Looking at the continuing evolution of Bradley, & trying to understand the nuances between variants.
First up, tracks. The current, dual-pin track is the T-161. From what I’ve read, there’s the “Big Foot” & the original. My question: what are the “T” numbers for these tracks e.g., T-1xx & T-1yy?
Second, Bradley Reactive Armor Tiles. The original BRAT/BUSK had M3, M4, M5, M6, & M7 tiles.
Later Bradleys are fitted with another row of uniquely-shaped tiles below the M5 tiles, in front of the road wheels.
My question: what is the “M” designation of these tiles?
Thanks!
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The original, triangle block tracks were T157. The square block “Bigfoot” tracks were T157I (Improved).
No idea on the lower BRAT.
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My guess is that the M designation will refer to where the specific-shaped ERA tile is located on the vehicle.
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A guide to US track types, didn’t have access to it earlier.
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Ah! Connie Rod… My favorite comic book gal from the PS magazine.
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Thanks, Gino. Sad to see PS magazine die last year.
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I’ve been looking for half decent dimensioned drawings of the Bradley online. The only one I can find is this Russian one:
I’m not interested in protection levels, just some dimensions & angles, even something simple like what’s visible here:
Any pointers?
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I’ve got the M2/3 transportability guidance TM that gives basic overall dimensions , I’ll dig it out this evening.
Hunnicuts book on the Bradley is worth getting as well. In my view it’s the best of the series as it includes sections on 3 production series of vehicles, M113, Bradley , and AMTRAC. I’ve never been much interested in experimental or test vehicles and the other books in the series are a bit heavy on that.
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Thank you! That’s incredibly helpful. Appreciated.
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they are great books i have the Abrams and Sherman in print mind you the original 1999 copywrite not the low quality reprints and as a ebook
firepower history the a American heavy tank
Pershing
Patton
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