| TYPE: US Army M14A1 Tank Gas Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1960 |
| FREQUENCY: Rare |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-073 |
| NOTES: After W.W.II, it was apparent that a better protective mask for tank crews was needed. This resulted in the M14 Tank Gas Mask in 1953, which was later updated and designated the M14A1 (at right). The M14A1 had no inner mask and thus was somewhat prone to fogging. The filter unit used with the M14A1 was equipped to be connected to a tanks forced air system, but could also be used outside the tank by removing the rubber connector. A microphone cord was also fitted to allow radio communications while the mask was in use inside the tank. The M14A1 is somewhat difficult to find today as it was replaced by the M14A2 and then by the more common M24/M25 series masks. |
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| PRICE: $115 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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| TYPE: US Army M14A2 Tank Gas Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1961 |
| FREQUENCY: Rare |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-074 |
| NOTES: The M14A2 was basically an upgrade to the M14A1 that included an inner nose cup to help reduce fogging. In general, the M14A2 is very similar to the later M24/M25 series mask with only a few differences. The M14A2 is quite scarce today as few were made before the switch to the M24/M25 series. |
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| PRICE: $140 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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TYPE: US Army ABC-M24 Chemical-Biological Aircraft
TYPE: Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1962 |
| FREQUENCY: Uncommon |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-075 |
| NOTES: After a few modifications were made to the M14A1 Tank Mask, the US standardized the ABC-M24 Chemical-Biological Aircraft Mask. Like the M14A1, the M24 was equipped with a microphone attachment. However, the M24 used a male connector instead of the female connector used on the tank masks. This is perhaps the best way to tell the M24 apart from the M25 series. With the implementation of the M24, a inner mask was installed, which kept the mask from excessive fogging while in use. Aside from this modification, the M14A1 and the M24 are virtually identical. The M24 can still be found today on the surplus market in good used condition, but it is more common to find the M25A1 Tank Mask. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M25A1 Chemical-Biological Tank Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1963 |
| FREQUENCY: Common/Uncommon |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-076 |
| NOTES: Like the M24, the M25A1 Tank Mask was an upgrade to the M14A1 Tank Mask. It used the same basic features found on the M24, however a female microphone connector was used to allow the mask to be linked to the tank's radio communications system. The M25A1 also had a special filter unit that could be attached to the tanks forced air system. The M25A1 was also accompanied by a butyl rubber hood and a tinted visor overlay. The M25A1 is quite common today and can still be found in excellent condition. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M17 Gas Mask (Early Mfg.) |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1959 |
| FREQUENCY: Rare |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-077 |
| NOTES: In effort to solve some of the problems found with the M9 series masks, the Army began work on a new lightweight mask that offered more comfort and compactness, while maintaining a high level of protection. The results were standardized the M17 Field Protective Gas Mask in 1959. The M17 went on to be another of the most successful masks ever made, as it was copied by at least four other countries. The mask pictured at right, was most likely manufactured very early on, and is possibly a final prototype for the M17. The US Chemical Warfare Service insignia was molded into the front of the face piece, a feature not found on the standardized version. |
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| PRICE: $315 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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| TYPE: US Army XM27 (Silicone) |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1966 |
| FREQUENCY: Very Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-200 |
| NOTES: This particular mask was made in 1966, from transparent silicone. It was an experimental design based on the M17. The mask was designed to be folded and stored in a very small carrier, similar to the XM28 concept. Originally, the silicone would have been completely transparent, but silicone yellows over time, giving this mask the amber appearance. These maskks are extremely rare today, as few were likely made. |
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| TYPE: US Army M17 Field Protective Gas Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1959 |
| FREQUENCY: Common |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-078 |
| NOTES: At right, the common M17 series gas mask is pictured. This mask was designed to be an upgrade to the successful M9 series gas mask. The M17 eliminated the need for a bulky external filter canister, which also made the mask more suitable for both left and right handed soldiers. The mask used two "pork-chop" filter elements that were held in cheek pockets on either side of the mask. The cheek filters proved to be lightweight and efficient in the field. A voice-mitter was also implemented and from this point forward, was a standard feature on all US masks to follow. The M17 was also issued with a protective butyl rubber hood and eye lens outserts. The M17 was used during the Vietnam war, frequently by law enforcement during anti-war protests in the US. The M17 was manufactured in large numbers, and can easily be found today on the surplus market. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M17A1/M17A2 Field Protective Gas Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1966 |
| FREQUENCY: Common |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-079 |
| NOTES: In 1966, a drinking tube was added to the M17 gas mask, which resulted in the M17A1 Field Protective Gas Mask. In addition, the M17A1 was also issued with a resuscitation tube, which could be used to deliver CPR between two masked soldiers. In 1983, the M17A1 was changed to the M17A2, after an extra small size was introduced. Overall however, there is no difference between the M17A1 and M17A2. Like the earlier M17 series, the M17A1 and M17A2 was also issued with a protective butyl hood and eye lens outserts. The M17A2 is best known for it's heavy use in the Gulf War. When the struggle in the Middle-East broke out, the M17A2 was still the Army's standard mask. Here is where the M17A2 was really put to the test. It was a result of this war that lead to the development of yet an even better protective mask. The M17A2 was manufactured in large numbers and can be found readily on the surplus market. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M17A1/M17A2 Field Protective Gas Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1966 |
