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MANTLET [1 record]

Record 1 2023-11-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Bodywork and Framework (Motor Vehicles)
  • Armour
DEF

An oscillating armoured shield in the front of a turret through which the main armament and coax protrude.

OBS

A mantelet supports the cradle and is supported by the trunnions.

OBS

mantelet; mantlet: designations and definition officially approved by the Army Terminology Panel.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Carrosserie, caisse et châssis (Véhicules automobiles)
  • Arme blindée
DEF

Plaque de blindage oscillante placée à l'avant de la tourelle et munie d'ouvertures permettant le pointage du canon et de la mitrailleuse coaxiale.

OBS

Le bouclier supporte le berceau et est supporté par les tourillons.

OBS

bouclier : désignation et définition uniformisées par le Groupe d'experts en terminologie de l'Armée de terre; désignation uniformisée par le Comité de terminologie française du Conseil de doctrine et de tactique de l'Armée de terre.

Spanish

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