WW2 British 3 Inch Mortar Round INERT Broad Arrowed Dated 1945

The WW2 British 3 Inch Mortar Round INERT Broad Arrowed Dated 1945 is an original, deactivated example of the ammunition used by British forces during the Second World War. The 3-inch mortar was a standard support weapon within the British Army, valued for its effective range and capability to provide indirect fire support. This inert round is marked with the Broad Arrow, indicating official British military acceptance, and carries a 1945 date, placing it at the final year of the conflict. Constructed of steel, the round comprises the original body with period markings and has been rendered inert in accordance with legal requirements, ensuring there are no explosive components present. Such items were typically used in conjunction with the Ordnance SBML 3-inch mortar system, which was widely deployed in both European and Pacific theatres. This artillery artefact provides a clear example of mid-20th-century British ordnance design and manufacturing.