This M13 Periscope offers unmatched historical authenticity and quality, making it an invaluable asset for military restorers, collectors, and historians. Whether completing a vehicle restoration or curating a Cold War-era display, this periscope ensures historical accuracy and visual excellence.
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Enhance your military restoration project or collection with this New Old Stock M13 Periscope, designed for use with the M46 and M47 tank seriesas well as the M53/M55 self-propelled howitzers. This genuine, unused optical system delivers both authenticity and functionality, making it an essential component for restoration or historical displays.
Key Features:
Optical Precision for Combat Vehicles:
The M13 Periscope provided exceptional visibility for vehicle commanders and gunners, enhancing situational awareness in both tank and self-propelled artillery operations.
Versatile Compatibility:
M46 Patton Tank: A key transitional tank post-WWII, the M46 was deployed during the Korean War, bridging the gap between WWII designs and Cold War advancements.
M47 Patton Tank: Widely used by U.S. forces and NATO allies, the M47 played a pivotal role during the early Cold War period.
M53/M55 Self-Propelled Howitzers: Armed with powerful 155mm and 8-inch artillery systems, these vehicles were critical for providing long-range fire support during the Cold War era.
Authentic Military Specifications:
Part Numbers: 7643904 / 7597754
National Stock Number (NSN): 6650-00-759-7754
Historical Significance:
Essential Cold War Optics:
The M13 Periscope represents a leap in technology, providing clear, reliable optical capabilities for tanks and artillery systems during some of the most critical conflicts of the 20th century.
Proven in Combat and Training:
These vehicles and their periscope systems were extensively used in U.S. and allied forces, cementing their legacy in military history.
Product Details:
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS), never used and in very good condition
Applications: Ideal for restorations, museum displays, or military collections
Compatibility: Specifically engineered for M46 and M47 tanks, as well as M53 and M55 self-propelled artillery systems
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