This gun has a maximum elevation of about 75 degrees,
while its operation and mechanism are similar to those of the
unprotected weapon.
The vehicle itself is practically identical with the armoured
motor-car, which has played such an important part during the
present campaign, the driver being protected by a bullet-proof
steel screen similar in design to the ordinary glass wind-screen
fitted to touring automobiles. This is carried sufficiently high
to offer complete protection to his head when seated at the
wheel, while through a small orifice in this shield he is able to
obtain a clear view of the road. The engine and its vital parts
are also adequately protected. The ammunition is carried in a
cupboard-like recess forming part of the driver's seat, encased
in bullet-proof steel sheeting with flap-doors. This device
enables the shells to be withdrawn readily from the side of the
car and passed to the crew within the turret. The caisson is of
sufficient dimensions to receive 69 shells.
The Ehrhardt airship fighting ordnance is similarly adapted to
motor-car operations, one type being especially powerful.
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