Mortor Ammo Box?

[Clive_Dakers]

Richard, is there a number and date stamped into the base of the box?

[Richard Coutts-Smith]

Yup, never thought to look on the base. Has "B162" over "1" stamped large. no date.
Rich.

[Clive_Dakers]

http://www.bocn.co.uk/vbforum/b-162-...3496#post63496

Size: Length 20.5" Breadth 15" Depth 10.5"

Used for:
2-in. M.L. mortar Sand, with plug

Number Packed: 6
Gross weight: 90 lbs

3 in M.L. Mortar HE
3 in M.L. Mortar Smoke
3 in M.L. Mortar Chemical
3 in M.L. Mortar Practice

Number Packed: 6
Gross weight: 96 lbs

Any chance I could use those pictures on BOCN?

[Richard Coutts-Smith]

Thanks Clive, think that answers everything quite conclusively.
Knock yourself out with the pics, let me know if you want higher res. or a particular shot.
Rich.

[Richard Coutts-Smith]

Just came across this:

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/WW2-AUSTRALIA...o%3D%26ps%3D63
1 carry handle and 3 tubes only for a Starting price $145.....I would happily sell my box complete with 2 sets of tube carriers AND transport to Corowa for that.
Almost hope he gets it....
Rich.