| Accession Number | REL34047 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Optical equipment |
| Physical description | Aluminium, Rubber, Steel |
| Maker |
Avimo Ltd |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England, Greater London, London |
| Date made | 1976 |
| Conflict |
Period 1970-1979 Period 1980-1989 |
L2A2 (SUIT) Sight Unitary Infantry Trilux
Description
L2A2 (SUIT) Sight Unitary Infantry Trilux made from a one piece, pressure diecast aluminium body. The sight body can be directly attached to a dovetail rail mounted on a firearm. The sight has 4 x power magnification and has a vertical post reticle. There is a rubber eyepiece attached to the occular lens. The sight unit has an anodized black colour. Markings - L2A2; 1976 (BROAD ARROW CYPHER); AVL; 1240-99-964-7647; 11009
History / Summary
The L2A2 (SUIT) sight was developed for the British Army to improve the infantryman's night fighting capability and to assist target identification at long range in daylight and in poor light conditions.