Item probably purchased as a British WW2 type 2" mortar. Similar examples are marketed as this. However 'MORTAR 8*' marking suggests that this is a post-war Belgian example. Inert Illumination round also accessioned under this number
Marks and Stamps: (Base of tube) ?? MORTAR 8* LB (Round) 2 IN M ILL MK2/2 P1 HB&S 12/65 PAccession Number: 267 | Period of Use: 1940s - 1960s |
Type: Other | War Zones: |
Country of Origin: Belgium | Type Date: Unknown |
Manufacturer: Unknown | Serial Number: 0635 |
Manufacture Date: Unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: 2" |
Weight: | Length Overall: |
Cyclic Rate: Single shot | Length Barrel: 525mm |
Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 26429 |