunately, the vehicle lacks armor and the crew is completely exposed to the environment, reducing survivability. In general, players should take advantage of their low profile and high speed to deliver unexpected hits to opponents before quickly retreating behind the front lines to reposition themselves.
