rotator beacon

[gimpyrobb]

I was given a beacon that I plan on using as a convoy light. I have been told this was from when the military played "lazer tag". Its a pretty cool little mount. First time I have run across one.

 

[wreckerman893]

That looks like a MILES beacon......used on vehicles to denote a "kill" when hit by a lazer from another vehicle or crew served weapon. It is supposed to have an amber (I think) cover on it.

The Multiple Integrated Laser Engagement System or MILES is used by the US military and other armed forces around the world for training purposes. It uses lasers and blank cartridges to simulate actual battle.

Coincidentally, MILES is also the Latin word for soldier.

 

[popacom]

From what I remember,the early ones used the "Universal" mounting kit
with rotators,and the later used more "Vehicle specific" mounts as WM 's
pics illustrate and the strobepack with guard as in WM's post.
popacom / BILL in Ky.

 

[popacom]

P.S. to my last post>>>>I will bring you the rotators and pieces
parts that I have when we hook up next Sir Gimpagin. popacom

 

[Jimma]

I am looking for a convoy light. Has anyone seen any for sale lately?

 

[gimpyrobb]

Thanks Bill, I worked on this one for a couple hours and it is rusted pats resurrection. I did get all the bolts free, so the mount is good!

 

[319]

Did I miss something? Was that beacon on the passenger side of your truck at Haspin?

 

[DieselBob]

I am looking for a convoy light. Has anyone seen any for sale lately?

TNJMurray has a kit listed on their site.

CONVOY LIGHT KIT | All M Series Vehicles | Military Vehicles For Sale | Military Trucks For Sale | M35 A2 | 5 Ton | M151 A1 A2 | Surplus Parts - TNJ Murray

 

[kipman]