| FREQUENCY: Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-146 |
| NOTES: This rare version of the M17A2 was equipped with a special microphone housing on the front of the mask. This mask was most likely used with a microphone and head-set for vehicle crew members. The remaining component of the mask are identical to the standard issue M17A2. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: XM-29 |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. mid 1970s |
| FREQUENCY: Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-136 |
| NOTES: The XM-29 series of masks were experimental designs that eventually lead to the standardization of the MCU-2/P (below). Originally, there were four types built, one each for combat, armor, aviation and special purpose. They all used a single, integrated lens made from transparent silicone rubber. However, it was found that the lens coating was problematic, and prone to excessive scratching. These problems lead to further experimentation and the development of the XM-30 series. XM-29 masks are very rare today, as few were made and many discarded. |
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TYPE: US Navy/Air Force MCU-2/P Chemical-Biological
TYPE: Mask (Scott) |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1980s |
| FREQUENCY: Uncommon/Rare |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Navy/Air Force |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-080 |
| NOTES: The MCU-2/P was the result of much experimentation that took place during the 1970s. Originally designated the XM30, the MCU-2/P was manufactured entirely of translucent silicone rubber with a large plastic visor. This feature gave the mask an excellent field of view. The mask also implemented the use of a left or right side filter inlet assembly and voice-mitter. The MCU-2/P also made use of a drinking tube like the M17A1/A2 series masks. Problems with the use of silicone rubber resulted in the dropping of the XM30 project by the Army, however, the US Air Force liked the design and standardized the mask the MCU-2/P (Mask, Chemical Uniform-2/P). At right, an early version of the MCU-2/P made by Scott Aviation is pictured. This version, made entirely of silicone rubber, is not as common as the later gray silicone versions. |
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| PRICE: $220 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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TYPE: US Navy/Air Force MCU-2/P Chemical-Biological
TYPE: Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1980s |
| FREQUENCY: Common |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Navy/Air Force |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-081 |
| NOTES: After standardization, the MCU-2/P was manufactured in large numbers using gray silicone rubber. The mask also came issued with a protective butyl hood that was worn over the head, neck and upper shoulders. The MCU-2/P was used extensively during the Gulf War along side the M17A2. The MCU-2/P was later upgraded to the MCU-2A/P when a microphone connector was added to the voice-mitter assembly. While the MCU-2/P is quite common on the surplus market, the later MCU-2A/P seems to be more abundant. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Navy/Air Force MCU-2A/P Chemical-Biological TYPE: Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1980s |
| FREQUENCY: Common |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Navy/Air Force |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-082 |
| NOTES: Under a new contract, the MCU-2A/P upgrade was manufactured by ILC and MSA. The voice-mitter assembly was reworked to incorporate a female microphone connector. This is the easiest way to tell the MCU-2/P from the MCU-2A/P. Both used the same carrier and protective butyl hood. Toward the end of the Gulf War, the MCU series masks were phased out and replaced by the M40 series. The MCU-2A/P is for some reason more common on the surplus market than the earlier MCU-2/P. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army XM40 Field Protective Mask (ILC/Dover) |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1980s |
| FREQUENCY: Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-083 |
| NOTES: This early M40 prototype is quite unusual when compared to other M40 prototypes. It's construction is somewhat loose, and obviously an example design. Quite different from the final M40 design, this mask uses an entirely different drinking tube system and voice-mitter assembly. When examining the the development of modern US Army gas masks, the evolution can be clearly seen when prototype examples are compared. This mask is definitely scarce on the collector's market, for obvious reasons. |
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| PRICE: $475 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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| TYPE: US Army XM40 Field Protective Mask (ILC/Dover) |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1980s |
| FREQUENCY: Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-084 |
| NOTES: This M40 prototype, made by ILC/DOVER, uses a drinking tube/voice-mitter assembly that is very similar to the earlier M17A2 mask. The XM42 also used this design, but incorporated a microphone connection wire that protruded from the voice-mitter area. The evolution from the M17 to the M40 can be clearly seen in the XM40. This mask is definitely scarce on the collector's market, for obvious reasons. |
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| PRICE: $475 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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| TYPE: US Army M40 Field Protective Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1987 |
| FREQUENCY: Common |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-085 |
| NOTES: After years of experimentation, the M40 series was born. The M40 Field Protective Mask was made of silicone rubber, despite several known issues with silicon concerning its protective integrity when exposed to mustard gas and other similar agents. For this reason it was also issued with a protective Butyl rubber hood. The M40 was later updated in 1992 and designated the M40A1. The M40 is now readily available on the surplus market. |
