WWII US Navy CBY-46104 aircraft radio receiver by Aircraft Radio Corporation, 1942

WWII US Navy CBY-46104 Aircraft Radio Receiver 1942

£119.99
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WWII US Navy CBY-46104 aircraft radio receiver by Aircraft Radio Corporation, 1942

WWII US Navy CBY-46104 Aircraft Radio Receiver 1942

£119.99

A substantial and highly displayable piece of original wartime aviation communications equipment, ideal for a WWII, US Navy, military radio or aviation collection.

Details

  • Type: CBY-46104
  • Equipment: Aircraft Radio Receiver
  • Manufacturer: Aircraft Radio Corporation
  • Contracted for: Navy Department – Bureau of Ships
  • Country: USA
  • Period: WWII
  • Release marking: July 1942
  • Frequency: 1.5–3.0 Mc / MHz
  • Weight stated on plate: 6.0 lbs
  • Valve radio receiver
  • Original military identification plate
  • Approx. length: 30cm
  • Approx. width: 12cm
  • Approx. height: 14cm
  • Untested 

Condition

Untested and sold as a collectable/restoration piece.

Plenty of marks and signs of age/use throughout, including scratches, scuffs, paint loss, tarnishing, surface corrosion in places, dirt and general grubbiness.

The front control/knob area has what appears to be burning/heat damage. There are aged wires/cables present, and the unit may have missing, replaced or modified components.

The top cover has been removed for the photographs to show the internal components.

No attempt has been made to power up or test the receiver and no guarantee of electrical operation is given. Due to its age, it should be professionally inspected before any attempt is made to operate it.

Please study all photographs carefully for completeness and exact condition.

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