WW2 USGI M3 Tripod for M2 Heavy Machinegun
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WW2 USGI M3 Tripod for M2 Heavy Machinegun

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M3T-SURPLUS
$1,299.00 $999.00
(5 reviews)
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Description
Original WWII-production M3 heavy machine gun tripod manufactured 1943–1945, used extensively by U.S. forces in the ETO (European Theater of Operations). These tripods were recovered/post-war released from European government arsenals and legally imported to the U.S.
 
Key Features & Condition:
  • 100% original WW2 U.S.G.I. M3 tripod – no reproductions or postwar welds
  • Designed specifically for the M2HB .50 BMG “Ma Deuce” Browning (also accepts M2 water-cooled with adapter)
  • All leg locks operational
  • Legs extend and lock positively; original bronze bushings intact
  • Weight: approx. 44 lbs
  • Height adjustable from ~18″ to ~36″ (ground to pintle center)
Markings: Vary by manufacturer (Rock Island Arsenal, A.G. Spivey, Saginaw Steering Gear, etc.) and acceptance stamps. Expect typical WW2 ordnance bombs, inspector marks, and occasional unit or rack numbers.Cosmetic Condition: Good to very good field-used condition. Expect honest wartime wear: paint ranging from 30–85%, surface rust/patina in places, possible small dings or weld repairs from period arsenal refurbishment, but no structural damage or missing parts. These are battlefield veterans — each one is unique.
 
Sold in exact “as-imported” condition. No warranty, no returns.
 
A true piece of WWII history that still saw Normandy, the Bulge, and the drive into Germany. Quantities limited — once they’re gone, they’re gone forever.
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Reviews

  • 1
    M3 tripod not Ww2

    Posted by Matt Shrader on 11th Jan 2026

    I’m not in the habit of leaving bad reviews, but these tripods are not all WW2 manufacture. Mine was made by a company that started in business in 1968. Not a big deal to some people but the only reason I bought it is because they were advertised as WW2 production, which they obviously all are not. I even offered to send back on my dime to swap out and got no response back after multiple emails and calls. Nice tripod overall but lots of worn finish and surface rust. Can be easily put back in service but I didn’t receive what was advertised that’s the issue.

  • 1
    False advertising

    Posted by Harvey on 9th Jan 2026

    Not WWII era, broken parts, missing parts, heavy rust. When I contacted Arms Unlimited they doubled down and said all sales are final.

  • 2
    M3 tripod

    Posted by Tim grubb on 8th Jan 2026

    Was as described but was missing parts

  • 1
    M3 Tripod

    Posted by Matt Gurtler on 8th Jan 2026

    These are not all “WWII original” as described. False advertising. I never would have ordered one if I knew I was going to receive a post war tripod. And they won’t exchange or refund my money! Shameful business practices

  • 1
    M3 Tripod

    Posted by JNC on 8th Jan 2026

    Most are not WW2, all are rusty with broken/ missing parts. Apparently there is only one that looks like the photo, the rest do not. With work, they are salvageable