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It is a machine that is quick to install, compact and powerful, and it has been modified to work in the best way possible for this particular use.<\/p>\n<p>It took 12 weeks to fully prepare the GMK for its new job. Flashing lights, beacons and headlamps were added to facilitate rescue operations at night, a universal NATO outlet was attached, generally used on military vehicles, and an electric motor with hydraulic connection was installed to allow the crane to be powered by different external energy sources or by emergency generators. 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