There is also some information on subcaliber cartridges used in the 37mm guns (from .22 rimfire up to centerfire rifle or pistol cartridges) and a bit of information on the tools used to reload 37mm cartridges. A towed TD battalion possessed 36 pieces, in three companies of 12. It saw combat in the Italian Campaign and on the Western Front in Northwest Europe. In theory, anyway, but in reality the dud rate was over 50% and commanders refused to use them in areas which they might have to maneuver through later. Primers have been pulled for the empty cases, and the projectiles are empty with red and yellow painted fuze covers unscrew to reveal that they too are empty. $3.00 each 22971B- Lacquered STEEL 12.7 x 108mm case with 83 headstamp which I think is Chinese, but not really sure if it is a date, or a factory code. Steel body with very long rotating band also marked with similar maker marking and Hotchkiss Patent November 14, 76. This round is one assembled during WW2 using a WW1 style common projectile with the narrow rotating band and equipped only for a base fuze. $65.00 (View Picture), 21913 SCARCE WW2 U.S. NAVY 3/50 BRASS CASE NOT TO BE REFORMED (76.2 x 585mmR) - During WW2 there was a serious shortage of brass and copper, used in all sorts of military weapons, vehicles, ships aircraft and ammunition. 10/25/2022 INERT- no flammable or explosive components. The M18A3 cartridges are turned from steel and then chrome(?)plated. Collection undergoes atleast a 150-point vehicle inspection to ensure basic quality and safety before being listed for sale. A- NICE U.S. NAVY BRASS CASE WITH JANUARY 1943 DATE with fired primer in place (not sure of date). Internally the practice round does not contain any explosives, shaped charge liner or base fuze. The lot for $3.00 (View Picture), 23132 37MM NON-LETHAL RIOT RUBBER PROJECTILES - Lot of four semi-soft rubber projectiles for firing from 37mm riot control munitions. The fuze easily unscrews from the projectile and component parts can be disassembled to show they are free of energetic material, rendering this INERT. Oveall mellow patina and free from any significant dents or dings. Their new gun design boosted the rate of fire from 140 rounds per minute to 280, then 300 and currently 330 rounds per minute. Fuze is a 1952 dated M565 mechanical time fuze, but these will take any of the standard 2 x 12 TPI U.S. artillery fuzes. Price per signal in sealed container. In this carriage, a flat shield borrowed from the 105mm howitzer was replaced by a new sloped one. $40.00 (View Picture), 18584 U.S. NAVY 3/50 SALUTING BRASS CARTRIDGE CASE - These were shortened versions of the regular 76.2 x 583mmR cases, cut to an appropriate length to eliminate the neck and ability to hold a projectile. This is the third type with brass rotating band, while the earlier types used lead bands. For Sale. (Sometimes aluminum.) 88 mm grenade was constantly pouring toward the opposite side, and the M5 anti-tank guns were covered by artillery fire! [7], Despite the performance advantages, it turned out that no branch of the US Army wanted the new gun. As life saving devices, with the bore obstructed by small projections to prevent firing of projectiles but not interfering with the launching of the line throwing rocket, the Kilgore GR-52 is not considered a firearm and no FFL is needed to purchase. [2] The pilot of the weapon, named 3inch gun T10, was ready by September 1941. SPECIAL- 10 boxes total 100 links for $40.00, or a single box of 10 links for only $5.00 (View Picture), 22556 U.S. 105MM HOWITZER BRASS CASE 1943 - Standard 105mm Howitzer brass case M14. The later 3/50 dual purpose guns of the 1920s through WW2 for anti-aircraft as well as surface targets switched to different types of projectiles with mechanical time or point detonating fuzes. The front end cap of the signal itself will have raised letters and colored paint to indicate the color (A,G,R,W) and type of the signal (P-parachute, S-star). Four 37mm guns were assigned to be towed by 1/4-ton jeeps and twelve such guns had 3/4-ton or 2-1/2-ton trucks as their prime movers. The projectiles are painted olive drab, and about 95% or more of that paint remains. 