Fuel Quantity Indicator, F8F Bearcat, GE Type 8DJ-21, 180 Gal, R88-I-2024 US Navy PB2Y Coronado B-25 and others

B-25 and others

Oxygen Pressure

made by Sperry PN 672740 as a "fast-erecting" gyro (as it fast as it could be in the early 1950's)

000 inches

The center knob "Autopilot" rotates and centers on a detent

Fuel Quantity Indicator, F8F Bearcat, GE Type 8DJ-21, 180 Gal, R88-I-2024 US Navy PB2Y Coronado B-25 and othersHere is a Fuel Quantity Indicator as used in the US Navy Grumman F8F Bearcat fighter. The part number and stock numbers are confirmed in the F8F Erection and Maintenance Manual dated 1948. Measures 2. 25in diameter and ~ 2. 75in deep. The stock number and the USN anchor symbol are stamped in yellow on the side of the casing. It is in exceptional condition given its age. The dial markings are clear and the glass and case are intact.