Hoffman Device?

Anyone know if the hoffman device was EVER used on an M1A2 or A1???

I used the Hoffman on M1A1s, its just a simulator

Yes, Hoffman’s are used on M1A1 and M1A2 tanks. The Hoffman Device is used with the MILES training system. When you simulate firing the tank, the Hoffman fires a blank charge that replicates the firing of the main gun with a report (boom), flash and smoke. It is pretty effective. There are at least two types. The original one clamped onto the barrel and can be found in Tamiya’s Old US Equipment set. The newer version attaches to the top of the mantlet, behind and above the barrel. It can be found in Trumpeter M1 kits.