| Accession Number | REL34046 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Optical equipment |
| Physical description | Aluminium, Iron, Rubber |
| Maker |
United Scientific Instruments plc |
| Place made | United Kingdom |
| Date made | 1988 |
| Conflict |
Gulf War, 1990-1991 Period 2000-2009 Period 1990-1999 Iraq, 2003-2013 |
L9A1 (SUSAT) Sight Unit Small Arms Trilux
Description
L9A1 (SUSAT) Sight Unit Small Arms Trilux made from a one piece, pressure diecast aluminium body. The sight body is screwed onto an aluminium dovetailed sight base that has screw adjustments for windage and elevation. The sight has 4 x power magnification and has a vertical post reticle. Auxiliary fixed iron sights are located over the sight body. A rubber eyepiece is attached to the occular lens. The sight unit has an anodized black colour. Markings - 126777; AVL; 1988; 1240-99-967-0474. Sight base - 12600-01.
History / Summary
The L9A1 SUSAT sight was developed for the British Army to realise the full capabilities of the 5.56 mm L85A1 individual weapon in service with the British Army.