Wooden-hulled, 80 feet long with a 20-foot, 8-inch beam, the Elco PT boats had three 12-cylinder Packard gasoline engines generating a total of 4,500 horsepower for a designed speed of 41 knots. 77' Elco Motor Torpedo Boat PT-20 participated in the Battle of Midway PT-21 participated in the Battle of Midway PT-22 participated in the Battle of Midway PT-23 aborted voyage to Midway Atoll due to broken crankshaft PT-25 participated in the Battle of Midway Dry them out and put on dry footwear. Higgins PT boats were sent to Russia and Britain at the start of WW2 before the United States became directly involved. They can be transported to any location in a short period of time. Take care of it. Keep your vessel well painted. Don't forget to look under the lower deck plates. X in the Solomons effectively scared a Jap destroyer that was bearing down on a PT by using a depth charge. PT boats were the perfect weapons to act in the role of barge busters. Punch holes in them. When one lets down, one of the others has to take added strain and eventually weakens. The World War II Database is founded and managed by When the projectile and rocket motor are separated, the rocket motor is non-propulsive and is only considered a fire hazard. Then you will know in times of action how to put tension on a magazine and how to blind load. Black Light: Is the only exposed light topside that is turned on during patrol. You may think the air is clear because you do not hear any transmissions, but, remember, they may be receiving you several hundred miles away where they may be making a strike. Not small punctures but gaping holes are the marks left on the enemy by this powerful shell. Traffic through the chart house should be held to a minimum. All three of these men were injured on previous patrols and were not on board when the PT-109 was sunk. The PT boats in Ron 27 carried out multiple missions, saw a lot of action, and suffered casualties. Website with searchable ship database about warships, passenger liners, merchant ships, photo galleries, technical details, stories, news and much more. Motor Torpedo Boats, Tactical Orders and Doctrine, 1942. If an engineer does not want to be a flaming torch of fire, he had better sniff the engine room for gas fumes before he starts the engines or any electrical apparatus in the engine room. Below decks is accessible through several other hatches. Small apertures in your lines occur usually at the joints and couplings. 2. Unload the magazine when returning to base. A PT is the fastest warship afloat. (jg.) Cleaning and light oiling of the barrel and block are all the servicing required. Squadron 22 was operating with the British Coastal Forces, and saw action along the northwest cost of Italy and southern coast of France. T.P.-16, Take Care of Your Ship's Salvage Equipment, Copyright 2013, Maritime Park Association. Have the first-aid kit topside or on the dock where you can get to it. Keep it clean; and dry it out every day. So do not depend on the term "line-of-sight" transmissions. The only heat on PT boats came from the stoves located in the galley, which was a small alcove off the crew's quarters. want to. Sun glasses. Jungle sores or ulcers are as dirty and uncomfortable as they sound. It is to be expected that they are aware of our approximate frequencies. When in use, be sure they are not in contact with sharp projections on the deck and protect them from chafing and puncture. 9. The 50 foot long 25 knot quarter inch thick aluminum hull Swift Boats had twin 50 caliber machine guns above the pilot house and a single 50 over an 81 mm mortar aft. Roll it up when stowing it, rather than creasing it, for creases make it crack and soon you have a leaky, uncomforting canopy. Many boats received ad-hoc refits at advanced bases, mounting such light guns as Army Air Forces 37mm aircraft guns and even Japanese 23mm guns. Your dividers are to pick off distances with and not to prick holes in the charts. Appoint a trustworthy lawyer or an intelligent trustworthy friend to take care of things which may come up during your absence (e. g. if you inherited property from a wealthy relative while across). Some are strung up like cripples and covered from head to foot with violet paint. PT-370 was a 70-foot Canadian boat and only four such boats were built. Take a sounding before dropping the hook (anchor). They've fired the imaginations of boaters young and old for decades. As long as you take care of it-it will take care of you. Don't forget, a cold drain tube is usually the best indication of a leaking fuel pump seal. All three of these men were injured on previous patrols and were not on board when the PT-109 was sunk. You have the best equipment available. There is a whole new world of fantastic beauty open to you a few feet below the water's surface. Dry them well-especially between the toes. 17. Page 394/395. E. L. COCHRANE, Thus, his theory of using PT boats for the defense of the Philippine Islands was never tested. Excessive heat