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LAMP BLACKOUT M201
WOA1437
Blackout Lamp M201
Blackout lamp for Hotchkiss M201
Blackout lamp specific to the Hotchkiss M201. This blackout lamp was mounted on the left-hand wing and served to guarantee minimal light output during night operations. The M201 version has a characteristic angular profile that differs from the original American Willys MB/Ford GPW models.
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Type Blackout lamp |
Application Hotchkiss M201 |
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Mounting Left-hand wing |
Design Angular profile (M201 type) |
Features
- M201-specific profile with angular housing
- Different from original US Willys/Ford version
- Wing mounting with protection guard
- Dispenses narrow light beam for tactical blackout
- Complete with mounting hardware
★ Authentic reproduction of the distinctive M201 blackout lamp with the typical angular profile as applied by Hotchkiss.
Application
This blackout lamp was fitted to Hotchkiss M201 jeeps, particularly on early 6V versions (1955-early 1960s). Later 24V M201 models often no longer had a blackout lamp fitted. The lamp was installed on the left-hand wing, together with a protection guard.
Installation notes
Mounting is effected on the left-hand wing via a support bracket with protection ring. Note: the M201 blackout lamp has a different profile from the American Willys MB/Ford GPW version. The wiring runs through the hollow mounting bolt or via a separate opening in the housing.
Compatibility
Specific to Hotchkiss M201. NOT suitable for Willys MB or Ford GPW – these use a different blackout lamp design with round profile. The M201 lamp has a characteristic angular design. Check your vehicle's voltage (6V or 24V) for the correct lamp and fitting.
Historical context
The blackout lamp formed part of the tactical blackout equipment of military vehicles, designed to prevent detection by enemy air forces during night operations. Hotchkiss developed its own design for the M201 with an angular profile, differing from the original American version.
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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.
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This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |