Yossarian
Forum Resistance Leader
Evening, now although this question can be seen in a broader scope of any type of vehicle, military or other wise.
But my question is welded hull construction vs. cast. Now I do realize most modern tracked vehicles are welded. But back in the early 20 century this was not the case.
I am not really asking about an cast or welded hull's ability to deal with battle damage but moreover the service life from everyday heavy usage and wear and tear on the vehicle. One question in particular on a cast hull if the hull is cracked for some reason how do you repair it?
Repairs on hull damage on a welded vehicle seems more obvious. But I was always curious about the integrity of cast vehicles. If you crack the hull is that it? Or is a repair method to save wasting a whole vehicle?
Thanks again,
-Yo.
But my question is welded hull construction vs. cast. Now I do realize most modern tracked vehicles are welded. But back in the early 20 century this was not the case.
I am not really asking about an cast or welded hull's ability to deal with battle damage but moreover the service life from everyday heavy usage and wear and tear on the vehicle. One question in particular on a cast hull if the hull is cracked for some reason how do you repair it?
Repairs on hull damage on a welded vehicle seems more obvious. But I was always curious about the integrity of cast vehicles. If you crack the hull is that it? Or is a repair method to save wasting a whole vehicle?
Thanks again,
-Yo.