is not good for this type of binocular, so keep them out of the sun. To keep meat, your refrigerator must be in top shape. Be sure to check website at www.savetheptboatinc.com. ), to the base or friendly shore. A screw thrown through your bottom will fill up your lazarette in short order. Lighter with flints and wicks. Don't forget, it is a fine weapon, but only the weapon, while you are the warrior who through your knowledge can make it a valuable asset. Hence, the many fingerprints often found there. They are few in number and easily understood. The PT-305 is the world's only fully restored combat-veteran PT boat in operation today. This is a plastic model kit of a 1/35 Scale Set of WWII German Front-Line Infantymen made by Tamiya. One of the most famous Elco boats was Lieutenant (jg) John F. Kennedy's PT-109, which was of an unique configuration; the PT boat the future President of the United States commanded carried a 37-mm single shot anti-tank gun on the fore deck, making his PT boat more so a gunboat than a torpedo boat. His rescue of his surviving crew, . Your feet must breathe. These accidents may be avoided by frequent dropping of dummy torpedoes from the racks, exercising of the racks with exercising cables which are being provided by the Bureau of Ordnance, and vigilant inspection and lubrication of all moving parts of the rack. (3d print model).- USA Officers and soldiers models on a pose mode.- Officer and sailors models of the Second World War. C. Peter Chen of Lava Development, LLC. Be sure all breakages in your bonding system are repaired. Panel Cover: A square piece of canvas which can be neatly rolled over the instruments to protect them from water and sunlight. 3. Useful thinking can earn you a rate. It aids you in night vision. 4. If wrench tight, the hand lever may jam. First know the launching gear. Day Room.-A large place which can accommodate four bunks easily, and another sack set up in the center temporarily. Later, floatplane bombs bracketed another PT boat and sent the 109 skittering away in frantic evasive maneuvers. It can be very embarrassing. Out of the companies that built prototypes for review, the Electric Launch Corporation ("Elco", a division of the Electric Boat Company), Higgins Industries, and Huckins Yacht Company won contracts, with Elco receiving the largest share of the overall contract. If the first round of torpedoes missed and the boat was not detected, the commanding officer of the boat might order his crew to maneuver stealthily and make a second attempt. A half-dozen army-style cots should be carried to accommodate sleepers topside. By the last patrol on the night of April 28, 1945, American PT boats had been fighting in the coastal waters of North Africa, Italy, and France for two years. 3. If it jams, Charge It, Charge It! If you have any irritation, growth, or pain go to sick bay. 6 shirts. A man standing. In either case, the training of the Higgins boat crew and the capabilities of their PT boats could mean the difference between life and death in a matter of minutes (as recounted in the dire JF Kennedy situation with this PT-109 ELCO boat). Nature does not grow new noses or new eyes or new fingers. 1943 WWII P Boat Restored. Chief, Bureau of Ships, ISSUED BY Two light coats are better than one heavy coat, and that goes double for the bottom paint, too. They know. Sure, it's a big word and it means plenty. Oil for cleaning can be either 2110 or 2190. It can have single or double barrels operation. This will stop the torpedo immediately. Gun.-This gun is so powerful that it has earned the name "cannon." CO2 Release: For the Lux fire-extinguishing system. He was 84. OCLC 16093618. 9. Percentage-wise, this made a high loss ratio, but with the US Navy's attitude that PT boats were expendable, the loss ratio could said to be low. It's like Emily Post in Reversia, or courtesy turned inside out. He may serve you breakfast in bed some morning. The Lux Hand trigger-release extinguisher can be used several times without loss from leakage. Swimming and fishing over the stern are great pastimes. The list follows, in the raw: 12 sets underwear. ww2dbaseWith that said, however, PT boats in WW2 were more often deployed against barges rather than warships, which explained why most boats were retrofitted with machine guns and cannons. PT 109 (1963) Full Cast & Crew See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro Directed by Leslie H. Martinson Writing Credits Cast (in credits order) verified as complete Produced by Music by David Buttolph William Lava Cinematography by Robert Surtees . After every possible effort to save your boat has failed, your first duty is to complete your destruction bill. When not in use should be carefully folded and stowed in a dark cool place. Covers or rags in the barrel have caused explosions while firing, so be sure such things are removed before firing. You must nurse it and be considerate of your engines if you want the best out of them in emergencies. and attacked