{"product_id":"ammo-box-50-cal","title":"Genuine USGI .50 Caliber Ammo Can — M2A1 Steel Military Surplus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine used US military M2A1 .50 cal ammo can. Light exterior surface rust, interior in excellent condition. Steel, watertight, stackable storage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e M2A1 (Box, Ammunition, M2A1 Assembly; also called Chest, Ammunition: M2A1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpec:\u003c\/strong\u003e MIL-DTL-3060F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNSN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8140-00-960-1699 (can), 8140-00-078-8969 (shipping crate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introduced in the 1950s, designed to hold 100-round link belts of .50 caliber ammunition for the M2 Browning machine gun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExterior dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 11¾\"–12\" L x 6\" W x 7\"–7½\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 11\" L x 5½\" W x 7\" H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight (empty):\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5.2–5.5 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel construction with a rubber gasket seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA genuine piece of U.S. military history: the M2A1 ammo can was standard issue for decades, originally built to feed and protect belted .50 BMG ammunition for the M2 Browning machine gun — one of the longest-serving weapons systems in U.S. military history. Larger and heavier-duty than its .30 caliber counterpart, this steel can is a favorite today among collectors, shooters, and preppers for its rugged, genuinely watertight storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine U.S. military surplus, issued for .50 caliber machine gun ammunition storage and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHinged lid with tension clamp-down latch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber gasket creates a watertight seal when closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop carrying handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStackable design for easy storage and organization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e ammunition storage, emergency\/survival kits, tool and gear organization, camping and bushcraft storage, or display as genuine military history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As genuine used military surplus, these cans show honest signs of real field and storage use. \u003cstrong\u003eThe exterior may have light surface rust or cosmetic wear\u003c\/strong\u003e, consistent with age and prior service — this does not affect the can's structural integrity or seal. \u003cstrong\u003eThe interior is in excellent, like-new condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, since these cans were built to keep contents protected and dry, and that protective function holds up well even when the outside shows its age. Please review photos closely for the exact condition of the specific unit you're purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pottstown Army Navy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43297909080141,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/1362\/7981\/files\/50-cal-ammo-can-side.jpg?v=1791056530","url":"https:\/\/pottstownarmynavy.com\/products\/ammo-box-50-cal","provider":"Pottstown Army Navy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}