UNIT SEELITE HEADLAMP 12 VOLTS

WC52WC53WC54WC55WC56EARLY MBMBEARLY GPWM201
Manual available
45,22 €
BTW: 7,85 €
SKU:  WOA1033-12US
GTIN (EAN,ISBN): 12

WOA1033-12US

My Wishlist
War Dept specs from the original Technical Manual — click to open

Seelite Headlamp Unit 12 Volt

Replica with Corcoran Brown marking

Complete Seelite-type headlamp unit for 12 volt electrical systems. Suitable for vehicles originally supplied with 6 volt and later converted to 12 volt. Fitted with glass lens, reflector and Corcoran Brown marking according to WWII specifications.

Type

Seelite replica

Voltage

12 Volt

Size

PAR 46 (5¾" diameter)

Connection

3-pin fitting

Features

  • Complete lamp unit with reflector and glass lens
  • Corcoran Brown marking on rear
  • 12 volt version for converted vehicles
  • Main and dipped beam function
  • PAR 46 size – standard military dimension

★ Reproduction of the classic Seelite headlamp as originally produced by Corcoran Brown. Suitable for use in military vehicles converted from 6 to 12 volt.

Application

This 12 volt Seelite unit is intended for WWII military vehicles originally supplied with 6 volt but later converted to 12 volt. Originally, Seelite lamps were fitted in 6 volt on jeeps, Dodge WC 3/4 ton lorries, and other military vehicles. Fits in standard headlamp buckets with possibly minor modifications to the retaining clip (additional notches).

Installation notes

Note: The lamp unit may require additional notches in the retaining ring for some original headlamp buckets. Many WWII headlamp buckets have already been modified in the past. Check the fitting before installation. Rated voltage is often slightly higher (up to 14V) to provide protection against voltage spikes from the regulator.

Compatibility

ONLY suitable for 12 volt systems. Do NOT use this lamp on original 6 volt systems – for these, the 6 volt Seelite variant is required. When converting from 6 to 12 volt, all other lamps, voltage regulator and possibly fuel gauge must also be modified. For sealed beam alternatives: look for number 4431 (12V) instead of 4031 (6V).

Historical context

Corcoran Brown was during WWII an important manufacturer of Seelite brand headlamps for military vehicles. The PAR 46 size was used as standard on jeeps and 3/4 ton lorries, whilst larger vehicles such as CCKW lorries received the larger PAR 56 version. Original Seelite units are sought after by collectors and are characterised by a production date stamped on the rear.

This description was generated automatically. Unsure about fitment? Contact us at info@willys.be.

⚠ Spotted an error in this description? Report it to info@willys.be

Restoration part — not a ready-to-fit product

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.

COMPATIBLE_MODELS EARLY MB, MB, M201, EARLY GPW
ALL_CATEGORIES : electricity front dodge

This part fits:

ModelYears
Military jeeps
Willys MB (early)1941, 1942
Willys MB1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Ford GPW (early)1942
Hotchkiss M2011956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966
Dodge
Dodge WC52 weapons carrier (winch)1942, 1943, 1944, 1945
Dodge WC53 carryall1942, 1943, 1944
Dodge WC54 ambulance1942, 1943, 1944
Dodge WC55 gun motor carriage1942, 1943
Dodge WC56 command car1942, 1943, 1944, 1945

📐 Diagrams & technical drawings

From the original Technical Manual TM 9-808 — Technical Manual — only for Dodge ¾-ton 4×4 (WC series)

Ignition system
Ignition system
Page 203–209
Lighting system
Lighting system
Page 221–231