shipping and protected our ships during the war. Herbert Stadler, USNR, the boat captain, was killed; Ens. The guns must fire when you want them. Copyright 2004-2023 Lava Development, LLC., all rights reserved, PT-class Motor Torpedo Boat Photo Gallery, See all 81 photographs of PT-class Motor Torpedo Boat, American Caesar: Douglas MacArthur 1880-1964, Electric Launch Corporation, Bayonne, New Jersey, United States, Three 12-cylinder liquid-cooled Packard gasoline engines rated at 1,200bhp each, 1x20mm Oerlikon cannon at stern, 2x12.7mm twin M2 or 2x7.6mm Lewis machine guns on rotating turrets, 2x or 4x21in torpedo tubes, Mark 8 torpedoes, Specifications reflect dimensions of the most popular model built by Elco, other models of other makes were also available. Atglen PA: Schiffer Publishing Ltd., 1997. Both AP and HE have tracer. Don't let the weather get in. Keep clear and use your ram rod. 1. We also wish to thank PT Boats Inc. for the loan of this manual so we could scan it and present it on this web site. Guard against the loss of your garbage can. Canopy.-A large canvas, which looks like a sheik's desert abode, covers the forecastle in the manner of a huge tent. This section has been inserted by request of countless men about to leave for the war zone.. Polmar, Norman and Samuel Loring Morison. A steady push or pull will lengthen the life of the reverse gear and save you work. Soap box for soap (good to keep cigarettes dry). Don't rub off the blue tint. Not assigned to the PT-109 but went along on final mission. A PT can and has taken on everything from canoes to battleships. They are lightweight equipment and not designed to be used as dinghies. magazine with no tension on it. 43. Song books are good. PT 109was one of the hundreds of motor torpedo boats (PT) of thePT 103class completed between 1942 and 1945 by Elco Naval Division of Electric Boat Company at Bayonne, New Jersey. You can make no excuses to the Japs for a jammed 50, a weak drive spring, or a 20-mm. 1st Officer - Sometimes known as Chief Officer or Chief Mate is second in command to the Captain and manages all the deck crew including the Bosun, Deckhand and any second or third officers. Hello All, Great forum here that I just stumbled upon. America invested heavily in capital ships in the inter-war years, concentrating on battleships and carriers that could project power across the deep oceans. Make each engine do its equal share of work. The officer in charge should give the general course (South or NE, or W, etc. Gas can come at any time-any place-from any direction--listen and be warned -Be Ready. Keep your manifold gauges running equally. This will differ with every boat. They were from 78 to 80 ft. 2. If a vessel is manned only part of the time (when it is in actual use), it is probably a boat. It will not protect you from smoke or carbon monoxide, or any oxygen-deficient area. He's likely to be temperamental and have his moods. ww2dbaseThough PT boats' primary missions continued to be seen as to attack surface vessels, they were also used to lay mines and smoke screens, to rescue downed aviators, and to carry out intelligence or raider operations. Observe inspection periods and procedures. The listing that follows is not complete but it does give a good basis for packing your sea bag, though not all the gear listed is essential. A PT looks very peculiar without a charthouse. See special note from Garth. To reach land all you need is a fairly accurate knowledge of your position, a compass and a chart or map. Stow your phones and mikes in a dry place. Chun, Victor. Band aids. Oil or grease causes the collection of dust and other abrasives which may be injurious to the gun and also may result in hazardous chamber pressures. We have not attempted to correct any errors found in the original document. The galley pump is the most used and abused pump aboard. Thick vegetation, seaweed, lines and submerged trees may tangle one man up. Don't keep rockets aboard your boat while the boat is tied up at the dock for repairs. Please refrain from using strong language. You may be able to sneak up on a Jap barge but don't try it with one of Uncle Sammie's Dreadnaughts. All three men served under Kennedy later on the PT-59. LTJG John F. Kennedywas the first commanding officer ofPT 59after the conversion. Many boats have added this feature to the fantail of the boat. 5. When PTs operate in sight of land, special care must be taken in VHF transmission. Patch cracks and ruptures in the fabric promptly. It should be operated uncaged at all times under way. This booklet was created months before the end of a deadly, bitterly fought war with Imperial Japan. The PT Boat Forum & Other World War II Small Combatants / Message Board. A leaky fresh-water pump will mean a serious loss. All visitor submitted comments are opinions of those making the submissions and do not reflect views of WW2DB. This operational casualty is explained quite fully in the "Packard Maintenance Manual, Bulletin," #17, 1-19-43. So, after you've trained your eyes on the Japs, train your eyes on your boat structure. Navato, CA: Presidio Press, 1999. seldom jams of itself. Get one for your boat. However, to get the highest holding power of the anchor you must pay out enough line to do the job. In case of puncture or suspicion of damage to a cell, have it inspected and repaired within 72 hours by a competent repairman. It is primarily a support and not a sail boat. Don't clutter up the beaches near your anchorage with tin cans. An unarmed warhead will not explode. 