While aircrafts are the main workhorses of aerial reconnaissance, aplenty logistical support is required to conduct a whole mission.
Following are some pictures of a ‘dark room‘ car manufactured by Volkswagen in the 1960s.
Usage
The vehicle was part of the preparation unit at all reconaissance bases and used by the soldiers in the camera section.
In the rear compartment there is space for loaded camera casettes for 2 SF 37 and 2 SH 37 aircrafts, ladder, cleaning kit and necessary tools. There was also a telephone and a light lock for exchange of casettes.
The car was generally loaded for a 24 hr mission cycle. It was also used to transport the films between the aircraft and the platoon.
Equipment
No. of cylinders: 4
Combustion: diesel.
Webasto heater (transport mode) Electrical heater (parking mode)
Base radio
Charging equipment.
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