BRACKET MAST BASE MP50 MARKED USA
MP50US
Mast Base Bracket MP50 Marked USA
Mounting bracket for radio aerial
Reproduction of the original MP50 aerial mounting bracket as used on military jeeps for the attachment of radio aerials. This bracket is mounted at the left rear corner of the vehicle and serves as a solid mounting point for the aerial mast base.
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Material Steel |
Origin Made in USA |
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Marking USA marked |
Application Radio aerial mounting |
Features
- USA marked reproduction
- For mounting AB-15 or MP-65 aerial masts
- Mounting hole diameter approx. 2 inches (50mm)
- Used in combination with L-bracket for body mounting
- Suitable for military radio installations
★ This reproduction is manufactured in the USA to original specifications and provided with USA marking, as found on authentic WWII radio equipment.
Installation notes
The MP50 is mounted in combination with an L-shaped body bracket which is attached to the rear of the vehicle, with the short side against the driver's side. The bracket should be pre-drilled according to the mounting location for your specific vehicle variant. Mounting is preferably done forward of the wheel, near the grab handle bracket.
Compatibility
Used for mounting AB-15 aerial mast base (with MS-116/117/118 sections) or MP-65 mast base. Not to be confused with the MP-48 base which has different mounting requirements. The corresponding L-bracket differs per vehicle type (M38 versus M38A1) due to different body widths.
Historical context
The MP50 mounting bracket was used as standard from WWII onwards for military radio communication installations such as the SCR-694 set. The bracket remained in use through the M38A1 period and was later replaced by newer aerial systems.
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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 | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
📐 Diagrams & technical drawings
From the original Technical Manual TM 10-1513 — Maintenance Manual — only for Willys MB / Ford GPW (1942)
