WW2 British RAF 20mm Aircraft Cannon Shell HE INERT

The WW2 British RAF 20mm Aircraft Cannon Shell HE INERT is an original, deactivated high-explosive (HE) projectile used by the Royal Air Force during the Second World War. This shell was designed for the 20mm Hispano autocannon, a widely deployed aircraft armament on fighters such as the Supermarine Spitfire and Hawker Hurricane. The shell is made of steel with a brass or steel driving band and is marked accordingly, with visible stampings indicating manufacturer and lot details. It measures approximately 20mm in diameter and retains original features including the hollowed, inert body and an unfilled, empty fuse pocket, ensuring it is safe and complies with legal requirements for display. This piece exemplifies standard RAF munitions technology from the 1940s and is suitable for reference, educational purposes, and historical study related to aviation and military ordnance of the era.