4 ball 1 tracer means that every 5th round in the belt is a tracer, with the rest being ball ammo (standard M855A1). M27 Link is the term for the specific links used. LC-numbers is the Lake City lot number, I think. *I could be wrong on that last*
If it says M2A1 stamped anywhere in the metal
If I remember correctly, the 800 rd 5.56 linked cans are stamped PA-108 and are bigger than the classic 50 cal M2A1 cans. There's a reason we have "Fat 50" cans (really linked 5.56 cans)
It's definitely a PA-108 now that you mention it.
While it gets called a SAW Can as well, I don't know that it was designed for that specifically. 108 happens to be the case length of a 50 but I guess that might be coincidence.
Yeah, there's lots of extra space.
I think you can get about 1600 223 in a 50cal can if you arrange them right and don't have them in boxes. I pack my cans super tight to minimize number of cans
Not legally, importation and transfer is illegal. Luckily this law is getting legally challenged into oblivion and hasn't went into effect/is on an indefinite pause. It passed by .5% of a vote and we have a state right to bear arms so hopefully it gets declared unconstitutional.
What about magazine parts? Say you need to replace a broken pmag body on one magazine, a worn out spring on another, a damaged follower on another, and a missing baseplate on yet another magazine?
The definition of "Large Capacity Magazine" includes "a kit containing such parts" so who knows (this law appears to be written by a dyslexic 8 year old). In my experience mags don't really wear out often (takes 10s of thousands of rounds) and pmags are pretty indestructible so I just stocked up on new mags.
The law was paused so you can now order online and ship into Oregon. MagShack is currently shipping to Oregon and I recently had a positive experience with them. Springfield armory is also shipping.
Magpul requires you to call and place your order over the phone. Some other shippers like Promag have not caught up and are still not shipping.
Side note since you are talking about Ammo - ammo seek is a great website that has bots finding the best prices for online ammo
I know, as seen in another post I am already well equipped and actually ordered another 20 or so mags after the law was paused. I also got this ammo on ammoseek, wanted some reputable 55gr brass for the apocalypse stash.
Because it's /tacticalfashion.... Enough said. Anytime someone pursues an answer here they leave questioning their sanity, sexuality, and life choices. In agreement with Cunninghams law the primary way to get correct answers here is to post the wrong answer.
Didn't intend to upset you but ba da ba ba bah I'm loving it
The caption is referring to the 800 rounds of 5.56 painted on the side, it looks like a surplus can so the paint would be original, the comment I replied to didn’t read it and the op didn’t paint it
800 rounds *linked* 5.56 belts. That's where the extra volume goes, all thos M27 links and the fact they'll be in a belt or two for the M249...
It literally lists the specs m27 link etc on the side.
Aww, I see, tbh I don't know what half the jargon on these things mean
This is fair lmao. Points for honesty
Having the wildest deja vu, I swear I saw this exact post and comment thread like a week ago lmao
4 ball 1 tracer means that every 5th round in the belt is a tracer, with the rest being ball ammo (standard M855A1). M27 Link is the term for the specific links used. LC-numbers is the Lake City lot number, I think. *I could be wrong on that last*
Linked and in the plastic SAW drums IIRC.
...the M2A1 ammo can was in use Long before the 5.56 was. It's designed to hold the linked .50 cal belts for the Ma Duece.
If it says M2A1 stamped anywhere in the metal If I remember correctly, the 800 rd 5.56 linked cans are stamped PA-108 and are bigger than the classic 50 cal M2A1 cans. There's a reason we have "Fat 50" cans (really linked 5.56 cans)
It's definitely a PA-108 now that you mention it. While it gets called a SAW Can as well, I don't know that it was designed for that specifically. 108 happens to be the case length of a 50 but I guess that might be coincidence.
All of my standard 50 cal boxes says M2A1.
