Airborne 6 pdr

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Alex ,I don't know exactly how many were converted as I cannot find much info on these Guns. One nice touch I found many years ago was a small arms training manual for the 6 pounder belonging to an airborne gunner for the standard weapon. He has been through it and amended it based on the airborne configuration with lots of neat drawings and notes explaining were it was altered.

Niels ,as you will know the modifications were to make it Glider transportable and towable by jeep.
Without going into it too much detail the axle was shortened to reduce width so the shield was altered to suit with the elevation gear re-designed and relocated on top of the rack, the trails were hinged to reduce length and an alternate perch fitted for Jeep towing purpose.
Although this particular gun has resided in a museum for many years it has always been privately owned, it is in good order but requires a fresh restoration.

Rob....................rnixartillery.