8. It should be stowed below when not on patrol. Every man is assigned a station and given responsibility for certain gear. Allot most of your money so you will not get caught or tempted by the card sharks and dice shooters. Sniff for gas fumes, particularly when starting the engines. 16. These boats were used early in World War II. 5. Practice cocking of the 20-mm. It is the first step in killing the enemy. PT-10 Class (Elco): Displacement: 33 tons Length: 70' Beam: 19'11" Draft: 4' Speed: 39 knots Armament: 4 21" Mk VII torpedoes; 2x2 .50-cal Browning M2 mg Complement: 17 Packard liquid-cooled engines (3); 1,200 hp No. But first comes some necessary dope concerning those drills that always seem so dull. It is a dry, clean spot and accommodates much ammunition. Do this at least twice before you even think of looking for serious trouble or stripping your gun. Check cables and plugs occasionally for corrosion. Let the time nozzles control your density of smoke. If it is impossible to get your boat off a reef, it should be blown to bits. Their officers and men mixing more frequently than those of the "steel navy", and they were known as excellent scavengers and thieves who were capable of taking whatever they could find to bolster their supplies and armament. The Higgins boats had the same beam, full load displacement, engine, generators, shaft horsepower, trial speed, armament, and crew accommodations as the 80-foot Elco boats. PT Doctrine, unlike others, is seldom dry-nothing connected with PTs is dry for long. This stain can be prevented by tacking a six-foot lathe along each gunwale. Keep your engines clean inside and out. Also it covers the glass which glares in the moonlight. While there are a number of model RR figures in 1/22.5 scale, they generally seem to be expensive, and not very sailor-looking. Study them. Everyone should know how to stop a HOT RUN. This is important knowledge for everyone on the boat. A knife is carried by every good sailor. Be proud of your boat. 4. Rather it is the gas fumes that erupt from around the hole in your tank which are dangerous. Don't forget your clips of 45 cal. Megaphone communication between boats in a section should be used to minimize radio transmissions. The boat on hearing or seeing the noise or flashes will immediately reverse course and pick you up. Port stern quarter, underway. Keep only gas protective equipment in your carrier. The camouflage scheme is an one-off 'design' apparently applied by her crew. German Machine Gun Soldier Crew 1/35 Scale Plastic Model Military Figure Kit $13.50 $10.40 SALE 23% Off Tamiya # tam35184 Add To Cart Wish List The generator is a luxury as well as a necessity. Oiled or greased cartridges should not be fired. 20-mm. Allies armies. But this distinction runs into shoal water with such things as PT boats, whichdespite the namewere organized and used much like ships. The three boats spread out to make a picket line across the strait. Description: USA Navy Officers and sailors with clothes, objects and guns. OTHER CREW MEMBERS - Which PT Boat unknown I believe the following personnel took part in the rescue mission. Sneakers and moccasins. 5. A PT galley is much more than that. 6. Waterproof it. Sailing Ships 1 Allegheny (AT19), formerly the Huron. It is rare to have fresh meat and when issued it comes in 100-pound quantities. PT-class Motor Torpedo Boat Interactive Map, PT-class Motor Torpedo Boat Operational Timeline. Use your plans for minor repairs by ship's force. US Navy PtBoat Crew pack ww2 USN1-----Description: - USA Navy Officers and sailors with clothes, objects and guns. Above all, understand the difference between the "time fuse" and "instantaneous fuse". It is the only war to clear a jam, and to get the gun set to fire again. Bullnose.-The bullnose is used to run your lines through when at anchor, moored alongside another boat, or when moored alongside a dock. 3. During the long Solomons campaign, they operated usefully at night and times of low visibility against Japanese barge traffic in the "Slot." PT boats tactics and operations. Flow of gas must cease before you disconnect grounding wires. ww2dbasePatrol torpedo boats, popularly known as "PT boats", were small, light, and fast motor torpedo boats used by the United States Navy. Auxiliary Ships 63 Anderson (DD411). Some served off Normandy during that invasion. The deck of the cockpit should be kept clean. 