Description
Enhance your collection or restoration project with this New Old Stock (NOS) 20mm M39 Guide Track Front LH/Rear RH, part number 3401346, Federal Stock Number 1005-300-5355, and National Stock Number 1005-00-300-5355. Designed for use in the renowned M39 20mm automatic cannon, this guide track is a crucial component in maintaining the weapon’s precision and reliability during operation.
Key Features:
- Integral to the M39 Cannon System: The guide track ensures proper alignment and smooth feeding of ammunition within the M39, a weapon celebrated for its high rate of fire and durability. Its design supports the cycling mechanism, contributing to the cannon’s consistent performance in combat scenarios.
- Historical Significance: The M39 automatic cannon, adapted from the German Mauser MG 213C, was extensively deployed on U.S. fighter aircraft during the Cold War and Korean War. Aircraft such as the F-86 Sabre, F-100 Super Sabre, and F-101 Voodoo relied on the M39 for air superiority and ground support. This guide track played a key role in ensuring the cannon’s effectiveness in these critical roles.
- New Old Stock Condition: Preserved in its original, unused state, this guide track is a rare find for military aviation collectors, enthusiasts, and restorers. Its NOS status guarantees historical authenticity and functional integrity, making it ideal for restoration or display.
Product Details:
- Condition: New Old Stock, unused and well-preserved
- Part Number: 3401346
- FSN: 1005-300-5355
- NSN: 1005-00-300-5355
- Compatibility: Specifically designed for the 20mm M39 automatic cannon
- Collector’s Appeal: Perfect for military aviation restorers, Cold War historians, and enthusiasts of vintage weapon systems
Approx length 2 1/2", Approx width 2 1/2", Approx height 1/2", Approx weight .1lbs.
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