Data Sheets for Guns Howitzers and Morta

TM 43-000 1 -28-3

SUPERSEDES COPY DATED6 APRIL 1981

TECHNICAL MANUAL

DATASHEETS

FOR

GUNS, HOWITZERS, AND MORTARS

INTEROPERABLE AMMUNITION

HEADQUARTERS, DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY

SEPTEMBER 1986

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA LIBRARY

X004948595

WARNING

THE CORE/PENETRATOR OF TARGET PRACTICE ROUNDSCAN CAUSE DAMAGE AND PENETRATE ARMORED

VEHICLES.

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TECHNICAL MANUAL

No. 43-0001-28-3

HEADQUARTERSDEPARTMENT OF THE ARMYWashington, DC, 29 September 1986

DATA SHEETS FORGUNS, HOWITZERS, AND MORTARS

INTEROPERABLE AMMUNITION

REPORTING ERRORS AND RECOMMENDING IMPROVEMENTS

You can help improve this manual. If you find any mistakes or if you know of away to improve the procedures, please let us know. Mail your letter, DA Form2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms), or DA Form

2028-2 located in the back of this manual direct to Commander, US ArmyArmament, Munitions and Chemical Command, ATTN: AMSMC-MAY-T (D),

Dover, New Jersey 07801-5001. A reply will be furnished directly to you.

Paragraph PageCHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION

General 1-1 1-1Purpose 1-2 1-1Scope 1-3 1 IMetric Conversion Chart 1-4 1-1

Key to Common Abbreviations and Symbols 1-5 1-1Quantity-Distance Classes and Storage

Compatibility Groups 1-6 1-3

CHAPTER 2. AMMUNITION FOR GUNS

Cartridge, 105 Millimeter: DM13B1, HVAP-DS(GE) 2-3Metal Container for Cartridge APDS-T, DM13B1 (GE) 2-5Cartridge, 105 Millimeter: APDS-T, M39A2 and M392(DE) 2-7Cartridge, 105 Millimeter: APDS-T, M728 (DE) 2-9Cartridge, 105 Millimeter: HEAT-T, M456A1 (GE, NO, IT*, BE, SP) 2-11Cartridge, 105 Millimeter: TP-T, M490 (IT, SP) 2-13Cartridge, 120K: HEAT-MP-T, DM12A1 2-15Cartridge, 120K: APFSDS-T, DM13 and DM23 2-17Cartridge, 120K: UB-T, DM18 2-19Cartridge, 120K: UB-T, DM38 2-21

Projectile, 175 Millimeter: HE, DM11 (GE) 2-23

CHAPTER 3. AMMUNITION FOR HOWITZERS

Cartridge, 105 Millimeter: HE, Ml (GR, SP) 3-3Projectile, 155 Millimeter: HE DM21 (GE) 3-7Projectile, 155 Millimeter: HE, M107 (Normal and Deep Cavity)

(UK, CA, NL, DA, NO, IT, GR, BE, FR) 3-9

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Projectile, 155 Millimeter: HE, M107B2 (GR, NL) 3-11Projectile, 155 Millimeter: HE.M107C1 (NL) 3-13Projectile, 203 Millimeter, (8-Inch) DM11 (GE) 3-15Projectile, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): HE, M106 (NL* GE, SP, BE*,

DA, IT**, GR, UK*) 3-17Projectile, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): HE.M106C1 (NL) 3-19

CHAPTER 4. AMMUNITION FOR MORTARS

Cartridge, 81 Millimeter: HE, L15A4(UK) (CA) 4-3Cartridge, 81 Millimeter: Illuminating, M301A2 and M301A 1 4-5Cartridge, 81 Millimeter: Illuminating, M301A3 (DE, IT) 4-7Cartridge, 107 Millimeter (4.2 Inch): HE, M329C1 (NL) 4-9Cartridge, 107 Millimeter (4.2-Inch): Illuminating, M335C1 (NL) 4-11Cartridge, 4.2-Inch: HE, M329A1 (NL) 4-13

Cartridge, 4.2-Inch: Illuminating, M335A1 and M335 (GR) 4-15Cartridge, 4.2-Inch Illuminating: M335A2 (GR, BE, NO) 4-17

CHAPTER 5. FUZES

Fuze, Mechanical Time: NR151: (NL*) 5-3Fuze, Mechanical Time and Superquick: M520AI (IT) and M520 (UK)- 5-5Fuze, Mechanical Time and Superquick: M564 (BE, IT, DE, GR) 5-7Fuze, Time: M84(NO, IT) and M84A1 (OK, IT) 5-9

Fuze, Mechanical Time: M565 (NO, GR) 5-11Fuze, Mechanical Time and Superquick: M501 A1 (or M501) (GR) 5-13

Fuze, Point Detonating: DM211 (GE) and Norway (NO) 5-15Fuze, Point Detonating: DM241 (GE) 5-17Fuze, Point Detonating: M557 (NL*, BE*, IT, GR, SP) 5-19Fuze, Point Detonating: M557C1 (NL, DE) 5-21Fuze, Percussion (PD): L35A1 (UK) (CA) 5-23

CHAPTER 6. MISCELLANEOUS

Charge, Propelling, 107 Millimeter (4.2-Inch): M36A1 (NL) 6-3Charge, Propelling, 155 Millimeter: DM42B1 (GE) 6-5Charge, Propelling, 155 Millimeter: M3 Series

(BE, DE, GR, FR, IT, UK) 6-7Charge, Propelling, 155 Millimeter: M4 Series 6-9Charge, Propelling, 155 Millimeter: DM62 (GE) 6-11Charge, Propelling, 155 Millimeter: M3C1 (NL) 6-13

Charge, Propelling, 155 Millimeter: M4C3 (NL) 6-15Charge, Propelling, 175 Millimeter: DM22 (GE) 6-17Charge, Propelling, 155 Millimeter: M4C3 (NL) 6-19

Charge, Propelling, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): DM12 (GE) 6-21Charge, Propelling, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): DM2 (GE) 6-23

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Charge, Propelling, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): Ml(NL*, BE, IT**, DE, GR*, UK*, SP) 6-25Charge, Propelling, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): M1C1 (NL) 6-27Charge, Propelling, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): M2

(NL and BE*, IT**, DA, GR, UK*, SP) 6-29Charge, Propelling, 203 Millimeter (8-Inch): M2C1 (NL) 6-31

Reducer, Flash: DM1 (GE) 6-33Reducer, Flash: M2(T2)(BE) 6-35Reducer, Flash: M3(NLandBE)* 6-37Primer, Percussion: M82 (NL, BE*, PE, GR, SP, UK) 6-39Primer, Percussion: MK2A4 (NL, BE*, NO*, IT, DE, GR, UK, SP) 6-41

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

1-1. GENERAL

As a result of recent agreements betweenthe United States (US) and a number of its

NATO allies, it is intended to establish theinteroperability of many weapon systems andammunition of the various countries. The goal is

to enable the safe and effective firing of majortypes of ammunition of the same size from thesame compatible size and type weapon of theNATO armies. Interoperability criteria are nowrequired for many weapons and ammunition

items in current development. Determinationsare now being made to establish which

ammunition is compatible with which weapons.As these are completed, ammunition items will

be authorized for use in US weapons by changesto the applicable ammunition and weapons

manuals. NATO nations will provide similarauthorization in their manuals. Only authorized

NATO ammunition will be used Those itemscovered in this technical manual have been

authorized. If a munitions item has not beenauthorized, it is because (1) it has not yet beendetermined to be safe to fire from a US weapon

system or (2) it has been determined that themunitions item cannot be safely fired from theUS weapon system.

NOTE

The interchange of munitions withNATO nations is for combinedtraining exercise, i.e., US Army

troops and NATO nation troops. Atthe conclusion of any trainingexercise, munitions drawn from

NATO nation troops and notconsumed (fired) are to be returned

to troops of the NATO nation fromwhom they were obtained.

1-2. PURPOSE

This manual is a reference handbookpublished as an aid in planning, training,familiarization and identification of interoperable artillery ammunition.