3 inch Gun M5. Inch M5 Anti-Tank Gun on M6 Carriage 4 pages 10 . This was unloaded long ago and is INERT with no explosive or flammable components. The projectile body is made of steel with an aluminum ogive and a metal rotating band and a plastic obturating band are located close to the base. Antitank Cannon front, Starke.jpg. The new updated 45-mm gun was accepted into production as model 1937. This document outlines the Table of Organization and Equipment for Combat Mission Battle for Normandy. It hardly seemed worth the effort as the performance is only marginally better than the 20x102. The gun combined a 3-inch (76.2mm) barrel of the anti-aircraft gun T9 and elements of the 105 mm howitzer M2. Condition as shown in the photos with some rust and pitting but overall a reasonable example. The M5 was issued exclusively to the US Army tank destroyer battalions starting in 1943. Or, you could try rust removal and stabilization with a simple electrolysis rig instead of sandblasting. These were used for signaling from one ground unit to another or to supporting aircraft, etc. These were obsolete for combat use, but the projectiles were fine for practice ammunition. Some of these remained in use into the 3rd Reich era. However, despite its simplicity, low cost, and effectives (so easy a young child could use it) the concept was not adopted until 1929 by the International Conference for Saving of Life at Sea Treaty (SOLAS). ?-?, SHELL M1, FOR GUN T99. ALL THREE FOR $45.00 (View Picture), 22348 U.S. 3.5 BAZOOKA HIGH EXPLOSIVE ANTI-TANK ROCKET M28A2 - Although marked as the M28A2 HEAT round, this is actually an INERT M29A2 practice rocket which has been repainted and restored to M28A2 HEAT appearance. WB was at the show, and it was nice to see manufacturer representation there. A few of the guns that made it to Italy were mounted on the M1A1 carriage which featured a flat gun shield, but all others were mounted on the M6 carriage which had a sloped gun shield. They could be sandblasted and smoothed up with some Bondo and a fresh paint job. Although the subsequent testing revealed minor problems, it was clear that the gun, eventually standardized as M5 on carriage M1, presented major performance improvement over existing designs. As part of that, several companies were initially involved in development of a 30mm cannon, with the GE design becoming the GAU-8 everyone knows and loves. Initially the round used a coiled brass case, but in 1891 a drawn brass case was introduced, all of the known examples being made in this year by the Winchester Repeating Arms Co, as a result of which the cartridge is sometimes referred to as the 37 mm Winchester IN CARTONS Photo shows typical example of the few we have (all in similar condition), but not necessarily the exact round you will receive. Self-propelled anti-tank guns are anti-tank guns mounted on vehicles. One steel fuze protector nose cap, used excellent. The propelling tube is intact with the fired Winchester marked shotshell in place. Drawings. This is a complete fixed round of 3"/50 ammunition which was specially loaded (actually remanufactured) for testing of the process used to demilitarize ammunition. Some of the Hispano-Suiza type guns were also mounted as anti-aircraft weapons in army tanks or halftrack variants. Price each is $22.00 (View Picture), 13550 U.S. NAVY 3/50 VT (NON-FRAG) CARTRIDGE (INERT) (76.2 x 585mmR) - This is a handsome complete INERT round with Mark 9 Mod 0 steel case made by Norris in 1979. Projectile is unmarked. The other settings are for practice only with no effect upon actual functioning. The ratio of friendly to enemy losses was 1:1.3 in towed units, but a much better 1:6 in self-propelled units. Colored signals were more for signaling, but they did provide some illumination. These are used for signaling (e.g.