U.S. M20 Super Bazooka Inert Rockets with Original Carrying Bag

For sale is a rare and authentic set of Korean War-era U.S. military artifacts: three inert M20 Super Bazooka rounds, including two training rounds and one deactivated “real” round, housed in their original canvas carrying bag. This set is a remarkable piece of military history, representing the evolution of anti-tank warfare with the M20 Super Bazooka, a powerful weapon used by U.S. forces during the Korean War and beyond. Perfect for any serious collector of military memorabilia.

Item Details:

• M20 Super Bazooka Rounds (3 Total):
• Two Training Rounds: These 3.5-inch practice rounds are marked with blue paint, a standard military designation for inert ordnance. Designed for training soldiers in the use of the M20 Super Bazooka, they replicate the weight and dimensions of live rounds but lack explosive components. Both rounds are in good condition, showing expected wear from age, with some paint chipping and light surface rust that adds to their historical character.
• One Inert “Real” Round: This round is a deactivated high-explosive anti-tank (HEAT) round, originally designed to penetrate enemy armor with greater effectiveness than its WWII predecessor. It has been professionally rendered inert, making it safe for display and handling. The round retains its original olive drab finish with some visible markings, though faded due to age. Minor surface wear and rust are present, consistent with its historical use.
• All three rounds feature stabilizing fins and blue safety wires, ensuring their inert status is clear. They measure approximately 24 inches in length and weigh around 9 pounds each, matching the specifications of M20 Super Bazooka ammunition.
• Original Carrying Bag:
• The rounds come in their original Korean War-era canvas carrying bag, designed to hold three rockets for a bazooka team’s loader. The bag is constructed of heavy-duty olive drab canvas with metal hardware, including a buckle closure and shoulder strap. It shows signs of use, with some fraying and staining, but remains structurally sound and fully functional. The bag’s rugged patina speaks to its battlefield history, making it a perfect companion piece for the rounds.

Historical Context:The M20 Super Bazooka, introduced in the late 1940s, was an upgraded version of the WWII-era M2 Bazooka, designed to counter the heavier armor of Soviet tanks during the Korean War. Firing a larger 3.5-inch rocket, the M20 could penetrate up to 11 inches (280mm) of armor, making it a formidable weapon against T-34 tanks and other armored vehicles. These rounds and their carrying bag would have been part of a two-man bazooka team’s kit, seeing action in the rugged terrain of Korea and in subsequent conflicts during the early Cold War.

Condition:All items are in good, display-ready condition with age-appropriate wear. The rounds exhibit light surface rust and paint wear, while the bag shows typical signs of use, including minor fraying and discoloration. These imperfections enhance the authenticity and historical value of the set. The rounds have been confirmed inert and are safe for handling and display.

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