"Kirov Experiments, June 1941 " Topic
3 Posts
All members in good standing are free to post here. Opinions expressed here are solely those of the posters, and have not been cleared with nor are they endorsed by The Miniatures Page.
Please do not use bad language on the forums.
For more information, see the TMP FAQ.
Back to the WWII Discussion Message Board
Areas of InterestWorld War Two on the Land
Featured Hobby News Article
Featured Link
Top-Rated Ruleset
Featured Showcase Article Do you recognize this set?
Featured Profile Article Paul Glasser reports on the debut of Axis and Allies: Guadalcanal and the North African expansion.
|
| Tango01 | 27 Apr 2017 12:46 p.m. PST |
Of possible interest? "Report on completion of experimental works on armoured vehicles from May 20th, 1941, to June 20th, 1941
Object 220 (KV-3 base)
As of June 20th, the tank traveled 1979 km in total, 584 km after reassembly. The 850 hp V-2SN engine #2(1193-03) installed on May 30th worked for 27 h. 21 m. During trials, the following defects were discovered:
1.3 sets of exhaust collectors burned up over the course of 284 km.
2.4 final drive ferodo ribbons burned up. Cause: improper installation and adjustment.
As of June 12th, the existing defects are:
1.The second road wheel rim on the right cracked and is flaking.
2.The rims of the 4th and 5th road wheels on the right were bent.
3.The rims of all road wheels on the left were bent.
4.The ignition fork is worn out by 2 mm.
5.The rubber on road wheels 2, 3, 4, and 5 on the right, 5 on the left, is loose.
6.The right final drive broke down. Upon disassembly, it was discovered that:
1.The were destroyed: row ball bearings x2, roller bearings x1, conical ball bearings x1.
2.The leading gear has worn down by 6 mm and shows signs of heat damage…"
Main page
link
Amicalement
Armand |
| goragrad | 29 Apr 2017 1:05 p.m. PST |
|
| Tango01 | 29 Apr 2017 10:48 p.m. PST |
Glad you enjoyed it my friend!.
Amicalement
Armand
|
|
