Thread: Tank Hatches
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Old 09-02-2022, 05:11 AM
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Originally Posted by .45cultist View Post
A Thermite grenade or two and tape or sandbags might open a hatch, if the crew doesn't use the muzzle blast of the 120MM to injure or kill the attackers.
I read somewhere it could be lethal up to 60 feet away.
When I was on active duty (the 70s-80s) I only saw thermite grenades at one point. They simply are not that common an issue.
You'd have better luck with a satchel charge and several sandbags, but the best effect you might get is dislodging the coupla, maybe.
Your best bet would most likely be to use a LAW or RPG and hit the hatch from above and allow the jet to wreck havoc on the crew.
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