- friendly forces location, time to attack, direction of enemy, etc) or to create a smokescreen to obscure vision. The VT fuze will function if it comes close enough to the target to activate it, and the Aux detonating fuze has enough of a charge to blow the fuze out and emit a puff of smoke to indicate that a hit was scored. The Stokes mortars and projectiles were replaced in U.S. service when the improved Stokes-Brandt or Brandt type mortars (essentially the U.S. 81mm Mortar M1) were adopted prior to WW2. These gas operated cannons fired at about 600 rounds per minute with a muzzle velocity of 2,800 feet per second. Pages 263 to 593 detail various types of 37mm ammunition from the many, many nations which used 37mm guns. click here for telephone contact information. Projectiles are marked extensively on the rotating band (most seem to be something like "40MM ADL 10001 B SFM 87C 001-[various numbers] Rotating bands have token DEMIL heat melt. The composition of this was not as consistent as virgin cartridge brass, and while it was suitable for use at least once, the lower copper content made reloading a very bad option. INERT- no flammable or explosive components. In some cases, towed TD battalions were attached to armored or airborne divisions; sometimes, companies of the same battalion were given to different divisions; and sometimes a single division had several TD battalions including a mix between towed and self-propelled at once. See photo for details. This impressive rate of fire and range was made more effective by coupling it with sophisticated fire control and radar systems. The M6 gun was in the self-propelled 3 inch Gun Motor Carriage M5. AAF Museum Exterior.jpg. The 17-year-old Boy Scout from Sunbury has restored the M5 anti-tank gun that has been in the park for decades. These were used with the International Flare Signal and Kilgore Model 52 flare guns, and probably all the other heavy 37mm flare guns with barrels about 8-8.5 inches long. 76.2 mm anti-tank gun model of the United States Army. After the 5/38 was retired from service, most of the brass cases undoubtedly got scrapped, and they are pretty hard to find, especially with WW2 dates. INERT- no flammable or explosive contents. The M18A3 cartridges are turned from steel and then chrome(?)plated. The white signals were mainly to illuminate the battlefield, a difficult problem in the days before night vision devices. The steel case has a 1943 date and M23AB1 designation for the case ink stamped on the case. This is a complete fixed round of 3"/50 ammunition which was specially loaded (actually remanufactured) for testing of the process used to demilitarize ammunition. Shipping tube may be dirty and weathered. As a result of the aforementioned shortcomings, commanders and troops generally preferred an alternative in form of self-propelled tank destroyers, which offered better mobility and also better protection for their crews.[17]. Extremely nice example of the cartridges made by Winchester for the 37mm Hotchkiss quick firing guns of the 1890s. We have several, but these are being sold individually. All 75-ram pack howitzer ammunition, except HEAT rounds, contain propellant M1, which is composed of a base charge (charge 1), and three increments (numbered 2, 3 and 4) for fire adjustment. Instructions are intact and legible but no date visible, probably Vietnam era. Find nearby gun shops, ranges, training, and other resources. INERT- no flammable or explosive material.The Type 41 Mountain Gun which was a license-built copy of the Krupp M.08 mountain gun. This is an excellent condition shell body with baseplate intact but no other internal components. . Let's go! We would be glad to answer any questions about the items we offer. Body retains most of the orange paint on the shoulder indicating HE filler, but the lower portion of the body which was originally sort of a field gray/drab color is mostly worn off. These cartridges use regular cartridge cases and INERT projectiles with a heavy crimp, empty primer pocket and bronze colored projectiles to indicate INERT drill status. In the last few years the 4.2 inch mortars were superceded by a new 120mm mortar. INERT- no explosive or flammable components in the case. Three holes in the case to visually identify it as a dummy round. $125.00 (View Picture) This would be easy to disassemble into nice 150 x113mm and 37 x223mm cases if you are not a trench art fan. $10.00 each (View Picture), 21103 UNIDENTIFIED 30 x 186mm CARTRIDGE (GAU-8 developmental??) [9][10] M3 Halftracks were issued as prime movers. This is the type made for use with the 5"/38 caliber guns. FORMAT SIZE (INCHES LxWxH): 9x6x.375. The brass nose fuze has one very deep hole drilled in the side (for safety pin?). 