1-3. SCOPE

a. For each item of material, there areillustrations and descriptions, together withcharacteristics and related data. Included in the

related data are weights, dimensions, performance data, packing, shipping and storage data,

type classification, and logistics control codes(LCC).

b. Information concerning supply, operation, and maintenance of the items will be found

in the publications referenced for these items. Acomplete listing of these publications is

maintained in DA PAM 310-1 index.

c. Numerical values, such as weights,dimensions, candlepower, etc., are nominal

values, except when specified as maximum orminimum. Actual items may vary slightly fromthese values. Allowable limits can be obtainedfrom the drawings indicated in the data sheets.

1-4. METRIC CONVERSION CHART

For approximate conversions to/frommetric measures, see figure 1-1.

1-5. KEY TO COMMON ABBREVIATIONSAND SYMBOLS

APAPC

APDS-

APERS-

Armor piercingArmor piercing cappedArmor piercing,discarding sabot

Antipersonnel

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AT AntitankBD Base detonatingBE Base ejectionCS- A tactical riot control

agentDS Discarding sabotGB Nonpersistent toxic

(casualty) nerve gasH Mustard gasHD Distilled mustard gasHE High explosiveHT Mixture ofHD&THEAT High explosive antitankHEAT-T-MP High explosive antitank

with tracer, multipurposeHEDP High explosive dual

purposeHEI High explosive

incendiaryHEP High explosive plasticHERA High explosive rocket

assistedHVAP Hypervelocity, armor

piercingHVTP Hypervelocity, target

practice METRIC CONVERSION CHART

ILLUM IlluminatingMOD ModifiedMK MarkMP MultipurposeMT Mechanical time

MTSQ Mechanical time andsuperquick MV Muzzle velocity

PD Point detonatingPIBD Point initiating, base

detonatingPROX ProximityPWP Plasticized white

phosphorousRocket assisted projectileSelfdestroyingSuperquickTime fuze or for trainingonly

With tracerTarget practice

Time superquick

RAPSD-SQ-T

-TTPTSQ

VX Persistent toxic(casualty) nerve gasWP White phosphorous

Approximate Conversionsto Metric MeasuresSymbol Whtn You Know Multiply by To Find

LENGTH

Symbol Symbol

Approximate Conversionsfrom Metric MeasuresWhen You Know Multiplyby To Find Symbol

LENGTHn ."

inchtiftttyardsMMp

2.5 cm millimtttn 0.040.43.3

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inches inin300.9

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cm'rrrm>km'ha

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in'

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260.4

quart kilomtttn 0.4htctarestl 0,000 m) 2.5

mi'

WEMHT WEIGHTox ounces

poundsShort tons

(2000 Ib)

280.450.9

gramskilogramstonnti

promskilograms

tonnes (1000 kg)

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poundlshort tons

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teaspoonstablespoons

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millilitersmillilitersmillililtn

littnlittnliterslittncubic meterscubic meters

ml ml millilittnlittn

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0.03 fluid ounce*pintsquartsgallonscubic ftttcubic yards

fl oxTUp

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TEMPIRATURB

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Multiply by To Find.55 Celsius

SyrtwXH Symbol iwntn You KnowC -C Celsius

Multiply by1.8

Add To Find32 Fahrenheit

Symbol

Figure 1 - 1 . Metric conversion chart.Aft 101380-A

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1-6. QUANTITY-DISTANCE CLASSES ANDSTORAGE COMPATIBILITY GROUPS

Quantity-Distance (QD) classes andStorage Compatibility groups"(SCG) listed in this

manual are changed. For conversion to newsystem see Table 1-1 below.

Table 1-1. Quantity-Distance Classes andStorage Compatibility Groups

NOTES:

'New QD and SCG's are compatible with classesused by NATO nations.

Quantity-distancehazard class1

Storage compatibility group1 3

"Numbers in parentheses are minimumdistances x 100 feet to protect against specific

fragment hazards and vary with items and typesof ammunition. (Refer to TM 9-1300-206)

Old New2 Typical - New

87

65432

1

6.11.11.2(18)1.2(12)1.2(08)1.2(04)1.3

1.4

DE

FGc

s

is no simple conversion from old SCG's tonew system. The SCG groups listed in thiscolumn are typical for the majority of items in

the corresponding listed QD class, but do notapply to every individual item in the class. ForSCG of individual items, refer to TM 9-1300-206.

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CHAPTER 2

AMMUNITION

FOR

GUNS

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ICARTRIDGE, 105 MILLIMETER: DM13B1, HVAP-DS (GE)

838. 3MM MAX (33.5 IN. MAX)-

AR 101787

Use:

This cartridge is a hypervelocity armor-piercing type with discarding sabot, intendedfor use in 105mm guns against armored

targets.

Description:

The projectile consists of a sheathedtungsten carbide core with tracer and a sabot.The core, which is the armor-piercing element,

is carried within the sheath with the sabotassembled on the exterior surface. A plastic

band is positioned on the outside diameter of

the sabot at the forward end. A fiber rotatingband and a rubber obturator are assembled on theoutside diameter near the base of the sabot. The

igniter tube of the electric primer extends almostthe entire length of the propellent loosely packed

in the cartridge case.

Functioning:

The electrically initiated primer ignitesthe propelling charge. Gases produced by theburning propellant propel the projectile from the

gun and ignites the tracer which burns for aminimum of 2.5 seconds. Setback, centrifugal,and air pressure forces cause the sabot to discard

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upon leaving the gun tube. The sheathed coreis spin stabilized and penetrates the targetsolely by kinetic energy.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:TypeWeight

LengthCannon used with

HVAP-DS (GE)18.55 kg (40.6 Ib)838.3mm (33.5 in.)

105mm M68 (US)105mm L7A1 (GE)

Tungsten carbide coreProjectile:

Body materialColor ------------ Black with white

markingsComponents:

Cartridge casePropelling charge Primer

RW-244 (UK)NQ/M.044 (UK)

L1A4(UK)Tracer ----------- No. 33, MK1 (UK)

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Upper limit ------- + 52C ( + 125F)Storage:

Upper limit ------- + 63C ( -I- 145F)

Packing 1 round per metalcontainer, 12 con

tainers per pallet

488.2kg(1074.01b)Dimensions 1200 x 1000 x 910mm

(48x40x36.4 in.)Cube 1.09m3 (38. 15 ft3)

Shipping and Storage Data:

Pallet:Weight

Storage class/SCODOT shipping class

DOT designation

(08)1.2CB

AMMUNITION FORCANNON WITHSOLID PROJECTILESDODAC Not available

Limitations:

Not available

References:

Not available

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METAL CONTAINER FOR CARTRIDGE APDS-T, DM13B1 (GE)

1100MM

Il/\

** *

I

.0 IN.)

" rt"

i^qr' .

1315-39-960-PATRONE,J TREIBSPIEGEL

-6S-CF06105mmx617DMl3B1

ffs**v>

VENT

LABEL-

BEFORE REMOVING COVER. LOOSENAIR VENT (KNOB) IN ORDER TO

EQUALIZE VACUUM. SUBSEQUENTLY.CLOSE AIR VENT AGAIN FINGER TIGHT

(NO TOOLS REQUIRED).

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GE 105mm cartridge APDS-T, DM13BIis packed one per metal container; 12containers per pallet.

To open container, loosen air vent (knob)before removing the cover in order to equalize

vacuum. Remove cover and cartridge; replacecontainer cover. Close air vent finger tight (no

tools required).

GE 105mm cartridge HEAT-T, M456A1 ispacked one cartridge in a fiber container; twocontainers in a wooden box.

Open wooden box (GE) by cutting metalstraps and wire seal. Release hasp or spring

latch. Remove containers from box. Strip sealingtape from container, twist end cap and pull it off.

Remove any padding from container. Whileholding hand over open end of container, tiltcontainer to allow cartridge to slide out.

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CARTRIDGE, 105 MILLIMETER: APDS-T, M392A2 AND M392U)K)

ELECTRIC PRIMERIGNITER TUBE

I

CENTERINGBAND

SHEATHEDCORE

PROPELLANTCARTRIDGE CASEAND LINER ASSY

ROTATING BAND

TRACER

Type Classification:

M39A2 Std MSR 02787001M392 Std OTCM 38116, dtd

1961

Use:

This cartridge is a hypervelocity armor-piercing type with discarding sabot, intended

for use in 105mm guns against armoredtargets.

