17 pounder anti-tank gun

[Wayne Henderson]

The 17 pdr that jumped and rolled back was not layed properly. The 17pdr is a very heavy gun, heavier than a pak and just as deadly with the right projectiles used. 231mm+ ap at 1000 yds with the latter APDS round.

The Australian built example also featured a "jockey" wheel or caster on the trail. Odd to see the #8 pulling the 17 with a firing platform attached, that aint no Pheasant! Something new for the files.

Great 25 pdr pics supplied by Keith too but these are set up shots only. Note small things like spade covers still on, sheild positions, too much clothing etc.
My favorite is the pit with the parelelubumbumbum and the loud speaker, this was typical 2/7th stuff.