In technical vehicle manuals, the mounting of the Besa (often hydraulically buffered to absorb recoil inside the turret) was a focal point of the design. As a "coaxial" weapon (mounted next to the main gun), the Besa was the workhorse.
Always verify the exact thread type (metric/imperial) and spigot diameter with your current equipment, as BESA produces variations for different regional standards. For safety-critical rigging, consult the official TR6 load rating and inspect the unit before each use. besa tr6
Consequently, the Besa (in its vehicle mount) carried the burden of engaging soft targets. It was the only way a Matilda commander could flush out a German 88mm gun crew before the tank was destroyed. In technical vehicle manuals, the mounting of the
The gun was chambered in the standard British .303 British rimmed cartridge. While this necessitated a slightly more complex feed mechanism compared to rimless cartridges, it simplified logistics, as tankers could share ammunition with the standard infantry Lee-Enfield rifles and Vickers guns. For safety-critical rigging, consult the official TR6 load
While "TR6" is often a source of confusion (sometimes conflated with the post-war Triumph sports car), in the context of military weaponry, it refers to the specific vehicular mounting and operating system for the Besa machine gun. This review examines the Besa machine gun system as the mainstay secondary armament and primary infantry support weapon for British armor from 1939 through the North African and Italian campaigns.
: Covers hydraulic testing (liquids) and pneumatic testing (air/inert gas) for both metal and plastic pipe systems.
The full guide is available through BESA Publications and serves as a fundamental "good practice" reference to prevent system failures and water damage in non-domestic buildings. TR/6 Site Pressure Testing Of Pipework - BESA Publications