Description:

The projectile consists of a sheathedtungsten carbide core with tracer and a sabot.

AR 199818-A|

The core, which is the armor-piercing element, iscarried within the sheath with the sabot

assembled on the exterior surface. A plastic bandis positioned on the outside diameter of the sabotat the forward end. A fiber rotating band and a

rubber obturator are assembled on the outsidediameter near the base of the sabot. The igniter

tube of the electric primer extends almost theentire length of the propellant loosely packed in

the cartridge case.

Functioning:

The electrically initiated primer ignitesthe propelling charge. Gases produced by the

burning propellant propel the projectile from thegun and ignite the tracer which burns for a

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minimum of 2.5 seconds. Setback, centrifugaland air pressure forces cause the sabot to discard

upon leaving the gun tube. The sheathed core isspin stabilized and penetrates target solely bykinetic energy.

Difference Between Models:

The M392 cartridge is of United Kingdommanufacture and bears the U.K. designation of

L36A1. The M392 is fitted with U.K. PrimerL4AlorL4A2.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type APDS-T

Weight 41.01bLength 33.0 in.Cannon used with M68Projectile:

Body material Tungsten carbide coreColor Black w/white markingComponents:

Cartridge case M115, M115B1Propelling charge M30 (T36)Primer M80A1Tracer M13Performance.

Maximum range 36,745 meters(40,162yd)Muzzle velocity 1,478 mps

(4,850 fps)

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40F (-40C)Upper limit + 125F(-I-52.0C)Storage:

Lower limit 80F (for period notmore than 3 days)Upper limit + 160F (for period not

more than 4 hr/day)

*Packing 1 round per fiber container; 2 containers per

wooden box*Packing Box:

Weight 126 Ibs.Dimensions 39-7/8 x 14-1/8 x 8-23/32

in.Cube 2.8cuft*NOTE: See SC for complete packing dataincluding NSN's.


Quantity-distanceclass (08)1.2Storage compatibility

group CDOT shipping class BDOT designation - AMMUNITION FOR

CANNON WITHSOLID PROJECTILESDODAC 1315-C505.C506Drawing number 8863427

Limitations:

United Kingdom Cartridge L28A1, similar tothe M392 except for its primer (L1A2, L1A3 or

L1A4) is not to be fired in 105mm Gun M68, *except under combat emergency conditions. Theclip will remain on the cartridge case at all times

until the cartridge is partially chambered.

References:

SC 1 305/30-1LSB 700-20

DARCOM P 700-3-3TM 9-1000-213-35TM 9-1300-251-20TM 9-2350-215-10

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CARTRIDGE, 105 MILLIMETER: APDS-T, M728 (DE)33.00 MAX

O

AR 199805

, PROPELLANT CENTERING BAND,

SABOT,

o o o o o o o

'ELECTRIC PRIMER


CARTRIDGE CASEAND LINER ASSY TRACER

SHEATHEDCORE

k ROTATING BAND

AR 1 99804-A |

StdMSR 02787001

Use:

This cartridge is a high velocity, flattrajectory, discarding sabot round used in

105mm gun cannons against armored targets.

Description:

The projectile consists of a tungsten,nickel, copper penetrator seated in a steel basewith tracer and aluminum forward sheath.These components are encased in an aluminumand magnesium sabot. A plastic centeringband encircles the sabot at the forward end. A

fiber rotating band and rubber obturator aremounted toward the base of the sabot. Thecartridge case contains a polyurethane laminar

additive liner over the forward end of thepropellant. The case is loosely packed withpropellant, and is fitted with an electric primer.

Functioning:

The primer is electrically initiated to ignitethe propelling charge. Gases produced by theburning propellant propel the projectile from the

gun and ignite the tracer which burns for aminimum of 2.5 seconds. The sabot discards upon

leaving the gun tube by setback, centrifugal, andair pressure forces. The spin stabilized projectile

sheathed core penetrates the target solely bykinetic energy.

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Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type

WeightLengthCannon used with Projectile:

Body material

APDS-T41.70 Ib

33.0 in.M68

Sabot-magnesium/aluminum penetrator-tungsten/nickel/copperColor Black w/white markingComponents:

Cartridge case M115B1Propelling charge M30Primer M80A1Tracer M13Performance:

Effective range 5,000mMaximum range 50,879 mMuzzle velocity 4680 fps

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 60F (-53.8C)Upper limit + 125F ( + 52.0C)Storage:

Lower limit 65F (-53.8C)Upper limit + 145F( + 63C)

*Packing I round per fiber container; 2 containersper wooden box

*Packing Box:Weight 126 Ib

Dimensions 39-7/8 x 14-1/8 x 8-23/32in.Cube 2.8 cu ft*NOTE: See SC for complete packing dataincluding NSN's.


Storage class/SCG DOT shipping class -DOT designation

DODACDrawing number

(08) 1.2 CBAMMUNITION FOR

CANNON WITHSOLID PROJECTILES1315-C4949276810

Limitations:

None

References:

SC 1305/30-ILSB 700-20

DARCOM (AMC)-R 700-3-3TM 9-1000-213-35TM 9-1300-251-20TM 9-2350-215-10

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CARTRIDGE 105 MILLIMETER: HEAT-T, M456A1 (GE, NO, IT*, BE, SP)

J9.0 IN. MAX (975. OMM MAX)

AR 101923

I*IT manufactured

Use:

This cartridge is identical to the US105mm, HEAT-T, M456A1 cartridge. It is ahigh explosive antitank cartridge againstarmored targets.

Description:

The steel body projectile is fitted with aplastic obturator, a threaded standoff spikeassembly, a fin and boom and a PIBD fuze, a

funnel-shaped copper liner within the bodyshapes the explosive charge of Comp B. Apiezoelectric element retained in a nose cap is

fitted to the spike assembly, and is connected tothe BD fuze in the body. The fin is threaded toreceive a tracer.

Functioning:

The electrically-initiated primer ignitesthe propelling charge. Gases produced by the

burning propellant propel the projectile from thegun and ignite the tracer which burns for a

minimum of 2.5 seconds. On impact, fuzefunctioning detonates the projectile and the conecollapses, creating a high velocity focused shock

wave and a jet of metal particles that penetratethe target.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type HEAT-T

Weight 21.6 kg (48 Ib)Length 975.0mm (39.0 in.)Cannon used with 105mm M68 (US)

105mmL7Al(GE)

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Projectile:Body material SteelColor Black with white mark

ings and yellow bandFiller and weight Comp B, 0.96 kg

(2.141b)Components:

Cartridge case M148A1B1Propellant M30Primer M83Tracer M13

Fuze PIBD, M509A1Performance:

Muzzle velocity 1173 mps(3850fps)Maximum range 8200 m (8975 yd)

Temperature Limits:

52C( + 125F)

( + 145F)

Firing:Upper limitStorage:

Upper limit

Packing 1 round per fiber container; 2 containers

per wooden boxPacking Box:

WeightDimensions 1 164 x 360 x 223mm

(46.5 x 14.4x8.9 in.)Cube 0.093m3 (3.25 ft3)

59.9 kg ( 132 Ib)

Pallet 10 boxes (20 cartridges)per palletWeight 599 kg ( 1 318 Ib approx)

Dimensions 1200 x 1000 x 1050mm(48x40x42 in.)Cube 1.26m3(44.1 ft")



DOT designation

(12) 1.2KA

AMMUNITION FORCANNON WITH KX-

PLOSIVK PROJECTILESDODAC Not available

Limitations:

Do not fire Cartridges M456A1 which havebeen tank-transported at temperatures above

+ 120F.

References:

SCI 305/30-1 LSB 700-20

DARCOM-P 700-3-3TM 9-1300-251 20TM 9-2350-215-10

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CARTRIDGE 105 MILLIMETER: TP-T, M490 (IT, SP)

39.0 MAX-

AR19M13

ELECTRIC PRIMER-BOOM

STANDOFF SPIKE

PROPELLING CHARGE

TRACEROBTURATOR

AR199812


Std. AMCTC 1 103 dtd 1963.

