HL Sherman aerial / antenna position

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HL Sherman aerial / antenna position

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Does HL have it correct? Or am I moving another antenna?

Thx.
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Yes, it is.
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Good. Thx.
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As best as I understand, in WWII the Shermans and many other US vehicles used a 9 foot antenna on an MB-48 mast. (I have one on order for my T26E3 Pershing.) If you are in the mood to spend a bit of dough, check for an M48 antenna mount that looks like this.

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Here's a possible source: https://andyshhq.com/products/aber-1605 ... tenna-base A search of the internet under "Aber MB-48 Antenna" should yield more sources.
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Re: HL Sherman aerial / antenna position

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Thx Lt. Professor.

Probably not going to purchase this item.

Just moved 3 antennas. Now I'm removing the metal stumps that don't belong.
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