Summary: General publicity film illustrating the possible military applications of the SRN6 hovercraft.
Description: After a preamble, the controls of the SRN6 are demonstrated, and the hovercraft is seen crossing differing terrain. "Scramble" trial with 200 Squadron RCT at their home base. Ship-to-shore operation: beach assaults with SRN6. The SRN6 Mk 5 - cargo carrying version - specification and shots. SRN6 with special fenders for anti-smuggling work. Suggested weapons are shown on a model - SS12 wire guided missiles - "a new concept in defence flexibility".
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Colour:Colour
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Object_Number:PME 267
Sound:Sound
Access Conditions:To be established
Featured Period:1946-1975
Production Date:1972
Production Country: GB
Production Details: British Hovercraft Corporation (Production sponsor)