Use:

This cartridge is for use in 105mm guncannons for training in marksmanship.

Description:

The cartridge is similar in external appearance and ballistically similar to HEAT-TCartridge M456 series. The projectile consists

of a steel body, an aluminum standoff spike,and a boom and fin assembly with tracer. The

cartridge case is filled with loosely packedpropellent and is fitted with an electric primer.

Functioning:

The electrically initiated primer ignitesthe propelling charge. Gases produced by theburning propellant propel the projectile from the

gun and ignite the tracer which burns for aminimum of 2.5 seconds.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type TP-T

Weight 45 IbLength 39.0 in.Cannon used with M68Projectile:

Body material Steel

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Projectile: continuedColor ------------ Blue w/white markingComponents:

Cartridge case ----- M148A1B1, M148A1Propelling charge M30Primer -----------M83Tracer ----------- M13Performance:

Maximum range --- 8,207 m (8,975yd)Muzzle velocity ---- 1,170 mps (3,850 fps)

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit --------40F (-40C)Upper limitStorage:

Lower limit

Upper limit

+ 125F ( + 52.0C)

80F (for period notmore than 3 days)(-62.2C)+ 160F (for period not

more than 4 hr/day)

*NOTE: See SC for complete packing diitaincluding NSN's.


Storage class/SCO (08) 1 .2CDOT shipping class BDOT designation AMMUNITION KOIl

CANNON WITHINERT PRQJKCTILESDODAC 1315-C511Drawing number 8865533

Limitations:

Cartridges M490 manufactured prim-

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CARTRIDGE, 120K: HEAT-MP-T, DM12A1

i'f'-OLOT NO38.6 (981 mm) APPROX.

INTERNAL VIEW ARD 83-0673

Use:

This cartridge is a high explosivemultipurpose cartridge which has antiarmorand antipersonnel capabilities. The cartridge

is fired from the 120mm smooth bore cannon.

Description:

The 120K HEAT-MP-T, DM12A1 is achemical energy round having both antiarmorand antipersonnel capabilities. The roundconsists of a steel body loaded with explosive

surrounding a copper shaped charge liner andwave shaper. The projectile embodies a steelspike and nose cap which initiates a basedetonating fuze located at the rear of the

projectile body. The projectile body has a boomand fin assembly for flight stabilization and the

fin contains a tracer for projectile to targetvisual tracking.

The propellant system utilizes a DM10 steelstub base case with a rubber obturator at the stubcase mouth and a combustible wall whichencapsulates stick propellant.

Functioning:

The DM12A1 is loaded and fired in thenormal manner from the 1 20mm smooth boretank gun. When the electric primer in the breechof the weapon is initiated, the resulting flash

ignites the propelling charge and combustiblecase. This generates gases which drive the projectile from the gun and ignite the tracer element.

Upon impact, the nose cap is crushed,initiating the fuze which detonates the highexplosive shaped charge which collapses the coneassembly creating a high velocity focused shock

wave and a jet of metal particles that penetratethe target. Antipersonnel capability results fromfragmentation of the projectile body sidewall.

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Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type

^Packing

Fixed, High ExplosiveAntitank, Multipur

pose w/TracerWeight 50.7 Ib (23.0 kg)

Length 38.G in. (981 cm)Color Black w/Yellow

markings

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40.0F (-40.0C)

Upper limit + 140. 0F ( -I- 60.0C)Storage:

Lower limit 65.OT (-53.8C)Upper limit + 160.0F ( -I- 71 . 1C)

Performance:

Chamber pressure psi @70F bars . 2lC(Ibar = 14.5 psi)

1 round per fiber con- itainer; I fiber container per wooden box

Packing Box:

Weight 89 IbDimensions 45.6 in. x 9.02 in. x 10.24

in.Cube 2.4 cu a

*Note: See SC for complete packing dataincluding NSN's.


DOD Hazard Class (12) 1.2 KDOT shipping class A

DOT designation AMMUNITION FOKCANNON WITH F.X

PLOSIVKPRfMKCTILKSDODAC Not assiitiu-dDwg. No. Not available

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CARTRIDGE, 120K: APFSDS-T, DM13 AND DM23

ARD 83-0674-A

Use:

The 120K (120mm) DM13 and DM23cartridge is used to engage single and multiple

plated layered, armored targets. It has a finstabilized subcaliber projectile and a cartridge

case of combustible material.

Description:

The complete round contains apropulsion system consisting of a DM10 stubcase with combustible sidewall, propellant and

DM72A2 primer while the projectile consists ofthe subprojectile and aluminum sabot. The KE

penetrator is a two piece core of heavy metalwhich is screwed and pressed into the sabot.The sabot is made of aluminum and consists of

three segments with internal threads. Thesegments are held together by the obturating,sealing band and sleeve seal. The fin assembly

of the subprojectile is a single piece with fivefins and a tracer assembly.

Functioning:

The flame of the burning propellant chargeignites the igniter composition of the tracer. Theprojectile is forced out of the tube of the weaponby the pressure of the propellant charge gases on

the base of the sabot and the fin assembly. Thecartridge case and cartridge cover burn at the

same time.

The air resistance acting in the air pocketof the sabot presses the three segments of the

sabot outward. The sabot segments separate fromthe KE penetrator and fall to the ground after ashort time. The KE penetrator continues to

travel and is stabilized by the fin assembly(subcaliber projectile).

The target armor material is plasticallydeformed by the subcaliber projectile impactingat high velocity and the associated high energy

effect and displaced by the KE penetrator.

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Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type

WeightProjectile weightProp chg weightMuzzle veloctiy 1650 m/sMax gas pressure

(21C) 5100 barMax range 98.7km

Temperature Limits:

Firing: DM13Lower limit + 32FUpper limit + 130F

Fixed. APFSDS-T18.7kg7.22kg7.3kg

DM23-40+ 140

Storage:Lower limit 40F (-40"C)Upper limit + 140F ( + 60"C)

^Packaging: 1.3C class B Explosive.

One cartridge with insert, ammunitionpackaging material (INSERT) DM79060 in aCONTAINER, AMMUNITION, I-'IHKK MATH

RIAL(BKHFA) DM79057: 1 BEHKA DM79O57Hcartridge) in a BOX, AMMUNITION (KIMl

DM79058.

* Ammunition for Cannon with Solid Projectiles.

Supply Information:

Stock No. 1315-12-178-2867Ammunition Code CR02

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CARTRIDGE, 120K: UB-T, DM18(Ubungsgeschoss-Leuchtspur/Training Projectile with Tracer)

IP

38.6 (981mm) APPROX.

INTERNAL VIEW ARD 83-0671

The 120K (120mm) DM18 cartridge is atarget practice round used to simulate theballistics of the high explosive antitank

multipurpose with tracer ammunition. Thecartridge is fired from the 120mm smooth borecannon.

Description:

The DM18 cartridge externalappearance is identical to that of the DM12

HEAT-MP-T service round. Internally theround does not contain any explosives, shapedcharge liner base fuze or nose cap. The roundconsists of a steel body with aluminum spike

and plastic obturator, in addition to a fin andboom assembly with tracer. The complete

round propellant system comprises a metalcartridge case base with combustible sidewall and

DM72A2 primer. The propellant is a singleperforated stick propellant, both bagged and

unbagged with additional segments fitted overeach fin.

Functioning:

The DM18 is loaded and fired in the normalmanner from the 120mm smooth bore tank gun.

When the electric primer in the breech of theweapon is initiated, the resulting flash ignitedthe propelling charge and combustible case. This

generates gases which drive the projectile fromthe gun and ignite the tracer element. The flightcharacteristics simulate those of the service

round, but does not result in an explosion orpenetration upon impact.

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Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type Fixed, target practice

Weight 50.7 Ib (23 kg)Length 38.6 in. (981 mm)Color Blue w/white markings

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 8F (-22.2C)Upper limit + 127F ( + 52.3C)Storage:

Lower limit 40F (-40C)Upper limit + 140F ( + 60C)

Performance:

Chamber pressure:Bar 14.5 psi

*Packing 1 round per fiber container; 1 container per

wooden box

Packing Box:

Weight 89 IbDimensions 45.6 in x 9.02 in. x 10.24

in.Cube 2.4cuft

*Note: See SC for complete packing data includingNSN's.


