Sombrero Flame Thrower (Nov, 1953)
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Source: Popular Mechanics ( More articles from this issue )
Issue: Nov, 1953
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Source: Popular Mechanics ( More articles from this issue )
Issue: Nov, 1953
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Britain Demonstrates “Sombrero” Flame Thrower
Dubbed the “ack-pack,” Britain’s new flame thrower has an odd-shaped fuel tank that looks like a Mexican sombrero strapped to the soldier’s back. The weapon is shorter than most flame throwers of previous design. A length of flexible hose connects the fuel tank with the gun.
