US GI OD AMMO TUBE USED

Originally issued to the United States military as the shipping and storage container for a 40 lb cratering demolition charge, this genuine GI ammo tube is a heavy-duty olive drab steel cylinder built to protect its contents through rough field handling. Once emptied of its original charge, these surplus tubes take on a second life as one of the most versatile utility containers a shopkeeper can put on the shelf — and they carry the kind of authentic military markings collectors actively hunt for.

Stenciled directly on the body are the original NSN 1315-01-378-9669, the "1-CHARGE DEMOLITION 40 LB CRATERING" designation, the UN 0048 hazard code, and lot number IOP96K009 — real-deal provenance that no aftermarket container can match. The tube features integral lifting/carrying lugs at the top rim and a removable lid, plus a matching base cup shown in the image that nests the tube for stable storage.

Who It Sells To

• Military surplus collectors and militaria dealers who want authentic US-issue items with legible markings
• Preppers and homesteaders looking for rugged dry storage for ammunition, tools, or emergency supplies
• Reenactors and film/theater props departments needing period-correct demolition containers
• Outdoorsmen and range shooters who repurpose them as gear tubes, fishing rod cases, or field caches
• Man-cave decorators and tactical lifestyle customers who want a real conversation piece

Construction & Features

• Heavy-gauge steel body finished in US military olive drab
• Original stenciled markings — NSN, charge designation, UN 0048, lot number
• Reinforced top rim with integrated carry/lift lugs
• Removable lid and nesting base cup for upright storage
• Tall cylindrical form factor — ideal for long or bulky items that don't fit standard ammo cans

Condition

Used, genuine US GI surplus. Expect honest field-use character — scuffs, paint wear, minor dings, and hardware patina consistent with real service handling. Markings remain clearly legible. This is authentic issued gear, not a modern remake, and each tube carries the individual wear pattern of its service life.