The M34A utility cart was used by American forces during WW2. I discovered a New Old Stock (NOS) axle and hardware kit while cleaning out a relative's garage. Here is a period image of a cart as used during the second world war.
The kit I found appears to be in the shape as it shipped from the factory. The wheel hubs were still covered in paper and most of the hardware appeared to be present.
I filled both tires with air. They appear to use an innertube. Both held 40 pounds of pressure.
The kit came with one axle, and then a second axle that had been cut into pieces. The axle shafts to hold the wheels were still coated in Cosmoline.
Closeup of parts box with hardware
Closeup of wheels and tires.
The kit came with original assembly instructions.
Reference:
- https://smallarmsreview.com/the-m3a4-m4a1-hand-cart/
- http://www.90thidpg.us/Reference/Manuals/ORD%209%20SNL%20A-42%20single.pdf
- https://www.ima-usa.com/products/original-u-s-wwii-1943-m3a4-utility-hand-cart-by-john-wood-manufacturing-company
- https://daviddoylebooks.com/us-military-vehicles-1945/the-us-military-hand-cart
- https://www.facebook.com/groups/2057926004451925
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