| Accession Number | REL45806 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Technology |
| Physical description | Brass, Cotton webbing, Leather, Metal |
| Maker |
P & G Ltd. |
| Place made | Australia: Victoria, Melbourne |
| Date made | 1943 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Carrying harness for 3 inch mortar bipod mounting
Description
Khaki cotton webbing Number 3 carrying harness for the 3 inch mortar. Harness comprises a shoulder pad with a reinforced stiffening plate inside a lined cover on a sling. One end of the sling has a four part buckle system and the other is comprised of a swivel spring clip. The harness stamped with 'HNS MTR No3 P&G LTD 1943'.
History / Summary
Example of the type of mortar carrying equipment used by a mortar crew. The 3 inch mortar could be divided into three major sections for man transport. Number 3 harness was designed to carry the bipod mounting component.