Instructions for Mounting Using, and Caring for Disappearing Carriage: L. F., Model of 1905 MII and 6-Inch Guns Models of 1905 and 1908 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

United States Army Ordnance Department

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266249310 ISBN 13: 9780266249313

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A detailed guide to mounting, using, and caring for the disappearing carriage designed for the 1905 and 1908 6-inch guns.

It explains how the emplacement and carriage are built, how the mechanism moves, and how to keep it in good working order.

The book covers the general description of the emplacement and carriage, key parts and their roles, and practical care practices. It emphasizes safety and proper maintenance to ensure reliable operation during drills and service.

• How the emplacement and carriage are constructed, including the base ring, traversing rollers, and azimuth system.
• How the recoil, counterweight, and elevating systems work together to return the gun to firing position.
• Step‑by‑step maintenance routines for cleaning, lubricating, packing stuffing boxes, and checking fittings.
• Procedures for removing, inspecting, and reassembling components to keep the carriage ready for use.

Ideal for readers interested in military engineering, artillery history, and practical maintenance of complex weapon systems.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266249310
• ISBN 13: 9780266249313
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 68