DOD Hazard Class (08) 1 .2 CDOT shipping class BDOT designation AMMUNITION FOR

CANNON WITHEMPTY PROJECT! LKSDODAC To be assigned

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CARTRIDGE, 120K: UB-T, DM38(Ubungsgeschoss-Leuchtspur/Training Projectile with Tracer)

Use:

This cartridge is a kinetic energy, targetpractice round for use with the 120mm smoothbore cannon. It is designed to provideduplication of the service round characteristicsat reduced maximum ranges to allow practice

firings on short-range proving grounds andtraining areas.

Description:

The complete round contains apropulsion system consisting of a metalcartridge case base with combustible sidewall,granular propellant, and DM72A2 primer

while the projectile consists of the subprojectileand aluminum sabot. The core is a one piece

steel design with a tail cone assembly which isassembled into the sabot by means of threads.The tail cone contains nine holes which, in

conjunction with the cone, provide stabilization. A reduction of range is obtained by theaerodynamic blocking effect of the holes. Thetail cone assembly also contains a tracer. Thealuminum sabot is composed of three 120

noninterchangeable segments with internalscrew threads matching them on the outer

diameter of the subprojectile. The sabot has asilicone rubber seal at the rear to prevent gas

leakage./The weight of the complete cartridge isapproximately 18.4 kg (40.6 Ib) and the weight of

the subprojectile is approximately 3.2 kg (7.1 Ib).

Functioning:

The DM38 is loaded and fired from the120mm tank gun in the normal manner. Uponinitiation of the electric primer in the breech ofthe weapon, the resulting flash ignites thepropelling charge and combustible casegenerating gases which drive the projectile from

the gun and ignite the tracer. The rear seal of thesabot prevents gas leakage between the sabotsegments and the driving forces (gas) propellingthe subprojectile down bore. Upon leaving the

gun, aerodynamic forces cause the sabot toseparate from the subprojectile allowing thesubprojectile to continue to target while the sabotsegments fall quickly to earth. The tail conesegment of the subprojectile, due to the nine holearrangement, causes aerodynamic slowing of the

subprojectile to limit its range to 7500m.

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Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type Fixed, TPCSDS-T

Weight 40.6 Ib (18.4 kg)Color Blue w/white markings

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 35"F (-31.6"C)Upper limit + 125.0"F( + 51.7"C)Storage:

Lower limit 50.8F(-46.0C)

Upper limit + 145.4"F( + 63.0C)Performance:

Chamber pressure -- 56500 psi @ 70F(3900 bars @21C)Packaging: Standard German Packaging asSupplied (Government Furnished Material)

*Packing 1 round per fiber container; I containerper wooden box

T

Packing Box: Standard German Packaging.(Wooden Box) as Supplied (Government!

Furnished Material)

Weight 78 IbDimensions 45.6 in. x 9.02 in. x

10. 24 in.Cube 2.4cuft

*Note: See SC for complete packing dataincluding NSN's.


DOD Hazard Class (08) 1.2Storage compatibility

group CDOT shipping class - B

DOT designation AMMUNITION FORCANNON WITHSOLID PROJECTILESDODAC Not assigned

WARNING

THE CORE/PENETRATOR OFTARGET PRACTICE ROUNDS

CAN CAUSE DAMAGE ANDPENETRATE ARMOREDVEHICLES.

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PROJECTILE, 175 MILLIMETER: HE, DM11 (GE)

AR 101782

IUse:

This projectile is used for fragmentation,blast, and mining in support of ground troopsand armored columns.

Description:

The projectile consists of a hollow steelforging with a boattailed base, a streamlinedogive, a gilding metal rotating band, and a

nylon obturating band. A base cover is weldedto the base of the projectile for added protectionagainst the entrance of hot gases from thepropelling charge during firing. The nose ofthe projectile is fitted with a threaded eye boltlifting plug to facilitate handling and provide aclosure for the fuze cavity. The projectile is

made with a deep fuze cavity and is loaded withComposition B. Deep cavity projectiles containa supplementary charge in the fuze cavity. A

cardboard spacer is placed in the fuze cavitybetween the supplementary charge and the

lifting plug to limit movement of thesupplementary charge during shipping andhandling. The rotating band is protected by aremovable grommet. The loaded projectile iszoned into one of four weight zones ranging from

64.7 to 66.8 kg (142.3 to 146.9 Ib). The weightzone of the projectile is indicated by the number ofyellow squares and prick punch marks on theogive of the projectile.

Functioning:

When the weapon is fired, Primer M82ignites the igniter pad of the propelling charge.The burning pad ignites the black powder in thecore assembly. Sparks and flame flash through

perforations in the igniter core tubes in a patterndesigned to assure uniform ignition of the

propellant increments. Gases generated by theburning propellant force the projectile through

the gun tube with the velocity required to reachthe target. The rotating band engages the barrel

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rifling to impart spin for stabilization in flight.The obturating band expands to prevent leakage

of gas pressure past the projectile, and isdiscarded upon leaving the weapon. The

projectile is detonated on impact.

Tabulated Data:

Projectile:Type HE

Weight Zone Information:

Loaded Projectile(w/o Fuze)

Markingkg Ib YellowZone Over Up to & Incl Squares

1 64.7(142.3) 65.3(143.6) El2 65.2(143.4) 65.8(144.7) BB

3 65.7(144.5) 66.3(145.8) BBB4 66.2(145.6) 66.8(146.9) |QB B B

Length:W/o lifting plug W/lifting plugCannon (Weapon)

used withBody materialColor

Filler and weight:M437A2

867mm (34.68 in.)945mm (37. 81 in. max.)

M113,M113A1(M107)Forged steelOlive drab w/yellow

markings

Comp. 814.0kg (31 Ib);SuppChg. 0.14kg

(0.30 Ib) TNT

Components:Propelling charge DM22 (2 Increment)Propelling charge DM32 (3 Increment)

Primer M82 (US M107 weapon)Primer DM191A1 (GE M107

weapon)Fuze DM241

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Upper limit +52C (+ 125F)Storage:

Upper limit + 63C ( + 1 45F)Packing 6 projectiles per pallet

Pallet:Weight 430 kg (946.0 Ib)

Dimensions 650 x 425 x 1080mm (26x 17x43.2 in.)Cube 0.3m3(10.5ft3)


Storage Class/SCG (21) 1.1 DDOT shipping class ADOT designation EXPLOSIVE PROJEC

TILEDODAC DF72

Limitations:

Not available

References:

Not available

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CHAPTERS

AMMUNITION FOR HOWITZERS

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CARTRIDGE, 105 MILLIMETER: HE, M1 (GR, SP)

28.60

CARTRIDGE CASE

-PROPELLING CHARGE

PROJECTILE

SUPPLEMENTARYCHARGE

FIBER

CLOSING PLUG-

HE CHARGE

ROTATING BAND

AR1997 34


Std AMCTC 4181 dtd 1966

Use:

The projectile of this cartridge containshigh explosive and is used for fragmentation,blast, and mining in support of ground troops

and armored columns.

