![]() The forehead straps, temple straps, and cheek straps come together at a head pad for ease of fitting. The M17 gas mask can be used in any climatic condition, but the M4 winterization kit is required for temperatures of –20☏ or below. The filter element also includes a laminated particulate filter layer to remove particles and aerosols greater than 3m in diameter. The mask was designed to protect against respiratory gas attacks, biological attacks, and radioactive particles. The M17 eliminated the need for a canister due to filters located in the cheek of the mask. In the M13A2 filter elements, the adsorbent, known as ASC Whetlerite charcoal, is charcoal impregnated with copper oxide and salts of silver and chromium. Specifications Q&A Reviews Product Overview The M17 gas mask was the primary mask issued to US troops in the 1960s, 70s and 80s. The protection is provided by the pads of filter material (M13A2 filter elements) enclosed within “pork chop” cavities molded into the rubber facepiece of the mask. The M17 Field Protective Mask is designed to give protection against respiratory war gases, germ-warfare agents, and airborne radioactive fallout particles. The mask was originally made in three sizes and included a voice transmitter to improve speech transmission. Complete with strap for wearing on hip or over shoulder. All pouches are from the 1960's and 1970’s with most ink stamps legible. With no canister, the mask was made in one configuration, with no need to accomodate left or right-handed canister placement. M17A1 Protective Gas Mask Monday March 21st, 2016 admin Gas Mask, The Vietnam War 15,115 views In 1966, a drinking tube that mates with the M1 canteen cap and a resuscitation tube were added resulting in a change in nomenclature to the M17A1. Item Description Original Item: Vintage US Military M17 Protective Field Mask Gas Mask Bag. ![]() Vietnam Era US M17A1 Gas Mask w/ Bag 1971 Size Medium MSA. ![]() These bags will vary in the style and may show signs of their. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for US M17 Vietnam War Gas Mask 1967 Dated Medium Msa Mfg Vintage Bag & Lens at the best online prices at eBay Free shipping for many products. The M17 Field Protective Mask had a singular new feature: the elimination of the need for a canister by placing lightweight filter material in pockets in the cheek of the mask. They are in used condition, and some are missing straps. The M40 mask was a major change from the M17 mask that was in use and. The M17 Field Protective Mask was developed by the Army Chemical Corps, first issued in 1959 as an improvement on the M9 Gas Mask from the previous decade. GAS MASK BAG: Bag marked US, CARRIER, M40 / M42 MASK Other bags used with this. ![]()
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