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| PRICE: $80 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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| TYPE: US Army M40A1 Field Protective Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1992 |
| FREQUENCY: Uncommon |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-086 |
| NOTES: In 1992, the M40 series was reworked with a better nose cup and a new Butyl protective hood. The new hood required a rubber "second skin" that covered the entire mask's face piece This new design offered a higher level of protection against penetrating NBC agents and also made it easier to don the protective hood. The M40A1 is not as plentiful on the surplus market as few have been released as surplus. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M40A2 Field Protective Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: late c. 1990s |
| FREQUENCY: Uncommon |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-087 |
| NOTES: Sometime in the late 1990s, the M40A1 was upgraded with a few new features to create the M40A2. The M42A1 was also similarly updated with a new second skin which had a broader lever of protection. Both the M40A2 and the M42A2 are still in use and not yet very common on the surplus market. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M42 Armored Vehicle Protective Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1987 |
| FREQUENCY: Uncommon/Rare |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-088 |
| NOTES: With the M40 Field Protective Mask, the M42 Armored Vehicle Protective Mask was issued. The mask's face piece is more or less identical to the M40, but incorporated a microphone hook up for use inside tanks. The M42 also used a fixed breathing tube that attached to a standard C2 filter canister. When in use, the filter could be connected to the vehicles forced air system via a plastic and metal connector piece that is normally housed in the mask's carrier. The M42 was later updated and designated the M42A1. For some reason, the M42 is not as easy to find on the surplus market. |
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| PRICE: $195 |
| CONDITION: Mask is complete with filter and carrier and in very good condition. |
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| TYPE: US Army M42A1 Armored Vehicle Protective Mask |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1992 |
| FREQUENCY: Uncommon/Rare |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-089 |
| NOTES: In 1992, the M42 was updated to incorporate a wider detachable breathing tube, a better nose cup and a new Butyl hood using the "second skin" system. The mask was now designated the M42A1. Later, in 1995, the mask was reworked again to have a simplified detachable microphone, a better second skin and a larger carrier. This version was designated the M42A2. Both versions are somewhat difficult to come by on the surplus market as they are still in use today. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M43 Type I NBC Aircrew Respirator |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1986 |
| FREQUENCY: Rare/Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-090 |
| NOTES: Due to the need for a protective mask for AH-64 Apache helicopter pilots, the M43 Type I NBC Aircrew Respirator was designed. This mask used a sophisticated system that incorporated forced air, a drinking tube, an integrated Butyl hood and the M171/AIC microphone. The Type I also had a special notched eye piece that could be used with the AH-64 Integrated Helmet and Display Sighting System (IHADSS). While the whole setup is quite bulky, it provides the protection needed for the pilot. The M43 was later significantly updated and designated the M48. Both M43 types are still quite scarce on the surplus market as few were released into the public. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army M43 Type II NBC Aircrew Respirator |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1986 |
| FREQUENCY: Rare/Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-091 |
| NOTES: To accommodate other aircrew personnel, the M43 Type II was issued. This mask was more or less identical to the M43 Type I, but it did not have the special notched eye piece and used the M133/U microphone. The M43 was later significantly updated and designated the M48. Both M43 types are still quite scarce on the surplus market as few were released into the public. |
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| PRICE: SOLD! |
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| TYPE: US Army XM44 NBC Respirator |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1990s |
| FREQUENCY: Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-092 |
| NOTES: The US Army XM44 is an experimental mask made during the development of the M45 series masks. It used a sleek, comfortable design and came equipped with a protective butyl hood. When comparing the XM44 with the final M45 mask, the evolution can be clearly seen. The XM44 is very scarce on the surplus market as few were released into the public. |
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| PRICE: Not For Sale |
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| TYPE: US Army M45 NBC Respirator |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1990s |
| FREQUENCY: Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-093 |
| NOTES: The M45 was developed to replace the M40 series masks for both infantry and armored vehicle crews. The mask may have also been used as a replacement for the M43 series on helicopters. Like the earlier M40 series, the M45 came equipped with a drinking mechanism, speech amplifier, and the ability to attach a C2A1 filter canister to either the left or right side of the mask. The M45 also used a specially fitted, butyl rubber hood and eye lens outserts. The mask was issued it a standard olive drab carrier with or without a breathing hose, depending on intended use. It is possible that the infantry version of the M45 did not come with a microphone attachment. The M45 is quite scarce on the surplus market as it was later phased out by the JSGPM (XM50) project. |
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| PRICE: Not For Sale |
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| TYPE: US Army M45 NBC Respirator |
| ALIASES: n/a |
| DATE: c. 1990s |
| FREQUENCY: Scarce |
| USAGE: United States |
| FUNCTION: Army |
| LMàG REFERENCE CODE: US-093 |
| NOTES: The M45 pictured to the right is identical to the above mask, but has the long rubber breathing hose attached. The hose was designed very similarly to the earlier M42A2. |
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| PRICE: Not For Sale |
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