Description:

The projectile consists of a hollow steelforging with a boattail base, a streamlined

ogive, and gilding metal rotating band. A basecover is welded to the base of the projectile for

added protection against the entrance of hot gasesfrom the propelling charge during firing. The

high explosive (HE) filler within the projectilemay be either cast TNT or Composition B. A fuzecavity is either drilled or formed in the filler at

the nose end of the projectile. This cavity may beeither shallow or deep. A cavity liner, to precludedusting of HE during transportation and

handling, is seated in the cavity and expandedinto the lower projectile fuze threads. Asupplementary charge is placed in the fuze cavityof projectiles having deep cavities. Projectiles

with shallow cavities or deep cavities containinga supplementary charge use only short intrusion

fuzes, PD, or MT. Those with deep cavities willaccept the long intrusion proximity fuze after

removing the supplementary charge. Projectiles

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may be shipped with a PD or MTSQ fuze or with Tabulated Data:a closing plug. When shipped with a closingplug, a chip board spacer is assembled between Complete round:the supplementary charge and plug to limit Type HE

movement of the former during transportation Weight 39.92 Iband handling. Length W/closing plug 28.60 in.

maxThe cartridge case contains a percussion Cannon (weapon)primer assembly and seven individually bagged used with M49 (M52, M52A1),and numbered propelling charge increments. M2A1, M2A2 (M101,The base of the cartridge case is drilled and the M101AD, M103

primer assembly is pressed into the base. The (M108), M137(M102)percussion primer assembly consists of a per- Projectile:cussion ignition element and a perforated flash Body material Forged steel

tube containing black powder. The seven Color Olive drab w/yellownumbered increment bags are tied together, in markingnumerical order, with acrylic cord. These are Filler weight:assembled into the cartridge case, around the Comp B:

primer flash tube, with Increment 1 at the base Normal cavity 5.08 Ibof the cartridge case and Increment 7 toward the Deep cavity 4.60 Ib

mouth of the cartridge case. TNT:Normal cavity 4.80 IbFunctioning: Deep cavity 4.25 Ib

If the projectile is unfuzed, the closingplug is removed and a fuze assembled to the

projectile prior to adjusting the charge andloading the cartridge into the weapon. Impact ofthe weapon firing pin results in the initiation ofthe percussion primer which, in turn, ignites theblack powder in the flash tube. The flash tubeprovides for uniform ignition of the propellingcharge producing a rapid expansion of the

propellant gas which propels the projectile out ofthe weapon tube. Engagement of the projectile

rotating band with the rifling of the weapontube imparts spin to the projectile providing

inflight stability. Projectile functioning isdependent upon the fuze used and may functionon impact (instantaneous or delay), function

above ground either at a predetermined heightbased upon time of flight or function in

proximity with the target area. Fuze functiondetonates the HE projectile filler resulting in

projectile fragmentation and blast.

Weight Zone:

Loaded Shellw/SupplCharge (with-out fuze)

Up toOver & Incl

IbMark-Zones ing

Pounds 29.90 30.6030.50 31.2031.10 31.80

1 o2 aa3 BaaNOTE: Comp B filled projectiles fall in weightzone 2- 1/2.

Cartridge CaseModel

M14M14B1M14B3

M14B4

Matl

BrassSteel, DrawnSteel, 5 pc

spiral wrapSteel, 3 pc

spiral wrap

5.95.4

4.7

4.7

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Propelling charge:Model M67

Components:

Increment Prop Comp Web Size Wt ozNo. & Type in. approx Approx

1 Ml, TypeII .014 8.6 Single

2 Ml, TypePerf

II .014 1.4 SinglePerf3 Ml .Type I .026 2.5Multi

Perf4 Ml, Type I .026 3.8Multi



Perf7 Ml, Type I .026 U.SMulti

Perf

Weight, Total Increments 1-7 2.83 IbPercussion primer assembly:

M28A2 M28B2M61 M61PrimerBlack

powder Cll.SpecMIL-P-223(Note B)Weight (Ib)

(primer) .00014(BP) .043

Body Brass,TypelFuzes PD, M557, M78

Series, M739 Series.MTSQ, M582 Series,M564; Prox. M513Series, M728, M732Performance:

Using M52, M52A1 and M101/M101A1howitzers.

CIl,SpecMIL-P-223(Note B)

.00014

.043Steel,

Type 2

ChargeMuzzle(fps)

Velocity(mps)

Maximum(mtr)

Range(yd)1 650 198.1 3510 38402 710 216.4 4110 4495

3 780 237.7 4860 53154 875 266.7 5950 65055 1020 310.9 7650 83706 1235 376.4 9380 10,260

7 1550 472.4 11,270 12,330

Maximum range 11,270 mtr (12,330yd)Muzzle velocity 472.4 mps (1550 fps)

Using M 102 and M108 howitzers.

Muzzle Velocity Maximum RangeCharge (fps) (mps) (mtr) (yd)

12

34

567

673 205732 223810 247912 278

1066 3251289 3931621 494

3700430052006300

8100960011,500

40404700

56906890

850010,50012,590

Maximum range -Muzzle velocity -

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limitUpper limitStorage:

Lower limit

Upper limit

11,500 mtr (12, 590 yd)494 mps (1621 fps)

-40F (-40C)-I-125F( + 52.0C)

-S0T (for periods notexceeding three days)(-62.2C)+ 160F (for periods not

exceeding 4 hr/day)

*Packing 1 round in fiber container; 2 containers in

wooden box*Packing Box:

Weight w/cartridge - 120 IbDimensions 37-1/4 x 1 1-15/16 x 7-

19/32 in.Cube 2.0 cu ft*NOTE: See SC for complete packing data

including NSN's.

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Quantity-distanceclassStorage compatibility

groupDOT shipping class DOT designation

DODACDrawing number

Limitations:

(12) 1.2

EAAMMUNITION FOR

CANNON WITHEXPLOSIVE PROJECTILES1315-C4459211611 (shipped without fuze)

For proximity mode, VT M513 proximityfuzes are limited to Zones 2 through 6. Zone 7 incombat emergency only. For Impact Action,

Zones 4 through 6 only.

VT Fuze M728, for proximity or impact action,Zones 1 through 6. Zone 7 for proximity actiononly in a combat emergency.

References:

SC 1305/30-ILSB 700-20

DARCOMP 700-3-3TM 9-1015-203-12TM 9-1300-251-20TM 9-2350-217-10

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PROJECTILE, 155 MILLIMETER: HE DM21 (GE)

AR 101784

Use:

This projectile is fired from 155mmhowitzers and is used for blast effect,fragmentation, and mining.

Description:

The projectile is a hollow steel shellfilled with TNT. The shape is ogival with aboattail for aerodynamic efficiency. A supple

mentary charge of 0.135 kg (0.3 Ib) TNT issealed in an aluminum container placed in the

fuze cavity of the projectile. A threaded liftingplug closes the fuze cavity at the nose of the

projectile for handling. A point detonating fuzeis used with this projectile. A rotating band

encircles the shell casing near the base and isprotected by a grommet before loading. A steelplate (base cover) is welded over the base to

prevent entry of hot propellant gases into theprojectile interior.

Functioning:

When the weapon is fired, the burningpropellant charge generates rapidly expanding

gases to propel the projectile through the barrelwith the velocity required to reach the target.The soft alloy rotating band engages the barrel

rifling to impart spin to the projectile for stabilityin flight. Upon impact, the fuze and its boosterdetonates the high explosive filler.

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Tabulated Data:


Loaded Projectilew/o Fuze

Marking(Ib) Yellow

Up to & Incl SquaresZonekg Over234

5

40.8(89.7)41.3(90.8)41.7(91.7)42.3(93.0)

41.4(91.0) [TJ (TJ41.9(92.1) |TJ Q042.5(93.5) |JJ [TJ Q] Q]42.904 3) nnnnrrjComplete round:

TypeLength w/lifting

plugLength w/o lifting

plugWeapon

HE

684mm (27. 36 in.) max

607mm (24.28 in.)M109, M109A1,

Ml09A3Cannon M126andM185Projectile:

Body material Forged steelColor Olive drab w/yellow

markingsFiller and weight:

TNT 6.6 kg (14.5 Ib)Primers:

For (Weapon):M109.M109A1,

M109A3 M82(USonly)M109G DM 191A1(GE only)Propelling charges DM62, DM42B1

Fuze DM211

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Upper limit + 52C ( + 125F)Storage:

Upper limit + 638C( + 145F)Packing 8 projectiles on pallet

Pallet:Weight 362 kg (796.4 Ib)

Dimensions 685mm x 340mm x815mm (27 4 in. x 13.6

in. x32.6 in.)Cube 0. 190mJ (6.6 ft")


Storage Class/SCG (18) 1.1DDOT shipping class ADOT designation EXPLOSIVE PROJEC

TILESDODAC DF44Assembly Dwg. No. Not available

Limitations:

Not available

Reference(s):

Not available

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PROJECTILE, 155 MILLIMETER: HE, M107 (NORMAL AND DEEP CAVITY) (UK, CA, NL,DA, NO, IT, GR, BE, FR)

673.25MM (26.93 IN.).