9, "Give me a fast ship, for I intend to go into harm's way. Don't forget to pick it up when your boat gets underway. Crew's Quarters.-This will be your home. In temperate zones and especially in the Tropics any food particles left about will attract insects and bugs. The bulk of the PT boats built were 78 or 80 feet long (Figure 5). Leigh Such an accident is well to discuss here for it is in fact "abandoning ship", though involuntarily. The paramount rule is: Know Your BOAT. If any unusual growths or barnacles or "animals" are found report it to sick bay. Use the bilge exhaust blower before starting engines if such a blower is installed on your boat. They finally cleared the minefield by 9.15pm. 1. All Rights Reserved. When you hit something with a 20-mm., you really do some damage. 8. You don't have to haul out to get the slime off. If you lack a towing bridle the sampson post will suffice. Know your spot and be there. T.P.-13, About Clean Oil Four such pumps are issued to each squadron. The Japs have many. 2-36D. If you are in doubt as to the purpose or usage of a piece of equipment, don't hesitate to ask. Electrolysis will eat holes in the pipe carrying salt water to the head. 3. If a hot run cannot be stopped, run to the bow of the boat. PT boats did more than just carry torpedoes and young men into battle during World War II. These boats earned a fearsome reputation among the Japanese, who called them "devil boats." Remember, maintenance is much easier than overhaul and repair! Docked beyond the PT boats are USS POTOMAC (AG-25) and CUYAHOGA (AG-26). Three hundred and thirty men died during WWII . Fresh water tanks should be inspected. Have insurance and will squared away. Straining fenders and lines secured to them will rip them off easily. Combined with destroyers and cruisers to . A gun without ammunition is merely a club and you can pick a club up anywhere in the jungle. Maps. Most popular community and official content for the past week. The magazine is quite heavy. Life on a PT boat during wartime could be perilous, and with a small crew of 14 to 17 men under one's command, leading by example and being willing to take . Keep the sound phones in good shape. The dampness, sweating, and spray keep their feet continuously wet and without air. The rockets when disassembled are a very dangerous fire hazard. However, the release valve on your large portable extinguishers is not so reliable. Link PT 9-19 series Title: Navy PT Boats of Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Two Caption: Departing the Washington Navy Yard DC circa December 1940 or January 1941. This gun may be operated by an officer or gunner on the bridge. It is better to stow gunnery and torpedo tools topside in a watertight 20-mm. ww2dbaseAt the end of WW2, of the 531 patrol torpedo boats built, only 69 were lost, including losses to enemy fire, storms, accidents, friendly fire, or simply being worn out. There have been instances where giant clams have held men below the water for an uncomfortably long time. . Our planes use it extensively. Educational correspondence courses. [Includes useful appendixes. Of course, there are better ways of feasting on Japs than that but before you can set yourself down to one of those exciting and pleasurable repasts you have to know the "etiquette" of such a banquet. Towing rigs have saved boats and men many times in the combat areas. Each man on board will be responsible for certain kinds of gear to haul along. The gun is easily maintained. Check your allotments. Strip your guns regularly, exercise the springs, and make other routine checks. Some of them carried depth charges or mine racks. PT 109 was one of the boats left behind. From 1957 to 1993, the former Oyster Bay served in the Italian Navy as the special forces tender Pietro Cavezzale . Protect it against dirt and water. The puncturing of your gas tanks is not usually the cause for explosion. Engines, like men, need air. Upon landfall, MacArthur promised to recommend every man of the Torpedo Squadron Three Silver Star awards; Bulkeley eventually had a greater award, a Medal of Honor, for successfully completing the mission through Japanese waters. PT boats go into action in support of U.S. forces participating in the landings on Mindanao Island in the Philippines. A bit of advice about the cook. director of photography (as Robert L. Surtees) Film Editing by Folmar Blangsted Art Direction by Shooting down enemy planes has been one of the most satisfying tasks. Elco boat PT-41, commanded by Lieutenant John D. Bulkeley of Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Three, took them off of the island bastion of Corregidor. Knowing how to start the engines and generator is another all-around job for everyone. No one can go after the kit if it is in the middle of a burning boat. Wherever He Can Be Found. It will then probably drop or squirm off. It will probably make them worse. An open-head pump underway is-like having a hole in your bottom. If every boat checked on each patrol, the enemy could easily count the number of boats on patrol and learn the strength of the base. During the war, the PT-305 sank three enemy . Port bow, underway. Huckins was but a small manufacturer, and built only 18 examples for use in rear areas only, such as the Panama Canal Zone. After the war, most of them were decommissioned and destroyed. Take your medicine and be glad that it is available. T.P.