Research for Diorama - Topic: Jerrycans

[TRI0N]

I'm currently researching information about equipment used in Vietnam for my Diorama I'm building. The topic I have is Jerrycans.

 

Were all Jerrycans Olive Drab regardless of the contents inside? Were there any distinguishing marks, labels or printing on them?

 

I really could not find any images of them being in colors other than Olive Drab. Not a whole lot of images out there had Jerrycans in them and most of them were black and white. The diorama will be a U.S. Army themed based on Qui Nhon Base West Gate Entry. Example would be a M54A2 leaving the base with escort carrying fuel and supplies ((Jerrycans, Barrels, Ammo, and MRE Boxes) towards Da Nang. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks for any information provided.

[patches]

Here's a site that will get you started.

 

https://forum.finescale.com/t/jerry-and-water-can-colors/189506/6

[doyler]

THe ones for water were different on the old metal cans I recall. THey had a different locking cap that sealed and were painted white on th einside. Also had a W mark on them where the fuel had a G and a screw cap.