Author: Terry Gander
Publisher: Pen and Sword
ISBN: 1783462027
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
The 40mm Bofors Gun, first produced in the 1930s, has become one of the most famous artillery pieces of all time. It shows no sign of fading from the defence scene even though, in the second decade of the twenty-first century, it performs in many roles that were not contemplated by its original designers. It has also proved to be so versatile that it is now allied to electronic and other technological marvels that were mere pipe dreams only a few years ago. When the Bofors entered the international defence market, its primary quarry, the military aircraft, was still a slow and fragile machine that could be terminally damaged by a single hit from a 40mm projectile. Terry Gander describes this early period in the gun's development and he shows how, despite recent?increases in target speed and other performance parameters, it can still inflict a one-hit kill on almost any aircraft, helicopter?or guided missile. Perhaps the most astonishing aspect of the story is that the fundamentals of today's Bofors guns remain virtually unchanged from the very first examples to come off the Karlskoga production line in Sweden. In all its forms, the Bofors continues to be a sound, reliable and lethal piece of military hardware that has given good service to gunners all over the world.?Terry Gander's comprehensive account of the history of this remarkable weapon over the course of almost eighty years is fascinating?reading and an invaluable work of reference for military historians and artillery specialists alike. It is the definitive work in the field.??As featured on BBC Radio Guernsey.
The Bofors Gun
Author: Terry Gander
Publisher: Pen and Sword
ISBN: 1783462027
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
The 40mm Bofors Gun, first produced in the 1930s, has become one of the most famous artillery pieces of all time. It shows no sign of fading from the defence scene even though, in the second decade of the twenty-first century, it performs in many roles that were not contemplated by its original designers. It has also proved to be so versatile that it is now allied to electronic and other technological marvels that were mere pipe dreams only a few years ago. When the Bofors entered the international defence market, its primary quarry, the military aircraft, was still a slow and fragile machine that could be terminally damaged by a single hit from a 40mm projectile. Terry Gander describes this early period in the gun's development and he shows how, despite recent?increases in target speed and other performance parameters, it can still inflict a one-hit kill on almost any aircraft, helicopter?or guided missile. Perhaps the most astonishing aspect of the story is that the fundamentals of today's Bofors guns remain virtually unchanged from the very first examples to come off the Karlskoga production line in Sweden. In all its forms, the Bofors continues to be a sound, reliable and lethal piece of military hardware that has given good service to gunners all over the world.?Terry Gander's comprehensive account of the history of this remarkable weapon over the course of almost eighty years is fascinating?reading and an invaluable work of reference for military historians and artillery specialists alike. It is the definitive work in the field.??As featured on BBC Radio Guernsey.
Publisher: Pen and Sword
ISBN: 1783462027
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 277
Book Description
The 40mm Bofors Gun, first produced in the 1930s, has become one of the most famous artillery pieces of all time. It shows no sign of fading from the defence scene even though, in the second decade of the twenty-first century, it performs in many roles that were not contemplated by its original designers. It has also proved to be so versatile that it is now allied to electronic and other technological marvels that were mere pipe dreams only a few years ago. When the Bofors entered the international defence market, its primary quarry, the military aircraft, was still a slow and fragile machine that could be terminally damaged by a single hit from a 40mm projectile. Terry Gander describes this early period in the gun's development and he shows how, despite recent?increases in target speed and other performance parameters, it can still inflict a one-hit kill on almost any aircraft, helicopter?or guided missile. Perhaps the most astonishing aspect of the story is that the fundamentals of today's Bofors guns remain virtually unchanged from the very first examples to come off the Karlskoga production line in Sweden. In all its forms, the Bofors continues to be a sound, reliable and lethal piece of military hardware that has given good service to gunners all over the world.?Terry Gander's comprehensive account of the history of this remarkable weapon over the course of almost eighty years is fascinating?reading and an invaluable work of reference for military historians and artillery specialists alike. It is the definitive work in the field.??As featured on BBC Radio Guernsey.
How the Bofors Affair Transformed India, 1989-1999
Author: M. Mayadas
Publisher: Lancer Publishers
ISBN: 9781897829646
Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
On the last 15 years of Indian history with special reference to the selection of Bofors gun deal.
Publisher: Lancer Publishers
ISBN: 9781897829646
Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 102
Book Description
On the last 15 years of Indian history with special reference to the selection of Bofors gun deal.
Woldman's Engineering Alloys
Author: John P. Frick
Publisher: ASM International
ISBN: 0871706911
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 1369
Book Description
Annotation New edition of a reference that presents the values of properties typical for the most common alloy processing conditions, thus providing a starting point in the search for a suitable material that will allow, with proper use, all the necessary design limitations to be met (strength, toughness, corrosion resistance and electronic properties, etc.) The data is arranged alphabetically and contains information on the manufacturer, the properties of the alloy, and in some cases its use. The volume includes 32 tables that present such information as densities, chemical elements and symbols, physical constants, conversion factors, specification requirements, and compositions of various alloys and metals. Also contains a section on manufacturer listings with contact information. Edited by Frick, a professional engineering consultant. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
Publisher: ASM International
ISBN: 0871706911
Category : Technology & Engineering
Languages : en
Pages : 1369
Book Description
Annotation New edition of a reference that presents the values of properties typical for the most common alloy processing conditions, thus providing a starting point in the search for a suitable material that will allow, with proper use, all the necessary design limitations to be met (strength, toughness, corrosion resistance and electronic properties, etc.) The data is arranged alphabetically and contains information on the manufacturer, the properties of the alloy, and in some cases its use. The volume includes 32 tables that present such information as densities, chemical elements and symbols, physical constants, conversion factors, specification requirements, and compositions of various alloys and metals. Also contains a section on manufacturer listings with contact information. Edited by Frick, a professional engineering consultant. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
Bofors
Author: Bofors Aktiebolaget
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arms transfers
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Arms transfers
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Bofors
Author: Chitra Subramaniam
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
Bofors, the Ambassador's Evidence
Author: B. M. Oza
Publisher: Konark Publishers Pvt, Limited
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The alleged malpractice in supplying Howitzer guns to the government of India, by Bofors Company in Sweden; factual information about the investigation into the scandal in 1987, by the then Indian ambassador to Sweden.
Publisher: Konark Publishers Pvt, Limited
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
The alleged malpractice in supplying Howitzer guns to the government of India, by Bofors Company in Sweden; factual information about the investigation into the scandal in 1987, by the then Indian ambassador to Sweden.
Joint Committee to Enquire Into Bofors Contract
Author: India. Parliament. Joint Committee to Enquire into Bofors Contract
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Report of a committee to enquire into issues relating to the Bofor's contract to supply 155 mm Howitzer guns to India from Sweden.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Report of a committee to enquire into issues relating to the Bofor's contract to supply 155 mm Howitzer guns to India from Sweden.
Bofors, the Unfinished Story
Author:
Publisher:
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Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 192
Book Description
CAG Report on Bofors Deal and Lok Sabha Resignations
Author:
Publisher:
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Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Howitzers
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Bofors, the Selling of a Nation
Author: Prashant Bhushan
Publisher:
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Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 284
Book Description