Original Item: Only One Available. This is a particularly interesting original German WWII Luftwaffe Lastenfallschirm (cargo parachute), retaining its camouflage silk canopy and original carrying pack. Designed for the aerial delivery of supplies and equipment, this pattern was intended to accommodate loads weighing approximately 150–200 kilograms, as indicated by the surviving manufacturer's data label. The parachute remains stored within its original pack, which was reportedly sent home from Europe during or shortly after the Second World War. Although the canopy has not been fully removed or measured, it appears to remain complete within the pack. The exterior retains its original closure hooks, allowing the assembly to be secured in its packed configuration. Original German WWII cargo parachutes are considerably less frequently encountered than the more familiar personnel parachute equipment, making this an interesting example of Luftwaffe aerial supply equipment.
During WWII, the Luftwaffe employed several types of parachutes for the delivery of personnel, weapons, ammunition, and essential military supplies. While personnel parachutes were designed to support the weight of an individual paratrooper, cargo parachutes required different construction characteristics to accommodate varying loads and equipment configurations. These specialized parachutes played an important role in German airborne operations and aerial resupply, particularly when supplies needed to be delivered to troops operating beyond established ground transportation routes.

The German term Lastenfallschirm translates to cargo parachute or load parachute, identifying equipment specifically designed for dropping supplies rather than personnel. Cargo parachutes could be used in conjunction with suitable containers or equipment loads, allowing aircraft to deliver material to designated landing or supply areas. The 150–200 kilogram designation on this example indicates the load range for which the parachute was intended, reflecting its role in the aerial transport of comparatively substantial quantities of equipment or supplies.
The parachute pack retains a very faded data label, reading:

Lastenfallschirm (150–200 kg)
Gerät-Nr.: 10-481 B–2    …44
Anforderz.: FL…
Werk-Nr.: 240..10?

Unfortunately due to the heavy fading we could not pull all markings, but we did pull that it was a Lastenfallschirm (150–200 kg). We did not pull out the canopy to measure it, but it appears all complete. The hooks still allow for closure of the pack for display. The pack when fully closed up measures roughly 15 x 15 x 11”.

The Luftwaffe Lastenfallschirm represents an important but often overlooked category of German WWII airborne equipment, reflecting the logistical requirements of aerial supply operations. This example is particularly interesting for its surviving camouflage silk canopy, original cargo parachute pack, functional closure hooks, and faded but identifiable 150–200 kilogram load designation. Although the complete condition of the canopy has not been verified and several manufacturing markings remain illegible, the retained components provide a substantial example of wartime German aerial delivery equipment. Its original packed configuration make it a noteworthy addition to a collection focused on Luftwaffe equipment, airborne operations, and the history of military aerial resupply.