L17A1 Medium Calibre Ammo Box - Brand New Genuine Military Surplus

The L17A1 Medium Calibre Ammo Box is a precision-engineered storage container manufactured to UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) Drawing No. SV575A. Designed for the secure transport of medium calibre munitions, this vertical-format steel box offers a high-capacity storage solution with a focus on environmental sealing and mechanical durability. Unlike used army surplus often found on the market, these units are in brand new condition, finished in Service Brown (BS-499) and built to the rigorous L9994 specification for long-term service life in demanding environments.

Technical Specifications & Build

• Material Construction: Fabricated from high-tensile steel with a protective wet paint coating applied in accordance with L9994 standards.

• Corrosion Protection: Features an industrial-grade pre-treatment of either etching primer or zinc phosphate to prevent rust and degradation in damp conditions.

• Environmental Seal: Equipped with a chloroprene rubber gasket (to BS2752) within the lid, ensuring the contents remain protected from dust and water ingress.

• Secure Closure: Features a heavy-duty folding lever-lock clasp that provides high compression on the seal while remaining easy to operate with gloved hands.

• Integrated Portability: Includes a low-profile, sturdy carry handle for manual handling and transport.

Precise Dimensions

Internal Dimensions:

• Length: 12.00” – 12.04”

• Width: 5.56” – 5.60”

• Depth (Height): 13.13” – 13.29”

External Dimensions:

• Maximum Length: 13.31” (338mm)

• Maximum Width: 6.30” (160mm)

• Maximum Height: 13.98” (355mm)

Practical Use Cases

The L17A1's vertical orientation and robust seal make it a practical choice for several civilian and industrial applications:

• Marine & Transit Storage: The chloroprene seal makes these ideal for use on boats or in open truck beds to keep tools and spares dry.

• Workshop Organisation: Excellent for vertical storage of heavy hardware, welding rods, or power tool batteries.

• Secure Archiving: The uniform dimensions allow for efficient stacking in storage units for protecting documents or sensitive equipment from moisture.

Condition & Authenticity

This item is genuine military surplus and is confirmed as Brand New. It has been manufactured to UK MOD specifications and has never been filled, issued, or subjected to field use. As these are industrial-grade service items, very minor storage marks or paint chips may be present from factory handling, but the boxes are functionally perfect and represent the highest standard of British military-issue storage.