YELLOW BAND 1-1-1/2 IN. WIDE "

cn

* PROJECTILES, AS MANUFACTURED, DO NOT HAVE THIS BANDIT IS ADDED ONLY MHEN PROJECTILE IS RENOVATED. (UK ONLY)

AR 101789-A

Use:


Description:

The projectile is a hollow steel shellfilled with 6.57 kg (14.6 Ib) of TNT. The shape

is ogival with a boattail for aerodynamicefficiency. A supplementary charge of 0.135 kg

(0.3 Ib) TNT is sealed in an aluminumcontainer placed in the projectile with deep fuze

cavity. A threaded lifting plug closes the fuzecavity at the nose of the projectile for handling.

Point detonating fuzes are used with thisprojectile. A rotating band encircles the shellcasing near the base and is protected by a

grommet before loading. A steel plate (basecover) is welded over the base to prevent entry of

hot propellant gases into the projectile interior.

NOTE: With the exception of a yellow hazardband around the body of renovated projectiles,

these UK munitions are identical to USmunitions.

Functioning:

When the weapon is fired, the burningpropellant charge generates rapidly expandinggases to propel the projectile through the barrelwith the velocity required to reach the target.The soft alloy rotating band engages the barrel

rifling to impart spin to the projectile for stabilityin flight. Upon impact, the fuze and its boosterdetonate the high explosive filler.

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Difference between models:

155mm HE Projectile M107 (NormalCavity) has a shallower fuze cavity and cannotaccommodate proximity fuzes.

Tabulated Data:



Zone Over Upto&Incl

MarkingYellowSquares234

5

40.5(90.0)40.9(91.1)41.4(92.0)41.9(93.3)

41.0(91.3)41.5(92.4)42.1(93.7)42.5(94.6)

Complete round:Type

Length w/liftingplug

HE

673.25mm (26.93 in.)maxLength w/o lifting

plug 597.25mm (23.89 in.)Weapon used with M109, M109A1,

M109A3Cannon M126and M185Projectile:



TNT 6.57 kg (14.6 Ib)Primer for weapons

M109, M109A1,andM109A3 M82Fuzes, Point Deto

nating M557 and L85A2

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40C (-40F)Upper limitStorage:

Lower limit

Upper limit

Packing

+ 52C(+125F)

-62C (-80F) (for periodsnot more than 3 days)+ 71C( + 160F)(for

periods not more than 4hr/day)8 projectiles on pallet

Pallet:Weight 358.6 kg (797 Ib)

Dimensions 678 x 340 x 800mm (27-l/8x 13-5/8x32 in.)Cube 0.20m3(6.8ft:*)


Storage class/SCO DOT shipping class DOT designation

DODAC:Deep CavityNormal CavityAssembly Dwg. No.:

Deep CavityNormal Cavity

Limitations:

Not available

Reference(s):

DARCOM-P 700-3-3SC 1305/30ILSB 700-20TM 9- 1025-200- 12

(18) 1.11)A

EXPLOSIVK IMtOJKCTILES

1320-1)5441320-D571

9216352Not available

TM 9- 1300-25 1-20TM 9-2350-217-10TM9-2350-217-10N

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PROJECTILE, 155 MILLIMETER: HE, M107B2 (GR, NL)

26.81 MAX

BASE COVER

EXPLOSIVE CHARGE

\ SUPPLEMENTARYCHARGEEYEBOLTLIFTING PLUG

ARD 85 2554

Use:

This high explosive projectile is used forfragmentation, mining, and blast.

Description:

This projectile was originally the M101designed for use with the M46 gun. It has now

been modified for use with all 155mmhowitzers and is designated M107B2. Therotating band has been modified for howitzeracceptance. The projectile consists basically ofa forged steel body containing an explosivecharge of 14.16 pounds of TNT. A deep fuze

cavity in the nose of the projectile contains asupplementary charge of 0.30 pound of TNT in analuminum liner. The design of the fuze cavityand the presence of the supplementary chargeadapt the projectile for use with either proximity,

mechanical time or point-detonating fuzes. Asingle rotating band (protected by a grommetduring storage and handling) encircles the

projectile approximately 3.5 inches forward of theboattailed base. The base itself is fitted with a

protective cover which gives added assurancethat the propellant gases will not penetrate thebase, the projectile is issued unfuzed with an

eyebolt lifting plug threaded in the nose.

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Functioning:

Up to the point of fuze functioning, all155mm ammunition functions in the samemanner. When the weapon is fired, gasesgenerated by the burning propellant force thespin-stabilized projectile out of the gun tube andpropel it to the target. The fuze functions at apreset time, on approach to the target, or on

impact, depending upon the type of fuzeemployed.

Precautions in firing:

Before loading the weapon, check thefiring lock to assure that the primer expended in

the previous firing has been removed.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type HE

Length w/liftingplug 26.81 in.Weight 95.6 IbCannon used Ml, M1A1, M1A2,

M45, M126, M185Projectile:



TNT 14.16 IbPrimers Mk2A4orM82Propelling charges M3, M4A1Fuze PDM557

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40F (-40C)Upper limit +125F( + 52C)Storage:

Lower limit 80F (-62C) for periodsof not more than 3 daysUpper limit -I- 160F ( + 71.1C) for

periods of not more than4 hours per dayPacking 8 projectiles on pallet

Pallet:Weight 797 Ib

Dimensions 27-1/8 x 13-5/8 x 32 in.Cube 6.8cuft


Quantity- distanceclassStorage compatibility

groupDOT shipping class DOT designation

(18)1.1

OAEXPLOSIVE PROJEC

TILE

Reference(s):

DARCOM-P-700-3-3TM 9-1300-203

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PROJECTILE, 155 MILLIMETER: HE, M107C1 (NL)

680MM (MAX) (26.79 IN.)

LAST TWO DIGITS OF THE YEAR OF MANUFACTURE7

INITIALS OF MANUFACTURER

'SERIAL NUMBER OF THE LOTAR 101971

,

Use:


Description:

The projectile is a hollow steel shellfilled with 14.6 Ib of TNT. The shape is ogival

with a boattail for aerodynamic efficiency. Athreaded lifting plug closes the fuze cavity atthe nose of the projectile for handling and

storage. Point detonating, time or proximity(deep cavity only) fuzes may be used with this

projectile. A rotating band encircles the shellcasing near the base and is protected by a

grommet before loading. A steel plate (basecover) is welded over the base to prevent entry of

hot propellant gases into the projectile interior.

Functioning:

When the weapon is fired, the burningpropellant charge generates rapidly expanding

gases to propel the projectile through the barrelwith the velocity required to reach the target.The soft alloy rotating band engages the barrel

rifling to impart spin to the projectile for stabilityin flight. If a point detonating fuze or time fuze isemployed the fuze detonates the supplementarycharge on impact (PD) or at the preset time (MT),

and the supplementary charge detonates theprojectile filler.

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Tabulated Data:



Kg (Ib)

Zone Over

MarkingUp to Yellow& Incl Squares

234

40.823(90.0)41.322(91.1)

41.731(92.0)42.320(93.3)

41.413(91.3) LJLJ41.912(92.4) QCDE1

42.502(93.7) QQQQ42.910(94.6) QHDOQCD5

Complete round:Type

Length w/liftingplug

HE

-- 680mm (26.79 in.)(max)Length w/o lifting

plug 604.5mm (23. 81 in.)(max)Cannon used with M126, M126A1.

Ml 85Projectile:



TNT 6.57kg(14.61b)Primer for Weapons

M109, M109A1,M109A2,

M109A3 M82Propelling charges M4A1, M3CI*. M4C3*Fuze PD.M557C1**NL manufacture

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 52C (-65F)Upper limit + 62C ( + 145F)Storage:

Lower limit 62C (-80F) (for periodsnot more than 3 days)Upper limit + 7lC ( + 160F) (for

periods not more than 4hr/day)Packing 8 projectiles on pallet

Pallet:Weight 360 kg (793. 8 Ib)

Dimensions 840 x 705 x 353mm (33.0x27.7x 13. 9 in.)Cube 0.209m3 (7.3



DOT designation

DODACAssembly Dwg. No.

