~ Dorsal Gun Turret From Avro Lincoln Bomber Plane ~
An original dorsal gun turret from an Avro Lincoln bomber plane, of plastic and metal construction.
The Avro Type 694 Lincoln was a British four-engined heavy bomber, which first flew on 9 June 1944.
The Lincoln was deployed on operations during the 1950s. RAF squadrons equipped with the type fought against guerrilla fighters during the Mau Mau Uprising in Kenya; the RAF and the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) also operated the Lincoln during the Malayan Emergency. The type also saw significant peacetime service with the RAF, RAAF and the Argentine Air Force. Lincolns were also operated in civil aviation, including use as aerial test beds for aero-engine research.
The Avro was retired by the RAF in 1963 but continued in use with the Argentine Air Force until 1967.
~ Dimensions ~
The turret has a width of 117cm (46 inches), a depth of 104cm (41 inches) and a height of 66cm (26 inches).
~ Condition~
The turret has general wear and tear commensurate with age, but the dome is not cracked and overall is in decent condition. Please see images for further detail.
~ Postage ~
Due to the size of the item collection in person is preferred though courier service within the UK could be arranged at buyers cost.
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