MG34 Ammunition Box (Patronenkasten 41) Accession Number: PROP01212

Description

Steel ammunition can for the MG34 (Patronenkasten 41). This can hold up to 300 7.92 mm rounds in 50 round belts. The box is rectangular in shape with a hinged lid. It is painted grey and has no visible markings.

Details

Accession Number
PROP01212
Maker
Unknown
Classification
Technology
Object Type
Firearm accessory
Physical Description
Material: Steel
Measurement
Overall (Conservation): 172 mm x 377 mm x 86 mm
Date Made
c 1939-1945
Place Made
Gallery location
Main Bld: World War 2 Gallery, Gallery 1
Whole/Part
Whole
Item Count
1
Copyright
Copyright not applicable

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