105MM M14 Type I Artillery Cases – United States – World War II (1944)

(CLO0_003_3196)

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Set of two 105 mm caliber artillery cases model M14 Type I, produced in 1944 in the United States for use in the M2A1 howitzer (later designated M101). Both parts retain their complete engraved markings, including manufacturing batches, year, and primer type (M1B1A2), with circular machining characteristic of American design. The breeches of one of them bear the inscription "MEXCO 1944", which indicates the subcontracting of components or assembly in Mexico for the Allied war effort.

🔍 Details of the parts:

1. 105MM M14 Type I Sheath – LOP – 1944

• Gauge: 105 mm
• Origin: United States
• Year of manufacture: 1944
• Markings:
• "105MM M14 TYPE I"
• "MEXCO 1944"
• Primer: "M1B1A2"
• Lot: "LOP 3-25-44"
• Maker: LOP (possibly Lowell Ordnance Plant) production line
• Weapon System: M2A1 / M101 Howitzer
• Remarks: Machining grooves on bib shorts, surface patina.
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2. 105MM M14 Type I Sheath – LOP – 1944

• Gauge: 105 mm
• Origin: United States
• Year of manufacture: 1944
• Markings:
• "105MM M14 TYPE I"
• Lot: "LOP T1 FSB"
• "1944", "M1B1A2", "49144"
• Weapon System: M2A1 / M101 Howitzer
• Remarks: Culottes engraved with concentric rings. Partially visible "DO NOT LOAD" marking.