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Author Topic: Panzer turret bunkers in WWII  (Read 1020 times)
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« on: January 19, 2007, 08:34:07 pm »
http://www.panzerworld.net/panzerturretsnorway.html
some pretty interesting usage of obsolete tank turrets
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« Reply #1 on: March 06, 2007, 01:01:46 pm »
The germans even buried Panzer Mark IVs [chassis and all] after their running gear or engine were destroyed.  The Mark IV had a small seperate 4 cylinder [sic] engine which was used to power the traverse mechanism of the turret.  It only needed a two-man crew [gunner/commander and loader].  Some innovative crews even welded spaced armor panels on the turret for better protection.

The hatch had a locking mechanism which prevented someone outside the turret from gaining access [to drop a grenade or flame em].  There was a ventilation pipe which ran underground a number of yards away which allowed fresh air.
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« Reply #2 on: March 06, 2007, 01:08:32 pm »
The was also a Panther Turret Pillbox used in some number in Italy and NW europe

http://www.pbase.com/image/38005521
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