Unknown Markings on Charge/Shell Carrier...

[staples57]

Asking the experts...

I'm trying to help a friend ID some markings on a WW2 shell/charge carrier.

No. 57
III CAN.
V.T. & B. Ltd.
4-1942

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers,
Brad

 

[NZ L1A1 Collector]

The details mean:-

No. 57 (model of Canister)
III (Mark 3 Canister)
CAN (Canister)
VT & BL Ltd (Manufacturer of the Canister)
4 - 1942 (Date of manufacture)