3-inch Gun M5 (Q2257216) From Wikidata. Tweet. INERT- no explosive or flammable components. Stamped markings in the projectile body are visible M411A1 and we have added small INERT stencil on the back, and the hollow base of the projectile remains in the inert/practice blue color to avoid panic among your local EOD team. However, it was a failure and cancelled in 1985. Good stencil markings on the base. $425.00 (View Picture), 20781 LOT OF 3 DIFFERENT U.S.20MM DUMMY CARTRIDGES - Lot consists of one of each of the 20mm Oerlikon, 20mm Hispano-Suiza and 20mm US Navy, described in detail below, and shown left to right in the photos. Uncertain if this is the 1945 Remington project or modified for a post WW2 effort. Several dents in the case walls but overall VG condition. The maximum ranges was about 7,500 yards. Good rotating band. This is the explosive shell version, with a brass fuze holder in the nose. While this may seem to be a brilliant new innovation, Benjamin Hotchkiss was making artillery shells in a nearly identical manner in the late 1870s, but using brass or a mix of brass and steel. They are also capable of providing . Everything, Longarms The M904 fuze is installed in the nose fuze well of the bomb along with an adapter booster charge. The manufacturing process leave tiny splashes of flux on some of the cases which has caused some mild corrosion, and some of the brown paint on the projectiles may have chipped or flaked off. $55.00 (View Picture), 22772 9-57 RED STAR PARACHUTE SIGNAL- SIGNAL PYROTECHNIC CO. LOS ANGELES - DISTRESS SIGNAL FOR MERCHANT VESSELS/ 20,000 CANDLEPOWER/ USE ONLY WHEN AIRCRAFT OR VESSEL IS SIGHTED/ DIRECTIONS- FIRE UPWARD FROM SIGNAL PISTOL is ink stamped on the thin aluminum case of the flare signal The short aluminum cartridge case headstamp identifies the maker and patent info along with date of September 1957. $450.00 (View Picture), 21426 BRITISH 3 POUNDER (47mm) BLANK CARTRIDGE CASE - (47 x 249mmR) This was made by cutting down a full length 3 pounder case, and used for saluting purposes. The APDS rounds were the intermediate step between the dart type penetrators, and the older very heavy solid steel/tungsten projectiles which killed tanks by brute force of the massive projectile penetrating the armor- or ricocheting off if the angle was not good. Used, Vg- excellent condition with minor spots/staining or rubs on the covers from storage. We did not confirm the headstamp, but are relying on the description marked on the handsome wooden base as shown in the photos. seated within the case mouth. Field and tank and anti-tank ammunition is very interesting, and this is one of many incremental steps taken searching for better munitions, using a mix and match approach. Back has two wires for attaching an explosive which would turn the liquid mustard gas into a dispersed aerosol casualty agent when detonated. Headstamp is lightly struck but enough legible to determine what it is. These were mainly used with the M5 3 inch anti-tank gun which was the best U.S. anti-tank weapon 1943-45, replacing the earlier puny popgun 37 and 57mm guns. - About 13" diameter by 5" high made of blue painted steel. They were later used in the Spanish American War at the Battle of San Juan Hill, and in the Philippines. The stubby little 150 x 113mmR cartridge cases were used with these. 3/9/2023, US Militaria Each is a self contained unit, basically an aluminum tube with a primer on the breech end and the other end open, but covered with an aluminum cap for shipping. Base diameter is 45mm and this matches on item in Robert Hawkinsons red book of case types, noted as 30mm AX RE 5 -102 AMRON, 9.4mm percussion primer USA Aircraft. A couple of slightly different cases are also noted as AX with or with RE numbers, all unidentified. Stencil markings are poorly done but enough there to see if you know what to look for. Can for sale by RAM Enterprises on GunsAmerica.com the best online marketplace for buying and selling semi auto pistols, firearms, accessories, and collectibles : 976815151 The round is fired from the mortar the same as service ammunition, but with a range of only about 50-450 meters, allowing use on smaller ranges then needed for conventional practice rounds. Although a serious collector may want to spend more for a real brass case (instead of a steel