5-Gallon Water Can

CAN,WATER,MILITARY

7240-00-089-3827NSN unverified

The standard 5-gallon (20-liter) rigid plastic military water can with a wide-mouth screw cap and small vented pour opening. Used for hauling and storing potable water in the field.

FSC: 7240 — Standard Containers

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MIL-C-43613 Type 1 container; issued in tan and other colors under the same NSN per vendor listings. Distinguished from fuel cans by its single center handle and cap design.

A soldier carries a tan plastic 5-gallon military water can marked "US" and "WATER" through an obstacle course. — Public domain — U.S. federal government work (Army National Guard photo) · Sgt. Darron Salzer, U.S. Army National Guard · sourcePhoto unverified

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