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Old 09-08-2011, 09:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Raellus View Post
Also, I'm sure I've seen some commanders' turret covers that lock into a kind of intermediate position where it's down enough to provide cover from arty airbursts but still leaves a small opening for 360 degree viewing.
The Australian M113s have exactly that on the commanders turret although it's hinged at the rear so would probably only allow about 300 degrees. Could probably just turn the turret a little to get that last bit...
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