Ammunition Identification of this Crate

[Osterhout]

Hey I recently purchased this Box and I'm having trouble this is my first piece of German memorabilia and I am unfamiliar with it, it appears to be rare-ish?, 1939 was the issue date I believe. and is for tropical use, so its most likely been to Africa I believe? thats my extent of knowledge I've been able to find, if anyone could lend a hand at more information, This is the only readable sticker on the crate.
Thanks a lot, Osterhout.

[CBH]

German for sure , ammo of some kind . I'm sure someone will have more information . Welcome to the forum , nice box .

[meyle77]

for use in tropical climate

[kradman]

Looks like 1500 rounds of rifle ammo for Tropical use

[UK Cousin]

I think that the only round that you can fit 1500 in there would be 8mm mauser

[CBH]

The hasp looks to be added , also maybe the handle .

[Gwar]

Don't know if this helps.. But I think it's worth looking into. Just for reference and better study as these don't match your item...

[UK Cousin]

I'll check my steyr 8x56 boxes when I get home. They have a similar label, but odds are 8x57 k98 rounds..

[Neil Hever]

Look up Lone Sentry on the web for label information. Looks to be rifle ammo issued in 1939 for use in tropical climates. Nz Bl. P indicates it contains some kind of special powder called Nitrozellulospulver - apparently some kind of low flash type. NH

[UK Cousin]

Its 8x57 mm k98.. Label matches individual boxes of ammunition for sale on the net with actual ammunition inside. Search images for k98 ammunition label... nice find!