Late FGT 7B3 Body

[m606paz]

Time to share with us my CMP.
A rare model, because Argentina was the destination of the few units manufactured.
A model always full of mysteries, especially because I have not yet found precise delivery dates or dataplates.
Since I have it, I have only tried to get the missing elements, it is in running order and I have fun taking small tours of the neighborhood.

[Bruce Parker (RIP)]

Spectacular!!!!

[m606paz]

It still retains modifications made by the Argentine army, such as the addition of those two small doors on each side.
As a fuel tank I use a jerrycan. I am working on cleaning each tank.
http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/sh...ad.php?t=33374

[m606paz]

I have to refurbish the rear can holders, they have a lot of knocks, since there was no bumper, they were deformed..
http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/sh...ad.php?t=32363

[Hanno Spoelstra]

The word “spectacular” has already been used, so I’ll say “fantastic!”

Great to finally see one of these rare FGTs restored and running. Well done preserving her

[rob love]

A very nice piece. In this country we have to be satisfied with the traditional slantback version.



What is it like for private ownership of cannons in your country? Is there a 25 pounder and limber in your future?

[Bruce Parker (RIP)]

Originally Posted by rob love

What is it like for private ownership of cannons in your country? Is there a 25 pounder and limber in your future?

I hope it's better than here under the recent new BS.

[m606paz]

Today time to install the winch guard.
http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/sh...ad.php?t=32466
Frame had a strong twist to the torsion of the winch. At the moment it will remain unstraightened, but tje guards ar important so that the wire does not tangled.

[m606paz]

Originally Posted by rob love

A very nice piece. In this country we have to be satisfied with the traditional slantback version.



What is it like for private ownership of cannons in your country? Is there a 25 pounder and limber in your future?

Unfortunately I will never be able to have a 25lb unless I make a reproduction out of wood.
Our forces never bought British artillery in the postwar period.

[m606paz]

Originally Posted by Hanno Spoelstra

The word “spectacular” has already been used, so I’ll say “fantastic!”

Great to finally see one of these rare FGTs restored and running. Well done preserving her

I enjoy finding the missing parts and installing them. And also that it is in running order.
Maybe in another life, I'll disassemble it completely to do a new restoration.

[m606paz]

Originally Posted by Bruce Parker

I hope it's better than here under the recent new BS.

Here too there are more and more restrictions on the possession of firearms.

[Bruce Parker (RIP)]

Originally Posted by m606paz

Unfortunately I will never be able to have a 25lb unless I make a reproduction out of wood.
Our forces never bought British artillery in the postwar period.

But could you if one was available?

In Canada the answer would have been yes until a really crazy new regulation came down a year or so ago. The regulation targets 'assault rifles' but somehow goes after WW1 and WW2 antiques including things like 25pdrs. As if a 25prd is somehow an assault rifle. My government is loco.

[m606paz]

Originally Posted by Bruce Parker

But could you if one was available?

Hi Bruce

Only deactivated or cut...

[rob love]

So if your country did not have the 25 pounders, what were the artillery tractors used with? Did they tow guns or were they just general purpose personnel/cargo carriers?

[m606paz]

Hi Rob, our army make radio cable layer with these FGT. Mine have brackets for drum wires.

[rob love]

Interesting.

[m606paz]

Originally Posted by rob love

Interesting.

Rob

The pictures below are from a 1952 Army Parade , Can see these FGT Cable Layers

[Alex van de Wetering]

The word “spectacular” has already been used, so I’ll say “fantastic!”

I'll add "Awesome" to the list!
Very nice vehicle, Mariano.....and in a very nice condition.

[m606paz]

Originally Posted by Alex van de Wetering

I'll add "Awesome" to the list!
Very nice vehicle, Mariano.....and in a very nice condition.

Thank you Alex!

The truck retains all of its weapon mounts clips 1944 dated.
You can take 2 SMLE , 3 Sten MkV and 1 Bren LMG

[m606paz]

The rigth body toolbox. One for the battery and other for snatch block an jack and others

[m606paz]

Today a little trip to Autoclasica 2022. An annual Classic Car exposition .

[Niels V]

It looks very nice
Is it a normal 13 cab quad in the back ground ?

[Lynn Eades]

You have a very nice truck Mariano. Thank you for posting all the images.

[m606paz]

This last weekend, I participated in a classic car show here in Buenos Aires, perhaps the most important show in South America and sponsored by FIVA. Take advantage of the moment and the good daylight to take some photos and share them with you.

[m606paz]

There are some modifications and parts added by the Argentine Army

[m606paz]

I have gotten many missing that I need to restore and reinstall.

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally Posted by m606paz

This last weekend, I participated in a classic car show here in Buenos Aires, perhaps the most important show in South America and sponsored by FIVA. Take advantage of the moment and the good daylight to take some photos and share them with you.

Excellent, good to see it out and about at a classic car show

[m606paz]

More Pictures

[m606paz]

May be the Tailgate steps are factory installed...
Lateral doors seems to be an Argentina Army installation...

[m606paz]

Rigth hand toolbox, one for Battery