2 pdr Armour Piercing Projectile

Accession Number REL34801
Collection type Technology
Object type Munition
Physical description Copper, Steel
Maker Unknown
Place made Australia
Date made 1942
Conflict Second World War, 1939-1945
Description

2 pdr armour piercing anti tank projectile made from cast steel. The projectile features a copper driving and a crimp ring. The primer has been removed. Markings - 2 AP 2 RP LT; 1942 (BROAD ARROW).

History / Summary

2 pdr armour piercing projectile used by Australian antitank units during the Second World War.

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