| Accession Number | REL38048 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Vehicle |
| Physical description | Paint, Rubber, Steel |
| Maker |
Joseph Peitz |
| Place made | Germany |
| Date made | 1985 |
| Conflict |
Period 1970-1979 Period 1990-1999 Period 1980-1989 |
Kitchen Field Mobile (KFM) Cooker
Description
This Kitchen Field Mobile (KFM) is an all metal mobile field kitchen based on a modified NATO British pattern single axle box trailer. The chasis and tow bar are made from steel. The running gear has two pneumatic tyres, mechanical brakes and electrical running lights for road haulage. There are four extendable leg supports to steady the trailer when in use. The vehicle is painted in three tone camouflage featuring matt black, green and brown. Markings - NUMBER PLATE - 42-822; INSPECTION PLATE - KFM LIGHT; CAPO NO V112262. SERIAL NUMBER AUST/KFM 112; MODEL NUMBER AV 84; DELIVERED 3/85 (BROAD ARROW). ZD 160 AUSF 12.
History / Summary
The Kitchen Field Mobile (KFM) trailer cooker unit was issued to Australian Army units during the 1970s to 1990s and was the standard light cooker unit employed in field operations. This Kitchen Field Mobile (KFM) is an all metal mobile field kitchen based on a modified NATO British pattern single axle box trailer. The chasis and tow bar were manufactured in Germany. The cooking equipment was modified in Australia to suit local requirements by Malaura Pty Ltd Parramatta NSW.