one) and a projectile without the token demil spot, this is an inexpensive filler for a general WW2 collection. If you need a project case, this is about 9.5 long and 2.5 across the rim and maybe 2.25 at the base and around 2 at the mouth. Ammunition varied somewhat reflecting local taste and manufacturing skills and materials, mainly in fuzing or details of the tail fins. This led to a number of expedient designs, such as adaptations of the 75 mm M1897 or towed variants of the 75 mm M3. Originally it was the standard Japanese pack artillery weapon. GREEN Ships still carry line throwers in various configuration, and they are also widely used by firefighters. For many years thick plugs of cork were used. These are used for signaling (e.g.- friendly forces location, time to attack, direction of enemy, etc). The muzzle end is pointed in the desired direction and that tube smacked against the ground. $475.00 (View Picture), 17725 Lot of five 20 x 102mm dummy cartridges M51E8(BLUE TIP) - This is the type of ammunition used with the M61 Vulcan gun in many fighters, and also with the older M39 series of aircraft guns. INERT- no flammable or explosive components.. $175.00 (View Picture), 302 81mm MORTAR PLASTIC SHIPPING TUBE- CHEAP! Colored signals were more for signaling, but they did provide some illumination. The M42 grenades are scored for greater fragmentation and are place to the front of the M46 grenades. After it was superseded by the Type 94 75 mm mountain gun (circa 1935), it was then used as an infantry "regimental" gun, deployed 4 to each infantry regiment. [anchor] and SALUTING. A great item for anyone wanting a superb condition 105mm Howitzer case for display. BL&P Mark 3 (Blind loaded and plugged) The zinc or similar corrosion resistant treatment on the case has some crud and dirt and corrosion but should clean up a bit. Tip colors may vary (red//white, yellow/red, etc). The next step in the evolution was to modify the chambers by boring them all the way through and modify the strikers to hit the edge instead of the center where the nipples had been. They were mounted on pedestal type mounts, usually open with no shield. When the mortar round was dropped down the barrel, the primer hit the firing pin which ignited the primer and the 47 grain charge of ballistite powder. studs spaced around the body of the projectile and a lead obtrurating band at the rear with six corresponding raised studs. INERT warhead, no propellant, totally inert not dangerous. They were made in many sizes, 10 and 20 pounders for field use (with the 3 inch and 3.67 inch barrels weighing 890 and 1795 pounds respectively). Collector Classifieds - For Sale/Trade. Two fired, empty, INERT cases The iron or steel parts are all heavily rusted and pitted. These were the real workhorses of the battlefield, churning mud, men and equipment into the murderous mess known as no mans land as well as decimating allied trench lines. While it fit the request of the Infantry for light, easy to manhandle anti-tank weapon, Artillery and Ordnance foresaw a need for a more powerful gun. It has the sort of yellow-silver look from the cleaning process used last time they were processed for reloading. In November 1943, a slightly modified carriage was standardized as M6. $55.00 (View Picture), 20436 LOT OF 3 EARLY(?) $12.00 (View Picture), 19672 U.S. NAVY 40MM BOFORS SINGLE ROUNDS (REPAINTED) - These 40x311mm Rimmed cases are known by various names in their service as the most widely used Anti Aircraft guns of WW2 by the U.S., England, Germany, Italy and Sweden. Kingman, Arizona Colt Python .357 Revolver W/4" barrel. The M1866 projectile differed from the original Sprenggranate 1862 with improved attachement of the rear rotating band to the body, a polygonal powder chamber for better fragmentation, and the impact fuze instead of the earlier powder train time fuze. INERT- No flammable or explosive components. I finally faked sufficient enthusiasm to ID the stuff below and take photos after sitting on a lot of it for 10+ years. This projectile is for the 30 pounder, using the smooth looking brass sabot or rotating band which was cast onto the projectile body which was cast with a groove at the base for the band.
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