This 37mm XM77E1 Spotting Rifle Breech Block is a tangible connection to one of the most unique and innovative weapons systems of the Cold War. Whether for restoration, display, or study, it represents the ingenuity and determination that defined an era of military technological advancement.
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Add a remarkable piece of Cold War military history to your collection with this New Old Stock (NOS) 37mm XM77E1 Spotting Rifle Breech Block, National Stock Number 1010-00-886-3023. Designed for use on the M29 155mm recoilless rifle (NSN 1025-886-3012), this component played an integral role in the groundbreaking 155m M29 Davy Crockett Weapon System, one of the most innovative and unique tactical nuclear weapons ever developed.
Key Features:
Essential for Spotting Rifle Operation: The breech block is a critical component in the XM77E1 spotting rifle, which was mounted alongside the M29 155mm recoilless rifle. This system allowed operators to accurately determine targeting adjustments before firing the M388 nuclear projectile, ensuring precision and effectiveness in critical operations.
Historical Significance:
The M28/M29 Davy Crockett Weapon System represented a leap forward in tactical nuclear capabilities during the Cold War. It featured a recoilless gun designed to fire the M388 nuclear projectile, which was equipped with the W54 nuclear warhead, boasting a yield of 20 tons of TNT. Despite its compact size, this weapon system was strategically impactful.
Named after the American folk hero and congressman Davy Crockett, this system was a testament to U.S. innovation during the Cold War. It was among the smallest nuclear weapon systems ever fielded and was specifically designed for deployment by infantry units, emphasizing mobility and tactical flexibility.
Developed at the United States Army Weapon Command in Rock Island, Illinois, the Davy Crockett system demonstrated the era’s focus on adapting advanced nuclear technologies to battlefield conditions.
New Old Stock Condition: This breech block is preserved in its original, unused state, making it an ideal piece for collectors, military historians, and restorers focused on preserving Cold War military innovations.
Product Details:
Condition: New Old Stock, unused and well-preserved
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