This new old stock M5A2 artillery plotting board is a rare and valuable artifact that captures the precision and expertise required in field artillery operations. Ideal for display, educational collections, or historical study, it offers an authentic piece of the technology that defined artillery accuracy in mid-century military campaigns.
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Add a Fantastic piece of military history to your collection with this M5A2 Artillery Plotting Board, preserved in new old stock (NOS) condition. Designed for use in field artillery operations, the M5A2 plotting board was essential for calculating firing solutions and coordinating artillery fire with pinpoint accuracy. This board enabled artillery crews to plot coordinates, adjust for range and trajectory, and ensure precise targeting, making it an invaluable tool for strategic operations in both training and active duty scenarios.
Key Features:
Essential Tool for Artillery Calculations: The M5A2 plotting board allowed artillery teams to quickly calculate azimuth, elevation, and range adjustments, ensuring that each shell reached its intended target. This tool was widely used for field artillery coordination, allowing crews to work efficiently in high-pressure situations.
Historical Significance in Military Artillery: Plotting boards like the M5A2 were crucial in mid-20th-century conflicts, aiding artillery teams in executing complex fire missions with accuracy. This plotting board contributed to effective artillery support, from defensive positions to offensive bombardments, and was a staple of U.S. artillery units.
New Old Stock Condition: Preserved in its original, unused condition, this M5A2 plotting board retains its full functionality and historical authenticity. Its NOS status makes it an excellent addition for collectors, military historians, and artillery enthusiasts seeking a pristine example of vintage artillery equipment.
Product Details:
Condition: New Old Stock is unused and in very good condition, with light surface rust.
Function: Designed for calculating artillery firing solutions, including azimuth and range adjustments
Collector’s Appeal: Perfect for military collectors, historians, and those interested in artillery technology and WWII-era military strategy tools
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