Hoffman tank gunfire simulator
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The Hoffman tank gunfire simulator is a device attached to a tank gun
. It is made up of several fluted tubes, which create plumes of smoke, simulating qualities of firing a gun.
In early 2004, several Hoffman devices were reported as malfunctioning, and were recalled. These malfunctions included the devices discharging during maintenance, resulting in injury to personnel.
Tank gun
A tank gun is the main armament of a tank. Modern tank guns are large-caliber high-velocity guns, capable of firing kinetic energy penetrators, high explosive anti-tank rounds, and in some cases guided missiles. Anti-aircraft guns can also be mounted to tanks.-Overview:Tank guns are a specific...
. It is made up of several fluted tubes, which create plumes of smoke, simulating qualities of firing a gun.
In early 2004, several Hoffman devices were reported as malfunctioning, and were recalled. These malfunctions included the devices discharging during maintenance, resulting in injury to personnel.