GLASS WINDSHIELD FORD RH
WOA2478F
Windscreen Glass Right Hand (RH) Ford GPW
Laminated safety glass with Ford marking
Reproduction windscreen glass for the right-hand side of the Ford GPW, manufactured in laminated safety glass. This glass is part of the two-piece split windscreen system characteristic of the WWII ¼-ton jeep.
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Material Laminated safety glass |
Position Right (RH) |
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Ford part no. FM-GPW-1103100, FM-GPW-1128267 |
Ordnance group 1811A (SNL G-503) |
Features
- Original Willys part number: WO-A-2478
- Ford part numbers: FM-GPW-1103100, FM-GPW-1128267
- Government Group: 1811A per SNL G-503
- Laminated safety glass conforming to WWII specification
- Compatible with glass seal A-2479
★ Reproduction to original specifications. The windscreen glass is supplied individually — for a complete windscreen, two pieces are required (left + right).
Application
Ford GPW (1941-1945). Fits the inner windscreen frame assembly (WO-A-3210 / FM-GPW-1103010). Originally marked 'FORD SAFETY GLASS' at the bottom right.
Installation notes
Fit with glass seal A-2479 (rubber or self-adhesive tape). Glass is slid into the inner frame and secured with original clips (WO-A-2227). Check the condition of the seals before fitting — aged seals may cause cracking during installation.
Compatibility
This is specific windscreen glass for Ford GPW with Ford marking. For Willys MB, glass with Willys marking is used (typically LOF HI-TEST SAFETY PLATE or TRIPLEX PLATE). Technically both variants are identical in dimensions and can be interchanged, but for correct restoration the proper marking is essential. Does NOT fit Hotchkiss M201 (different frame configuration) or CJ-2A without modifications.
Historical context
The Ford GPW and Willys MB featured a characteristic two-piece split windscreen system with square corners. The laminated safety glass was produced by manufacturers such as Libbey-Owens-Ford (Toledo, Ohio) for Ford GPW, with the marking 'FORD SAFETY GLASS'. This technology, invented in 1909, prevented glass fragments from being ejected in a collision — essential for military use.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Ford GPW (early) | 1942 |
| Ford GPW | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 9-1803B — Ordnance Maintenance — Power Train, Body & Frame — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (¼-ton 4×4)
