Abstract: This disclosure relates to a method and device for removing weapon stowage trays particularly adapted to reconfiguration of a submarine weapon room. The device and method comprise of an adapter plate which is attachable to a shipping beam. The shipping beam is used to transport and enable the engagement of the adapter tray to a weapon tray to thereby allow the removal and transfer of the weapon tray.

Abstract: A weapon dolly is disclosed for use in a submarine to handle weapons such as torpedos or the like. The dolly includes a base section having an arcuate weapon supporting surface formed from light composite material having a recess formed therein. A composite arcuate band is movable between a weapon clamping position above the base section and a stowed position slidably received within the base section below the weapon supporting surface. Arcuate links and clamp means with an associated positive locking mechanism are provided for clamping the weapon between the band and the base and for quickly releasing the weapon for movement into a launching tube or the like.