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By: - 16th March 2016 at 16:45 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
For reference, Bob:
The K-24 camera had two basic functions: night aerial reconnaissance and orientation, or verifying a bomber's position over a target when a bomb is released.
The K-24 was used mostly in B-17s, B-24s, B-25s, and B-29s; but also in USAAF PRU Spitfires, North American F-6s (modified P-51s), and Canadian-built De Havilland F-8s (modified Mosquitoes).
There are two types:
the hand-held manual version, and the electrically-operated one.
Tech Info:
USAAF Eastman Kodak K-24 Aerial Surveillance Camera.
Eastman Kodak Yellow spot, Aero-Ektar f2:5, 7in (178mm) Cloth focal plane 5x5 Lens.
Camera dimensions: 15"x 11"x10½".
Camera weight (with cables etc): 29 lbs.
The date code letters for USAAF 1940's military equipment correspond to 01234567890; therefore "EE" equals "44"... 1944.
A complete camera comprises:
1 body.
1 lens.
1 magazine.
3 curtain assemblies:
1 Exposure Curtain Assembly Type U7385. (1/450.)
1 Exposure Curtain Assembly Type U7397. (NIGHT.)
1 Exposure Curtain Assembly Type U7399. (1/150.)
2 electrical cables.
1 electrical connector and cable grip.
1 magazine cover plate.
1 rear lens cover. (The round plastic disc included is the rear lens cover.)
4 1lb bags of original contractor packing Silica Dessicant.
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By: - 17th March 2016 at 10:12 Permalink - Edited 1st January 1970 at 01:00
Thanks for the info windhover.
From what the owner has told me, it sounds as though it is just the camera that he has and it's the electrically operated type.
Also has RAF and USAAF ref numbers on it.
Bob T.
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By: sopwith.7f1 - 16th March 2016 at 14:25
I have been offered a K24 camera which I believe was fitted to such types as the Mustang, amongst others.
Does anyone have a use for it ? as it's not really my thing ?.
I'll try to get some more details if anyone is interested.
If I acquire It, I would be looking to exchange for items I need, or possibly sell it on.
Bob T.