British two-bomb trolley

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Accession Number REL/04811
Collection type Technology
Object type Vehicle
Physical description Metal; Brass; Rubber
Place made United Kingdom
Date made c 1939-1945
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Description

Low-slung, four wheeled trolley consisting of a central pole to which are attached bomb cradles. Suitable for transporting two bombs of up to 1,000 pounds each. The front wheels are steerable.

History / Summary

This type of trolley could carry two bombs and was towed to RAF bomber aircraft by an airfield tractor such as the David Brown.