This new old stock M153 Telescope Mount, specifically designed for the M126 Telescope used in the M60A2 "Starship" Tank with a 152mm Gun-Launcher, is a rare and invaluable piece of Cold War-era military equipment. Preserved in its original packaging, this authentic mount is ideal for collectors, historians, and restoration experts who are focused on U.S. armored vehicle technology. The M153 mount played an essential role in the targeting accuracy of the M60A2, supporting the telescope's function in both missile and conventional ammunition engagements. If you would like the original packaging to remain sealed, please specify in the comments section of your order.
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Historical Significance and Targeting Technology:
The M60A2 was a technologically advanced U.S. armored vehicle equipped with a 152mm gun launcher capable of firing both missiles and traditional shells. The M126 Telescope, securely mounted with the M153, allowed the gunner to switch seamlessly between targeting reticles depending on the armament selector position. The missile reticle featured a specialized terrain interference line: if a terrain obstacle within 500 meters rose above this line, missile fire was deemed unsafe. For conventional rounds, the reticle included stadia lines calibrated for enemy tanks approximately 10 feet wide and 20 feet long, allowing for precise range estimation depending on the target's position. This reticle technology, detailed in TM 9-2350-232-10 C3, allowed the M60A2 to engage with unmatched precision in combat.
Product Features:
Authentic New Old Stock with Original Packaging: Preserved in original condition, this M153 Telescope Mount is an essential item for historical collections or tank restoration projects.
Engineered for the M126 Telescope in M60A2 "Starship" Tanks: The M153 mount was integral to the M60A2's advanced targeting system, allowing precise aiming for both missile and conventional fire.
Historical Reticle Design for Precision Targeting: Features both missile and conventional ammunition reticles, with carefully designed calibration lines for effective range finding and terrain interference.
Option to Keep Packaging Sealed:If preferred, we can ship with the packaging intact.Simply note your preference in the order comments.
Capture a unique piece of tank targeting history with this M153 Telescope Mount for the M126 Telescope, preserved in original packaging. Perfect for collectors of Cold War military technology, this mount showcases the precision engineering behind the U.S. Army's armored vehicles. Available now on Ordnance.com!
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