I grew up about 45 minutes south of Weirton, so it was nice seeing this vehicle being discussed. I have some more photos I could scan if anyone wants them.- bsmartHere is a picture of the Weirton T95. Cast in the lower front hull is a Ser No 5 so I think your ID is confirmed
- DontosNeil is as 'GAA - GAA' on the MBT 70 / XM803 as I am on the Ontos.
Nice one Neil
Don
I should have added this to my post about the T95, sorry...- binder001For the M60s - I remember hearing about some of these with the welded "Training Only" or "Non-ballistic". I was also told once that these were ex-prototype vehicles, the mild steel was used as it was easier to work on than hardened armor.
- David_ReasonerBob, I believe the 155mm used on the M12 was actually the older M1917 155L45. The newer "Long Tom" was used on it's successor, the M40 GMC. Either way, I would not want to be on the wrong end, AP or SAP ( or HE for that matter) Even if it doesn't penetrate, a hundred pound shell arriving at well over 2000fps is bound to make an impression. The M12 was also used in a point-blank direct fire role against the old French forts at Metz.
David
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