Original Soviet WWII Inert 50mm Mortar Round with Fuze & German Markings for Capture and Reissue

Original Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful example of a well-preserved Soviet WWII 50mm Mortar Round, as used with the RM-38 and RM-41 mortar systems. This example is stamped on the side with 205, denoting it as captured and usable in the German 5cm Granatwerfer 36. The RM-38 was a Soviet 50 mm light infantry mortar. The barrel was clamped at two elevation angles only - 45 and 75 degrees. Range variations were made by altering a sleeve round the base of the barrel. This sleeve opened a series of gas ports which bled off exhaust gasses and so determined the range.

The project was deemed overly complex and expensive, and was only produced for a short time, before being replaced by the Model 1939. Despite the small number produced, some fell into German hands in 1941, who introduced them as the 5 cm Granatwerfer 205/1(r).

Unloaded or dummy grenades, artillery shell casings, and similar devices, which are cut or drilled in an BATF-approved manner so that they cannot be used as ammunition components for destructive devices, are not considered NFA weapons. This example is in total compliance and is NOT AVAILABLE FOR EXPORT.

The round is in very good condition and retains much of its original finish, with pitting in several places. The fins are still present with minimal bending on the edges. The fuze cover is unscrewable and the fuze is retained underneath. The fuse assembly is also still able to be removed properly to inspect the interior. The fuze base is stamped 129-39r, denoting a 1939 date. 

The mortar measures 8 3/8” long overall. 

Comes ready for further research and display.