{"product_id":"wwii-u-s-army-50-cal-ammo-can-m2a1-type","title":"WWII \/ Cold War Era 81mm Mortar Ammunition Container","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal U.S. military 81mm mortar ammunition container in excellent surplus condition. These heavy-gauge steel transit containers were designed to safely transport and store \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efour 81mm mortar rounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in military service. Constructed from rugged steel with an integrated carry handle and hinged lid, these containers were built to withstand harsh field conditions while protecting valuable ammunition from damage and the elements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example retains its original olive drab finish and military stenciling, including lot and loading information. Markings indicate it originally contained TNT-loaded 81mm mortar ammunition. The container is now completely inert and sold strictly as a collectible storage container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese large mortar cans are increasingly difficult to find and make outstanding display pieces for military collections, vehicle restorations, reenacting displays, man caves, gun rooms, or practical storage for gear, tools, and accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal U.S. military issue mortar ammunition container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to hold \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efour 81mm mortar rounds\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty steel construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal olive drab military finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal yellow military stencil markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFolding carry handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHinged opening design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent display and storage piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic military surplus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good surplus condition with expected handling marks, scratches, paint wear, and minor surface oxidation from military use and storage. Markings remain clearly visible and the container presents well for display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo mortar rounds, projectiles, explosives, propellant charges, or live munitions are included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This listing is for the empty steel container only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43146397220941,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/FFA62666-5124-4336-AA7F-B1798812E85F.jpg?v=1781987312","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/wwii-u-s-army-50-cal-ammo-can-m2a1-type","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}