Japanese Army Tropical / Summer‑Weight Tanker Helmet

WWII Japanese Army Tropical Tanker Helmet – 1944 Dated, size large – Excellent Condition
Japanese armored units serving in tropical theaters—Pacific Islands, Burma, the Philippines, the Dutch East Indies, and southern China—required headgear that offered protection without the heavy wool and fur padding of the standard winter tanker helmet. To meet these conditions, the Army produced a lightweight, breathable summer‑weight variant specifically for hot, humid climates.
This example is clearly dated 1944 and remains in exceptional condition. The interior cheesecloth lining is completely intact with no tears, and all suspension tongues are present and undamaged. The leather chinstraps and metal ring are also fully intact—an uncommon level of completeness for a tropical‑issue tanker helmet.
Perfect for any collector focusing on IJA armor, tropical theater gear, or mid‑war equipment variations.