Chevrolet 2 Pounder Portee

During the North African campaign it was found that towing 2 Pounders over long distances damaged the weapons. In 1941 the British started to mount their 2 Pounders on trucks. Although intended only as transport, the weapon was supposed to be unloaded for firing, crews found it quicker to fir the gun from the truck. This increased mobility but lead to vehicles being reversed into action. This offered more crew protection from the 2 Pounders gun shield.

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