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Quad Flak Gun Normandy Version w/Figures
This is a set from Thomas Gunn Miniatures WWII American series. The Maxon M45 power
turret mounted four .50 calibre Browning M2 heavy barrel machine guns - this was the famous quad
fifty. The multiple machine guns excelled in duels with aircraft flying up to 1,500 feet, and also provided AA fire units
with local defence against ground attack or infiltration. In its secondary role of engaging ground troops, the
quad fifty was evaluated post-war as "vicious and effective" when facing light armoured vehicles and
enemy infantry. The reputation the weapon gained in World War II kept the quad mounts in America's wars up to and including
Vietnam. The Quad turret could be mounted on a half track or on one of 2 trailers. Thomas Gunn's model is the later M55
version. Issued mainly to Airborne Anti Aircraft (AAA) units the M55 version also found its way into other GI
units because of its effectiveness against air and ground targets. Available in 2 versions with 150 of each available in Normandy
or a BOB colour scheme and will full rotate and elevate. The 81st AAA Battalion were issued the Quad 50 and were
an organic part of the 101st Airborne Division . Thomas Gunn's model therefore comes with a gunner and a rookie officer
(wearing his trench coat) from the 101st scanning the sky's for the Luftwaffe.
Item #ATW002A
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