This 40mm Ammunition Can Cover for the M5 Armament Subsystem is an authentic artifact of military aviation history, showcasing the precision and innovation that defined the weapon systems of the Vietnam War. Whether for display, restoration, or preservation, it offers a direct connection to the technology that powered the legendary Huey helicopter’s firepower.
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Enhance your collection or restoration project with this New Old Stock (NOS) 40mm Ammunition Can Cover, specifically designed for the M5 Armament Subsystem used on UH-1B, UH-1C, and UH-1M Huey helicopters. Part number 1168169, Federal Stock Number 1010-724-1527, and National Stock Number 1010-00-724-1527, this cover provided essential protection for the ammunition can, ensuring the stored 40mm rounds were safeguarded from environmental damage and ready for action.
Key Features:
Engineered for the M5 Armament Subsystem: The XM5/M5 subsystem was a cutting-edge nose turret system equipped with a single 40mm M75 grenade launcher. Controlled by the pilot via a hand-controlled electronic sight, the system offered unmatched flexibility for precise targeting. The M5 system could hold either 150 or 302 rounds of 40mm ammunition, with this cover ensuring that rounds remained protected during operations.
Historical Significance: Widely used during the Vietnam War, the M5 Armament Subsystem on UH-1B, UH-1C, and UH-1M helicopters provided crucial fire support, offering devastating close-range firepower. It was instrumental in providing suppression fire and protecting ground troops during intense combat missions. This ammunition cover would contribute to the reliability and functionality of this iconic weapon system in some of the most challenging operational environments.
New Old Stock Condition: Preserved in its original, unused condition this ammunition can cover is a rare find for collectors, aviation enthusiasts, and military historians. Its NOS status ensures historical authenticity, making it perfect for display, restoration, or educational use.
Product Details:
Condition: New Old Stock, unused and well-preserved
Part Number: 1168169
FSN: 1010-724-1527
NSN: 1010-00-724-1527
Compatibility: Designed for use with the 40mm ammunition can in the M5 Armament Subsystem on UH-1B, UH-1C, and UH-1M Huey helicopters
Collector’s Appeal: Perfect for aviation restoration specialists, military history collectors, and Vietnam War enthusiasts
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