Original U.S. WWII M2 60mm Display Mortar System with 1945-Dated M5 Bipod, M4 Optical Sight with Case & Replica Mortar Rounds
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Original Item: Only One Set Available. Deactivated in accordance with ATF specifications and rendered permanently inert and incapable of discharging any projectile. The tube and base cup are replica components, and the tube wall thickness far exceeds specifications required to chamber or accept a 60 mm projectile. The base cup is a reproduction manufactured without a firing pin. A bore-width hole was drilled into the side and a metal bar welded on the interior anyway. Not available for export.
Offered here is an impressive non-firing replica WWII U.S. M2 60mm mortar tube paired with original WWII-issue components, including the bipod, base plate, and barrel sling. There are also some replica mortar rounds and an original husk for display. Completing the set is the highly sought-after M4 mortar sight, housed in its original M14 carrying case—an exceptionally scarce accessory rarely found with complete assemblies.
This display mortar is in very good overall condition and features numerous period markings for further research and study. The tube and base cup are entirely reproduction components and are permanently non-functional, incapable of firing a projectile.
The assembly includes an original adjustable M5 bipod mount and an original base plate. The traverse and elevation (T&E) mechanism functions properly, and the leg angle adjustment operates correctly, though it can be slightly stiff at times—consistent with age and use.
The bipod exhibits multiple stamped markings, including part numbers 7228727 and 7228720, among others. It retains its original data plate reading:
MOUNT, MORTAR
60MM. M5, NO. 945
ORD. DEPT. U.S.A.
READCO 1945
INSP. CJI
This denotes a 1945 date. The baseplate retains some scattered markings and is repainted. The included M4 mortar sight is clearly marked:
SIGHT, M4
STOCK NO. 7579927
SERIAL NO. 123581
Additional stamped part numbers and maker marks are present throughout the assembly. The original leather sight case is marked:
D29377
CASE, CARRYING
M14
The set also comes with two entirely replica 60mm mortar rounds, and one original M49A3 mortar round refurbished with a replica fuze. The original round is stamped 5-73 60MM - M49A3 denoting it as a Vietnam War era example which has been repainted with a replica fuze to appear as a WWII example. The two replica mortars are extremely light and are entirely reproduction. The included round usk has a replica sealing label showing a date of 9-43, a good display piece.
This is a remarkable and visually commanding display piece—ideal as a centerpiece for any World War II or U.S. military collection. Ready to display.
Historical Background
The U.S. M2 60mm mortar was developed as a lighter alternative to the heavier 81mm M1 mortar, intended to provide organic fire support at the infantry company level. Designed to bridge the gap between hand grenades and medium mortars, the M2 followed the standard mortar configuration of the era: a smoothbore tube mounted on a rectangular base plate and supported by a bipod with elevation and traverse controls.
The firing pin was fixed in the base cap of the tube, allowing the mortar to fire automatically when the round was dropped down the barrel. Despite being classified as a light mortar, the M2 offered substantial range compared to similar foreign designs and allowed for a high rate of fire by trained crews. The M2 saw extensive service with both the U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps throughout World War II.
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Totally inert, cannot be converted to an explosive device, not available for export. This item is completely legal within the USA. International Military Antiques, Inc observes all Federal, State and Local laws. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America.
All deactivated ordnance sold by IMA, Inc is engineered to be inoperable according to guidelines provided by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (BATF).
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