Hi All,
continuing my CAC Wirraway research… looking into the target towing conversions now. More than 50 Wirraways were converted for target towing in late 1944.
They were fitted with the Type “D” winch, which I understand was a standard RAF winch. Does anyone have photos or access to technical data, dimensions, manuals, etc?
Regards,
Derek
By: No.2 A.A.C.U. - 18th September 2012 at 21:18
Derek,
I gave you some ‘bum’ information the Type D was just a triple drum and brake arrangement suitable for machine gun practice. The Type E introduced the electric motor to retrieve the cable. However PM me your e-mail addy and I will send over a scan of what I have from AP1492.
Kind regards,
Tim
By: No.2 A.A.C.U. - 18th September 2012 at 08:26
Hello Derek,
The Type D was an electric triple drum winch which was replaced in service by the Type E. Should have something on the D but will not be able to access my files until this evening.
Regards,
Tim
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