M36 Instrument Light for M16A1 Series, M24A1, M26A1, and M85C Telescopes
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M36 Instrument Light for M16A1 Series, M24A1, M26A1, and M85C
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Restore your Cold War-era artillery optics with this original M36 Instrument Light—an essential accessory designed to illuminate the reticle of a wide range of U.S. military telescopes. Ideal for restoration professionals, collectors, and historical preservationists, this vintage lighting unit brings life back to some of the most iconic fire-control instruments of the 20th century.
Product Features:
- Original M36 Instrument Light
- Designed for illuminating the reticle in the elbow and panoramic telescopes during low-light or night operations. Compatible with two flashlight cells wired in series (3V operation) and includes a rheostat for adjustable brightness.
- Compatible with Numerous U.S. Military Sighting Systems
- Officially used with:
- Elbow Telescopes M16A1 / M16A1D (used on 105mm howitzer mounts M2A1, M2A2, and others)
- Elbow Telescope M24A1 (paired with the M28 Mount on 90mm gun mount M1A1)
- Elbow Telescope M26A1 (used with 90mm gun mounts M1A1 and M3, and Telescope Mounts M46 and M54)
- Elbow Telescope M85C (paired with 75mm rifles T21 and M20)
- Panoramic Telescope M12 (used on 240mm Howitzer Carriage M1 and 8-inch Gun Carriage M2 via Mount M30)
- Perfect for Restoration Projects
- Whether you're restoring a sighting system like the M7, mounting assemblies like M23, M30, M42, M46, M54, M71, or even complete direct-fire control systems, the M36 light is a critical finishing component.
- Condition
- See photos for overall condition. Units may show signs of storage or light handling consistent with original military surplus.
Historical Use:
The M36 Instrument Light played a key role in artillery accuracy from WWII through the Cold War. Its ability to illuminate the fine reticle markings of field gun telescopes allowed U.S. forces to effectively engage targets in darkness or adverse weather—an essential function in everything from direct-fire howitzers to anti-mechanized gun systems.
Approx length 7", Approx width 1.5", Approx height 1.5", Approx weight 1lbs.
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