Cañón Antitanque Q.F. de 17 libras de ordenanza de 1943

La puja comienza 12 dic. 2025 CET
La subasta termina 20 dic. 2025
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El Ordnance QF de 17 libras fue un poderoso cañón antitanque británico utilizado durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, capaz de destruir tanques alemanes fuertemente blindados como el Tiger. Adoptado por el Ejército Australiano, se montó en vehículos como el Sentinel AC IV y se desplegó tanto en roles remolcados como estáticos en el teatro del Pacífico. Este ejemplar está completamente restaurado y en excelente estado.

Ubicación
Nederweert, Países Bajos
Año de construcción
1943
País de origen
Reino Unido
Fabricante
Fábrica de Ordnanza G&R Australia/ Ruwolt Australia
Tipo
Cañón Mk I / Carreta Mk I
Condición
Buena condición (restauración de Clase B)
Puja inicial
€ 5.500
Bienes de Margen
Sí, bienes con margen; No aplica IVA

Detalles

Condición

Esta pieza de artillería es un auténtico cañón antitanque de 17 Pdr en su original carro Mk 1 producido en Australia.

Fue descubierto en un granero en 2021 por el Sr. Chris Luxmoore, representante de BAIV en Australia. Después de ser enviado a Europa, fue cuidadosamente restaurado y mantenido en el taller de BAIV (restauración de Clase B).

Se encuentra en excelentes condiciones. Además, está muy completo, incluye numerosos detalles originales (incluso la caja de herramientas está llena), neumáticos renovados (copias exactas del modelo original de la Segunda Guerra Mundial) e incluso las pequeñas cuerdas de remolque están presentes. Todo original, liberación militar directa y siempre almacenado adecuadamente. El cañón no está desactivado y sigue siendo operativo.

Nota: Nuestro socio de confianza, BAIV, es un comerciante de armas certificado y un modificador adaptativo de armas de Categoría 2. Pueden asistir con el proceso de desactivación y, si es necesario, obtener los permisos (de exportación) requeridos. Se aplican ciertas condiciones. Le aconsejamos que se comunique con Tracks & Trade antes de pujar para discutir opciones y costos potenciales.

Detalles técnicos

Fabricante de Armas
G&R Ordnance Factory Australia
Fabricante de Carrocería
Ruwolt Australia
Pistola de Modelo
Mk. I
Carro de Modelo
Mk. I
Fecha de fabricación
1943
Longitud
14 pies 7 pulgadas (4,44 m)
Longitud (cañón)
13 pies 9 pulgadas (4,19 m)
Ancho
7 pies 3 pulgadas (2,21 m)
Altura
5 pies 3 pulgadas (1,6 m)
Peso
6.613 lb (3 toneladas)
Rango de disparo máximo
6,5 mi (10,5 km)
Velocidad de salida
2.900 - 3.950 ft/s (880 - 1200 m/s)
Concha
QF fijo, 76,2x583mmR
Calibre
3 pulg (76,2 mm)
Elevación
Entre -6 y +16,5 grados
Tripulación
5 - 6
Blindaje
2x 0,23 pulgadas (2x 6 mm)
Números de producción
aprox. 15.000
Estado del arma
No desactivado (en vivo)
Permisos y licencias
Se requieren permisos para la exportación y desactivación.

Historia

El Ordnance QF de 17 libras fue un cañón antitanque desarrollado en Gran Bretaña que desempeñó un papel crucial en los últimos años de la Segunda Guerra Mundial. Introducido en 1943, fue diseñado para contrarrestar el creciente grosor del blindaje de los tanques alemanes como el Tiger I y el Panther. Con un calibre de 76.2 mm y la capacidad de disparar un proyectil de alta velocidad y perforante (HVAP), el 17 libras fue una de las armas antitanque más potentes de su época, capaz de penetrar más de 200 mm de blindaje a corta distancia. Su velocidad inicial era de alrededor de 900 a 1,200 metros por segundo, dependiendo del tipo de munición, lo que lo hacía altamente efectivo contra blindajes enemigos a largas distancias.

