USAAF SCR-578 Gibson Girl Radio, Hand Powered Emergency Transmitter, BC-778-D *Good*
USAAF SCR-578 Gibson Girl Radio, Hand Powered Emergency Transmitter, BC-778-D *Good* condition.
Sold Individually.
This is an original WW2 dated SCR-578 transmitter radio.
Complete with transmitter, hand crank, antenna & reel, ground wire, and antenna kite.
Designed for use in a life raft or small boat, enabling rescue crews to locate survivors of ship or aircraft emergencies.
The internal generator is operated by the hand crank, while held between the knees.
Shows some sings of wear, grime, cracked glass, etc...
Original part #: BC-778D
USAAF SCR-578 Gibson Girl Radio, Hand Powered Emergency Transmitter, BC-778-D *Good* condition.
Sold Individually.
Great accessory parts for your collection!
This is an original WWII dated SCR-578 transmitter radio.
Complete with transmitter, hand crank, antenna & reel, ground wire, and antenna kite.
Designed for use in a life raft or small boat, enabling rescue crews to locate survivors of ship or aircraft emergencies.
The internal generator is operated by the hand crank, while held between the knees.
We cranked this up and it puts out 24VDC on the signal lamp connector, power indicator glows.
Shows some sings of wear, grime, cracked glass, etc...
Original part #: BC-778D
| SKU | SPCL-20072-OF |
|---|---|
| Weight | 14.700000 |
| Length (Dimension) | 8.5 |
| Height (Dimension) | 10 |
| Width (Dimension) | 9.5 |
| Country of Manufacture | United States |
| Finish | Painted |
| Manufacturer | U.S.G.I. |
| Condition | Good |
| Color | Yellow |
| Condition | Good |
