Original Military Surplus 300 Rounds .50 BMG M33 Ball Sealed Ammo Crate

Description:
Manufacturer: Military Contract Production
Country of Manufacture: Military Surplus 
Cartridge: .50 Browning Machine Gun (.50 BMG)
Cartridge Type: M33 Ball
Quantity: 300 Original Cartridges
Projectile Type: M33 Ball Full Metal Jacket
Case Material: Brass Cases
Packaging: Original Military Wooden Shipping Crate (Fully Loaded)
Condition: Original surplus condition with handling and storage wear to the crate; ammunition remains in its original packed configuration.

Offered here is an original military surplus wooden ammunition crate containing its complete original load of 300 rounds of .50 Browning Machine Gun (12.7×99mm NATO) M33 Ball ammunition. Unlike the far more common empty display crates, this example remains fully loaded exactly as intended for military storage and transport, making it an increasingly scarce collector and investment piece.The exterior stencil clearly identifies the contents as "300 CARTRIDGES CAL. .50 BROWNING M33 BALL" and lists a gross weight of 40 kilograms with aammunition weight of 35 kilograms. Additional transport markings include the modern UN 0012 small-arms ammunition designation and the Class 1.4S hazardous materials diamond, indicating it was repacked or remained in military logistics service after the adoption of current transportation standards.

The M33 Ball cartridge has served as the U.S. military's standard-purpose .50 BMG ball loading for decades and remains one of the most recognizable heavy machine gun cartridges ever produced. Loaded with a full metal jacket projectile, it was designed for use in the legendary Browning M2 Heavy Machine Gun as well as numerous vehicle-mounted, aircraft, and long-range military weapon systems. The M33 designation has remained the standard U.S. military ball loading specification since the early 1950s.

The wooden crate itself represents an authentic military logistics container built for rugged field transportation. Its heavy-duty construction, reinforced ends, and factory-applied black stencil markings remain intact and highly legible. The crate displays honest storage wear, abrasions, and evidence of military handling accumulated over years of service, adding to its authenticity while preserving excellent display appeal.
Fully loaded original military ammunition crates have become increasingly difficult to locate as the majority were opened and broken down during military surplus liquidation. Complete examples retaining their original ammunition offer considerably greater collector appeal than empty containers and are sought after by military ammunition collectors, Browning M2 enthusiasts, and Cold War militaria collectors alike.

***Please see pictures for condition and wear***

SHIPPING INFORMATION:
AMMUNITION MUST SHIP IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS.
AMMUNITION CANNOT BE SHIPPED TO RESTRICTED JURISDICTIONS.
ADULT SIGNATURE MAY BE REQUIRED WHERE APPLICABLE.
BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING THEIR LOCAL LAWS PRIOR TO PURCHASE.

PAYMENT OPTIONS:
*MONEY ORDER
*CERTIFIED CHECK
*CASHIER'S CHECK
*CREDIT CARD

SALES TAX:
PURCHASES ARE SUBJECT TO SALES TAX WHERE APPLICABLE.

STATE & LOCAL LAWS:
CHECK YOUR LOCAL LAWS PRIOR TO OR PURCHASING. IT IS THE BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO KNOW IF HE/SHE CAN LEGALLY OWN, RECEIVE, OR POSSESS AMMUNITION BEFORE PLACING AOR MAKING A PURCHASE.

NATIONAL ARMORY
1300 BRODHEAD ROAD, UNIT K
MOON TOWNSHIP, PA 15108

DISCLAIMER
This crate remains sealed and has not been opened by National Armory. Contents are represented according to the original exterior crate markings only. Due to age, storage history, and surplus military origin, ammunition should be inspected by the buyer prior to use. National Armory makes no guarantee regarding ballistic performance, ignition reliability, pressure characteristics, internal packaging configuration, or corrosive status. Buyers should assume surplus ammunition may require enhanced cleaning procedures after firing and should evaluate all ammunition before use in any firearm. Buyer assumes all responsibility for safe handling, storage, transportation, legal compliance, and use. All sales are final.

Rifle Caliber: .50 BMG

Price: $1,349.99
Shipping: $99.99
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