 

Inicialmente utilizado en la campaña del norte de África, el 17 libras rápidamente ganó reputación por su capacidad para destruir tanques alemanes fuertemente blindados que otras armas aliadas tenían dificultades para penetrar. Eventualmente fue montado en varias plataformas, siendo el más famoso el Sherman Firefly, un tanque Sherman americano modificado. Esta combinación se convirtió en una parte crítica de las divisiones acorazadas de las fuerzas aliadas, particularmente durante la invasión de Normandía y las operaciones subsiguientes en Europa.

 

Uso australiano del 17 libras

El Ejército Australiano también adoptó el cañón de 17 libras durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, principalmente en respuesta a la creciente amenaza de los tanques japoneses y la posibilidad de vehículos enemigos con un blindaje más robusto. Aunque los tanques japoneses eran generalmente menos formidables que sus contrapartes europeas, Australia buscó fortalecer sus defensas antitanque a medida que la guerra en el Pacífico se intensificaba.

El cañón de 17 libras fue desplegado en configuraciones tanto remolcadas como montadas en vehículos acorazados. Además de los montajes en vehículos, el cañón también fue utilizado en una configuración remolcada por las unidades de infantería australianas, sirviendo como un activo defensivo clave contra amenazas acorazadas. El Ejército Australiano continuó utilizando el cañón de 17 libras en los años posteriores a la guerra, particularmente como parte de sus regimientos antitanque, donde permaneció en servicio hasta que fue gradualmente reemplazado por sistemas antitanque más modernos en la década de 1950.

LOT NUMBER

  • Each lot is assigned a specific lot number. This number is allocated one day before the lots are opened for bidding.

VIEWING DAYS

  • Inspections during viewing days are on: Saturday December 13, 2025.

  • Participation in the viewing days is subject to specific conditions.

  • Given the fact that these are often very special items whose condition, no matter how hard we try, cannot always be described 100% completely, we really recommend that you make use of this.

IMPORTANT DATES

  • Auction catalogue online: October 21st 2025 19.00 (CET)

  • Bidding starts: Saturday December 12, 2025 18.00 (CET)

  • Bidding ends: Saturday December 20, 2025 19.00 (CET)

TIMES

  • Amsterdam NL (CET): 07:00 PM (19:00)

  • London: 08:00 PM (18:00)

  • New York USA: 13:00 AM (13:00)

  • Sydney AUS: 05:00 AM (05:00),next day

BUYER’S PREMIUM

  • On all lots a buyer’s premium of 16,5% of the hammer price is charged. Over this buyer’s premium a 21% sales tax (VAT) will be applicable.

VEHICLES & VEHICLE RELATED EQUIPMENT

  • This lot is sold strictly as described in the auction listing on our website (https://tracksandtrade.com/).

  • Cars, motorcycles, trucks, cannons or howitzers, armored vehicles, and tanks are sold in as-is/where-is condition, with no technical guarantee and guarantee of authenticity and with or without registration.

ARMS & WEAPONS

  • The Auction House will not supply ANY item unless the correct paperwork and licensing – if needed – has been supplied by the Buyer 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.

    Deactivated weapons (EU regulation)
    A deactivated weapon is a genuine firearm that has been modified so it can no longer discharge any bullet, missile, or other projectile.

    Legal basis
    All deactivated weapons offered in this auction are deactivated/neutralized in accordance with EU Regulation 2015/2403, as incorporated into Dutch law on 13 May 2016.

    Delivery within the EU (European buyers)
    To ship a deactivated firearm we must verify that you are at least 18 years old.
    Please provide a copy of a valid identity document (ID card, passport or driver’s license).
    Once we have received and checked this document, we can send the deactivated weapon and its certificate at the buyer’s expense.

    Important note
    No lot will be delivered or shipped without the presentation of the documents mentioned above.
    The buyer is responsible for their purchase once the lot is awarded and will pay at least the related costs.