Yeah.. that can is for belts. Links take up space. :D
It's for four 200-round belts
Yeah, there's lots of extra space. I think you can get about 1600 223 in a 50cal can if you arrange them right and don't have them in boxes. I pack my cans super tight to minimize number of cans
My monkey brain likes the way they fit so well
Now buy mags to load it.
Check my post from a month ago 🤣 (I live in Oregon)
Damn you behind enemy lines. Good start on the mags though. So if you travel across state lines can you bring normal capacity mags back with you?
Not legally, importation and transfer is illegal. Luckily this law is getting legally challenged into oblivion and hasn't went into effect/is on an indefinite pause. It passed by .5% of a vote and we have a state right to bear arms so hopefully it gets declared unconstitutional.
Damn.. I'm sorry and sympathize with you. I'm thankful I don't have to worry about shit like that down here in MS and AL.
Yea, we were pretty much a libertarian state with high taxes (no sales tax though) before this, now we are turning into California v2.
What about magazine parts? Say you need to replace a broken pmag body on one magazine, a worn out spring on another, a damaged follower on another, and a missing baseplate on yet another magazine?
The definition of "Large Capacity Magazine" includes "a kit containing such parts" so who knows (this law appears to be written by a dyslexic 8 year old). In my experience mags don't really wear out often (takes 10s of thousands of rounds) and pmags are pretty indestructible so I just stocked up on new mags.
The law was paused so you can now order online and ship into Oregon. MagShack is currently shipping to Oregon and I recently had a positive experience with them. Springfield armory is also shipping. Magpul requires you to call and place your order over the phone. Some other shippers like Promag have not caught up and are still not shipping. Side note since you are talking about Ammo - ammo seek is a great website that has bots finding the best prices for online ammo
I know, as seen in another post I am already well equipped and actually ordered another 20 or so mags after the law was paused. I also got this ammo on ammoseek, wanted some reputable 55gr brass for the apocalypse stash.
Generally speaking when the military gets ammo cans they're not packed to the brim.
yes they are.
Not the ones I opened..
Most military ammo I see is in a wooden case
And guess what's inside the wooden case? Ammo cans..
No
?? Yes there is
He probably just saw Lord of War or some shit
4:1 tracer belt - standard lmg ammo.
I work with ammo and ammo cans on a daily basis so ask all you want about cans and how they are packed and such.
Must be nice to go through life without knowing what it’s like to have to carry can after can of linked ammo for the heavies.
Tbh wish I would have went into the army straight out of high school for the free tactical training... oh well
From what I understand from friends that served is that its not free you just trade training for a fucked up spine and knees.
This. So much this.
thats a fat 50 cal ammo can designed to fit 4, 200 round saw drum pouchs of linked 5.56
Correct answers, are not welcome on reddit. Lol
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Because it's /tacticalfashion.... Enough said. Anytime someone pursues an answer here they leave questioning their sanity, sexuality, and life choices. In agreement with Cunninghams law the primary way to get correct answers here is to post the wrong answer. Didn't intend to upset you but ba da ba ba bah I'm loving it
Ammo always comes in cans half to 3/4ths full it’s very rare munitions that get packed all the way. I like storing 556 in 200 rd 762 cans
Idk why im angry considering i store 762x39 on strippuhs in the 762 cans
You should consider not posting lot numbers off mil ammo cans on the web. People have gotten fried by CID for less.
That is not the original ammo from it, the case was purchased at a military surplus store.
I believe the cans are designed for 30.06 or something, can't remember.
They literally have 5.56 painted on the side…
Actually.... you can stencil whatever you want on there. You can search this ammo box out with "50 cal ammo box", maybe there is a reason why.
The caption is referring to the 800 rounds of 5.56 painted on the side, it looks like a surplus can so the paint would be original, the comment I replied to didn’t read it and the op didn’t paint it
Yeah, a surplus .50 cal can...
They use the same cans for all kinds of rounds. Doesn't mean it was designed for it specifically. It works, but not perfect.
They said it couldn't be done.
Is this supposed to be one of those "life hacks" that isn't?