1943 Ordnance QF 17-pounder AT Gun

Ordnance QF 17-pounder byl mocný britský protitankový kanón, který byl používán během druhé světové války a měl schopnost likvidovat těžce obrněné německé tanky jako Tiger. Přijatý Australskou armádou, byl umístěn na vozidlech jako Sentinel AC IV a nasazen v točených i statických rolích v pacifickém divadle.

Místo

Nederweert, The Netherlands

Rok stavby

1943

Země původu

Spojené království

Výrobce

G&R Ordnance Factory Australia/ Ruwolt Australia

Typ

Gun Mk I / Carriage Mk I

Stav

Dobrý stav (restaurace třídy B)

Začetní číslo

€ 5.500

Detaily

Stav

Condition

Tento kanón je autentický 17-Pdr protitankový kanón na svém originálním podvozku Mk 1 vyprodukovaném v Austrálii.

Byl objeven v hnojišti v roce 2021 panem Chrisem Luxmoore, zástupcem BAIV v Austrálii. Po přepravě do Evropy byl v BAIV's dílně pečlivě zrestaurován a servisován (restaurace třídy B).

Je ve skvělém stavu a stále funkční. Kromě toho je velmi kompletní, přichází s mnoha originálními drobnými detaily (dokonce je plná i toolbox), obnovené pneumatiky (přesné kopie originálního modelu z druhé světové války) a dokonce jsou i malé tažné lanka!

Všechno originální, přímo z vojenského prodeje a vždy správně uskladněné.

Specifikace

Technické detaily

Výrobce kanónu: G&R Ordnance Factory Australia
Výrobce podvozku: Ruwolt Australia
Model kanónu: Mk. I
Model podvozku: Mk. I
Datum výroby: 1943
Délka: 14 ft 7 in (4,44 m)
Délka (hlaveň): 13 ft 9 in (4.19 m)
Šířka: 7 ft 3 in (2,21 m)
Výška: 5 ft 3 in (1,6 m)
Hmotnost: 6.613 lb (3 t)
Maximální dostřel: 6,5 mi (10,5 km)
Úhlová rychlost střely: 2.900 - 3.950 ft/s (880 - 1200 m/s)
Náboj: Fixní QF, 76.2x583mmR
Kalibr: 3 in (76,2 mm)
Zdvih: Mezi -6 a + 16,5 stupňů
Posádka: 5 - 6
Ochranný štít: 2x 0,23 in. (2x 6 mm)
Počet vyrobených kusů: přibližně 15.000

Historie

Ordnance QF 17-pounder byl britsky vyvinutý protitankový kanón, který sehrál klíčovou roli v posledních letech druhé světové války. Zaveden v roce 1943, byl navržen tak, aby čelil rostoucí tloušťce pancířů německých tanků jako Tiger I a Panther. S kalibrem 76,2 mm a schopností střílet vysokorychlostní průbojný (HVAP) náboj, byl 17-pounder jednou z nejmocnějších protitankových zbraní své doby, schopnou proniknout přes 200 mm pancíře na blízkou vzdálenost. Jeho úhlová rychlost střely se pohybovala mezi 900 a 1.200 metry za sekundu v závislosti na typu munice, což z něj činilo vysoce účinnou zbraň proti nepřátelskému pancíři na velké vzdálenosti.

Prvně použit v severoafrické kampani, 17-pounder si rychle získal pověst pro svou schopnost ničit těžce obrněné německé tanky, které jiné spojenecké kanóny nedokázaly proniknout. Nakonec byl umístěn na různých platformách, nejznáměji na Sherman Firefly, modifikovaném americkém tanku Sherman. Tato kombinace se stala kritickou součástí obrněných divizí spojeneckých sil, zvláště při invazi do Normandie a následných operacích v Evropě.

Australské užití 17-pounder

Australská armáda také přijala 17-pounder během druhé světové války, převážně v reakci na vyvíjející se hrozbu japonských tanků a potenciál pro těžší obrněné nepřátelské vozidla. Ačkoliv japonské tanky byly obecně méně formidabilní než jejich evropské protějšky, Austrálie usilovala o posílení svých protitankových obran, jak se válka v Pacifiku eskalovala.

17-pounder byl nasazen jak v tažených konfiguracích, tak i namontován na obrněných vozidlech. Kromě montáží na vozidlech byla zbraň také nasazena v tažené konfiguraci australskými pěšími jednotkami, čímž sloužila jako klíčový obranný prvek proti pancéřovým hrozbám. Australská armáda pokračovala ve využívání 17-pounder v poválečných letech, zejména jako součást svých protitankových pluků, kde zůstával v provozu, dokud nebyl postupně nahrazen modernějšími protitankovými systémy v 50. letech.

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The Auction House will not supply ANY item unless the correct paperwork and licensing – if needed - have been supplied in full. If required and applicable (fire)arms can be made inoperable or permanently disabled by BAIV in The Netherlands as being a licensed Arms & Weapons Dealer Registration Nr. NL20191618779. In this case all relevant cost will be charged to the Buyer in addition and have to be paid in advance in full. Collection by appointment only.

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NOTE

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Informace o doručení

After buying a classic military vehicle or other items such as cannons, planes, howitzers and tanks, there are several steps you would typically need to take:

Legalities
In principle, no special permit is required for unarmored wheeled and tracked vehicles. In many cases, an export procedure that is comparable to that for exporting classic cars and motorcycles is sufficient. Military collectables older than 75 years and with a value over Euro 50k are often considered National Heritage. In such cases an export permit must be requested from the National Ministry of Culture of the exporting country. Tanks, howitzers and self-propelled or towed cannons often require specific permits that are highly dependent on the country of shipment and the country of destination. In such a case first ensure that you apply for the necessary permits, licenses, and other paperwork required to own and operate such an item in your jurisdiction. This may involve registering the item with the appropriate authorities and complying with any regulations regarding its ownership and use. In such a case it is advisable to contact us in advance because we have many decades of experience in the import and export of Classic Military Heritage. Based on this experience, we can generally quickly provide feedback on what applies to you. This is especially relevant because regulations in this regard change every now and then and sometimes, we also have to deal with export-restrictions. In short: if you want to be sure, contact us in time to avoid difficulties in a later stage.
Storage
Find a suitable storage location for your collectable, preferably a secure and legal place where you can keep it when not in use. This could be a garage, warehouse, or even a specially designed storage facility or museum.
Transportation
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Depending on the condition of your military collectable our partner BAIV can help you with maintenance and restoration work to ensure that it is safe and operational. This could involve relatively easy maintenance and repair, service till a Class-A restoration. In such a case please contact BAIV (link to BAIV website).
Training
If you intend to operate a vehicle then make sure you have manuals that describe how the operate vehicle. Nowadays there are numerous reprints available on the Internet that explain you in a playful way how to drive and operate your vehicle. This is often a team effort, which makes owning such a vehicle extra attractive. If required, you can also involve hiring a professional instructor or attending specialized training courses to learn how to drive and maintain it safely. In such a case, our partner BAIV can also support you.
Insurance
Consider obtaining insurance coverage for your vehicle to protect yourself against any potential accidents or liabilities that may arise from owning and operating it. Often there are specialized insurance companies offering these kinds of services. Local military vehicle clubs often also know their way around the specific options offered by insurance companies.
Enjoyment
Finally, once everything is in place, you can enjoy owning and, if permitted, operating your classic military vehicle, cannon or howitzer. Whether it's for display purposes or for participating in historical reenactments, owning such a great unit can be a unique and rewarding experience.