    Delivery outside the EU (non‑European buyers)
    If you are a non‑EU resident intending to purchase an EU deactivated weapon, it is your responsibility to confirm whether ownership is permitted under the laws of your country.
    You may need to provide a valid firearm license before we can ship your purchased deactivated weapon, as we comply with Dutch export regulations for (deactivated) weapons.
    Any additional actions required and associated costs in such a transaction will be charged to the buyer.

MARGIN/ VAT

  • However, for most of the lots 21% sales tax (VAT) over the hammer price will be not applicable, it might be that in some specific cases sales tax (VAT) over the hammer price will be charged. In such a case this will be specifically specified in the lot description. For all other lots the margin scheme will be applicable. For more info see our General Conditions of Sale Article 9 on our website; www.tracksandtrade.com

IMPORT & EXPORT

  • Depending on the destination and content of the Lot the Buyer shall obtain an International Import Certificate / End User Certificate. Some of the items listed in the auction may require special licenses or permits or existing documents must be prepared for export. If this is relevant, Tracks & Trade will take care of this. The applicable costs will be charged to the successful bidder. Please email accounting@tracksandtrade.com if you have any questions or concerns. No item will be allowed to be collected without 100% of all legal requirements being fulfilled.

COLLECTION

  • Specific address details will be provided upon request and to the successful bidder/ Buyer.

  • Delivery: Ex Works.

LOT REMOVAL DEADLINE

  • All lots must be collected no later than Friday, February 7, 2025, and only after full payment has been received and all legal requirements have been met.

  • No storage fees will be charged prior to this date. After this period, storage fees will apply.

  • For buyers from the United States or other distant destinations, tailored arrangements can be made upon request.

SHIPPING & HANDLINGS COSTS

  • All shipping, packaging, and any special handling expenses (e.g., crane hire or specialized equipment) are the sole responsibility of the Buyer and will be invoiced at actual cost plus a 10% handling fee.

LATE PICK-UP & STORAGE FEES

  • Any lot not collected by Saturday, February 7, 2025, will be placed in secure storage at the Buyer’s expense, with the following weekly storage rates applied (excluding 21% VAT):

  • Parts & accessories: €25 per lot per week

  • Cars and motorcycles: €50 per lot per week

  • Armored vehicles, tanks, cannons, etc.: €75 per lot per week

Need Assistance?
Please feel free to contact us for support or questions:
Phone: +31 6 518 22 502
Email: info@tracksandtrade.com
We are here to guide you through every step of the process and will do our utmost to assist you.

DELIVERY

  • The buyer is responsible for the transportation of the purchased goods, unless otherwise agreed. Tracks & Trade can assist with or arrange transportation at additional cost. Please contact us for more information.

  • Shipping, and packing costs and special costs that arise for loading special items, such as crane costs or costs for hiring special equipment etc., will be charged to the Buyer on the basis of actual costs + a surcharge of 10%. Naturally, you can count on us when it comes to the shipment of your purchases. We are happy to take care of that.

GENERAL CONDITIONS

  • All information and transactions are subject to the general terms and conditions (Version 2.0 dated 29-04-2022). For more detailed information visit our website.

NOTE

  • By placing a bid, whether successful or not, the bidder agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions as set forth on this website (www.tracksandtrade.com) and in the applicable general terms and conditions. It is the bidder’s responsibility to review and familiarize themselves with all such terms prior to placing a bid.

Shipping information

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 considered as 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. 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 at 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
    After you have all the paperwork in place the next step will be the (oversees) transport to your desired location. This may involve hiring specialized transport and broker services due to permits, size and weight. In this case we can also support you with organizing the transport or make sure you get in contact with dedicated brokers and import agents.

  • Maintenance and Restoration

    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 or service till a Class-A restoration. In such a case please contact BAIV (info@baiv.nl).

  • Training
    If you intend to operate a vehicle then make sure you have manuals that describe how to operate the vehicle. Nowadays there are numerous reprints available on the Internet that explain to 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 attend specialized training courses to learn how to drive and maintain it safely. In such a case, our partner BAIV (www.baiv.nl) 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.

No dudes en ponerte en contacto

Ivo Rigter Sr.

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