-9, Know Your PT Boat They were publicly hailed as the destroyers of several Japanese warships, though the credits were erroneously given. After expending all his "fish" and ammunition, he ran down the narrow alley of the enemy convoy and had the Japs lobbing shells at each other. Practice all operations, especially cocking and loading, in the dark or with your eyes closed. Scrub brush. If you ever spill any gasoline overboard while fueling or during any other work don't even think of starting your engines, main or auxiliary, until the boat is towed away from that spot or until the wind and the sea dissipate the gasoline. McMahon died Sunday at an Encinitas convalescent home in northern San Diego County, where he lived for the last 15 years. Keep loose gear-such as oil cans-clear of rudders and steering gear. (3d print model). For inquiries about military records for members of the World War II armed forces, please see our FAQ. 2. This exercising will limber up the parts and dry them as well. Get your instructions. Destroyers 137 Arctic(AF7 . The ability of your boat is amazing. Your rocket launching and electrical equipment require even greater care than the other equipment aboard-watch over it and keep it in readiness for that big moment. In reality that type of attacks might had been deployed, but those types of attacks would be rare as high speed attacks would attract too much attention, and even a single near-miss from a destroyer shell would often seriously threaten the integrity of hulls. This precaution will give the last few rounds in your magazine an extra push and will prevent jamming. USA Officers and soldiers models on a pose mode. Before going over the side be sure you have all necessary gear lashed inside the life-rafts. Ear plugs are helpful in preventing fungus infection. The safety plug must be removed from the firing panel and in the possession of the person carrying out loading or unloading operations.-This is probably the most important safety precaution to observe and must be strictly adhered to at all times. He may leave his "stinger" in you. When you have your own boat your GQ Station will be well known to you, so there is no need to rehearse the various positions. For the most part, the PT Boats did not return fire and in the end, PT-353 and PT-121 both burned and sank with 8 men killed, 14 wounded, and 13 rescued. The latter called "Prima Cord" (white or light core) burns at the rate of 20,000 feet per second. Get the feel of the gun, the magazine, their every part and get the rhythm in cocking, loading, and firing. The magnifying glass can be used to start a fire. Grease your wire rope and shackles. Shoestrings. It cuts off the chart-house lights whenever the cockpit hatch is opened, provided that the proper chartroom switch has been thrown. Please keep in mind that this list does only include records of people who submitted their information for publication on this website. Engineers should use the small portable Romec electric pump for draining bilges, transferring oil from barrel to tanks, cleaning out gas tanks, and flushing down generally when in port. Shaving gear and toilet articles. The case may arise where any officer or man aboard will have to fire torpedos and handle them on deck. Shake and check your blankets before you turn in. Take a musical instrument if it can stand the gaff. The belt in the magazine should not be drum tight but neither should it be visibly slack. It happened in Tulagi and two men blew up with it. 6. PT Consulting was founded to allow me to aid fellow authors, historians and scale modelers as we preserve our heritage and our history. This precaution is particularly applicable with a 20-mm gun. ww2dbaseThe Elco boats were the largest in size of the three types of PT boats built immediately before and during WW2, totaling 385 boats. Based on a true story, The Rebels Of PT-218 follows the intrepid crew of an American torpedo boat, one of the first to encounter action in the Mediterranean Theater at the height of WWII. Although the Huckins Yacht Company of Jacksonville, Florida, built a few 78 foot boats of thePT95class, the 80-foot Elco boats and the 78-foot Higgins boats became the standard motor torpedo boats of World War II. Remember that a PT is exposed to moisture from both the sea and the atmosphere. Instead, pull back on the handle again and try to clear the jam that way. OCLC 38853885. Test fire each batch of ammunition. T.P.-11, Pointers on Traveling to Toyko (Save That Fuel Oil), T.P.-12, About Requisitions PT Boats at War: World War II to Vietnam. Make yours the best. 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