Limitations:

Not available

Reference(s):

Not available

(18) I. IDA

EXPLOSIVE PROJECTILESNot availableNot available

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PROJECTILE, 203 MILLIMETER, (8-INCH) DM11 (GE)

-872KM(3.35 IN.) MAX.

302MM (J1.6 IN.)

GROMMET SUPPLEMENTARY CHARGE,

BASE COVER

BURSTING CHARGE

EYEBOLT LIFTING PLUG

AR 101771-A

Use:

This projectile is used against personneland materiel, producing blast andfragmentation at the target.

Description:

The projectile consists of a hollow steelforging with a boattailed base, a streamlined

ogive, and a gilding metal rotating band. Abase cover is welded to the base of the projectile

for added protection against the entrance of hotgases from the propelling charge during firing.

The nose of the projectile is fitted with a

threaded eyebolt lifting plug to facilitatehandling and provide a closure for the fuze cavity.The projectile is made with either a shallow or

deep fuze cavity and is loaded with TNT. Deepcavity projectiles contain a supplementary charge

and the lifting plug to limit movement of thesupplementary charge during shipping and

handling. The rotating band is protected by aremovable grommet. The loaded projectile iszoned into one of five weight zones ranging from

86.8 to 92.7 kilograms (191.4 to 204.3 pounds).The weight zone of the projectile is indicated by a

number of squares and prick punch marks on theogive of the projectile.

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Functioning:

The grommet and lifting plug areremoved from the projectile and the projectile isfitted with the authorized fuze and rammed intothe weapon chamber. Fuze arming occurs afterfiring, during projectile flight downrange. Thefuze functions detonating the projectile on

impact, either superquick (SQ) or with 0.05second delay.

Tabulated Data:



kg (Ib)

Zone OverUp to&Incl

MarkingYellow

uares234

56

86.8(191.4)87.9(193.9)89.1(196.4)90.2(198.9)91.4(201.4)

88.1(194.3)89.3(196.9)90.4(199.3)91.6(201.9)92.7(204.3)

Complete round:Length:

W/o lifting plug 802mm (31.6 in.)W/lifting plug 872mm (34.35 in. max)Diameter:

Rotating band 210mm (8.28 in. max)Bourrelet 203mm (7.998 in. max)Body material SteelColor Olive drab w/yellow

markingsFiller and weight TNT 16.5 kg (36 Ib)Supplementary

charge TNT0.14kg(0.31b)Grommet 3 types - metal w/wire

ties, fiberglass or

Weapon

Cannon

plastic w/metal leverM110.M110A1,

M110A2M2A2(M2A1E1)

M201.M201A1

Propelling charges DM12, DM22Primer* M82Fuze Point detonating,

DM241

*The US M82 Primer is not interchangeable withthe GE M 191 Al Primer because of variations inthe breech mechanism. GE weapons must use

DM191A1 Primers and US weapons must useM82 Primers.

Temperature Limits:

+ 52C( + 125F)Firing:

Upper limitStorage:

Upper limit + 63C( + 145F)Packing 6 projectiles on pallet

Pallet:Weight 635 kg (1400 Ib)

Dimensions 720 x 480 x 972mm(28.4x18.9x38.3 in.)Cube 0.336m3(11.8ft3)


Storage Class/SCG ~ 1.1DDOT shipping class ADOT designation EXPLOSIVE PROJEC

TILEDrawing number Not availableDODAC DG80

Firing Tables (US):FT 8-0-5

FT8-Q-1

Ml 10, Cannon M2A2(M2A1E1)M110A1, Cannon M201,

M110A2, CannonM201A1

Limitations:

Not available

References:

Not available

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PROJECTILE, 203 MILLIMETER (8-INCH): HE, M106 (NL* GE, SP, BE* DA, IT**, GR, UK*)

3**. 35 I". C872MM) CMAX)

*US manufacture**Some US manufacture

Use:


Description:

The projectile consists of a hollow steelforging with a boattailed base, a streamlinedogive, and a gilding metal rotating band. A

base cover is welded to the base of the projectilefor added protection against the entrance of hot

gases from the propelling charge during firing.The nose of the projectile is fitted with a

threaded eyebolt lifting plug to facilitatehandling and provide a closure for the fuze

cavity. The projectile is made with either ashallow or deep fuze cavity and may be loaded

with TNT or Composition B. Deep cavityprojectiles contain a supplementary charge in thefuze cavity. A cardboard spacer is placed in thefuze cavity between the supplementary charge

and the lifting plug to limit movement of thesupplementary charge during shipping andhandling. The rotating band is protected by a

removable grommet. The loaded projectile iszoned into one of five weight zones ranging from

86.8 to 92.6 kg (191.4 to 204.3 Ib). The weightzone of the projectile is indicated by the number ofsquares and punch prick marks on the ogive of

the projectile.

Functioning:

The grommet and lifting plug are removedfrom the projectile and the projectile is fitted with

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one of the authorized fuzes and rammed into theweapon chamber. Fuze arming occurs afterfiring, during projectile flight downrange.

Depending upon the type of fuze fitted, the fuzefunctions, detonating the projectile on impact

with a point detonating (PD) fuze or after anelapsed time with a mechanical time and

superquick (MTSQ) fuze.

Tabulated Data:



ZonekgOver

(Ib)Up to & Incl

MarkingYellowSquares234

56

86.8(191.4)87.9(193.9)89.0(196.4)90.2(198.9)91.3(201.4)

88.1(194.3)89.2(196.8)90.4(199.3)

91.5(201.8)

Temperature Limits:


Lower limit 62C (-80F) (for periodnot more than 3 days)Upper limit + 70C ( + 160F) (for

period not more than 4hr/day)Packing 6 projectiles on pallet

Pallet:Weight 568.8 kg (1253 Ib)

Dimensions 1003 x 724 x 489mm (39-1/2 x 28-1/2 x 19-1/4 in.)Cube 0.36m3 (12.4 ft3)


E3QH Storage Class/SCG 1.1DDOT shipping class A

DOT designation EXPLOSIVE PROJEC-TILE DODAC Not availableType HE Dwg. No. Not available

Length:W/o lifting plug 798mm (31.43 in.)W/lifting plug 872mm (34.35 in.) maxDiameter:

Rotating Band 210mm (8.28 in.)Bourrelet 203mm (7.998 in.) max T. , ., Limitations:Body material SteelColor Olive drab w/yellow Not available

markingsFiller and weight TNT 1 6. 5 kg (36. 3 Ib)

Comp B 17.6 kg (38.8Ib)Supplementary

charge TNT 0.136 kg (0.3 Ib)Weapon M110, M110A1,

M110A2 References):

Cannon M2A2, M201, M201A1 TM 9-1300-206Grommet 3 types, metal w/wire TM 9-1300-251-20

ties, fiberglass or TM 9. j 300-25 1-34plastic w/metal lever

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PROJECTILE, 203 MILLIMETER (8-INCH): HE, M106C1 (NL)

872MM (3*. 35 IN.)

INITIALS OF MANUFACTURER -LAST TWO DIGITS OF YEAR OF MANUFACTURE

SERIAL NUMBER OF THE LOTAR 101976

IUse:


Description:

The projectile consists of a hollow steelforging with a boattailed base, a streamlinedogive, and a gilding metal rotating band. A

base cover is welded to the base of the projectilefor added protection against the entrance of hot

gases from the propelling charge during firing.The nose of the projectile is fitted with a

threaded eyebolt lifting plug to facilitatehandling and provide a closure for the fuze

cavity. The projectile is made with either ashallow or deep fuze cavity and loaded withTNT. Deep cavity projectiles contain a

supplementary charge in the fuze cavity. Acardboard spacer is placed in the fuze cavitybetween the supplementary charge and thelifting plug to limit movement of thesupplementary charge during shipping andhandling. The rotating band is protected by aremovable grommet. The loaded projectile iszoned into one of five weight zones ranging from

86.8 to 92.6 kg (191.4 to 204.3 Ib). The weightzone of the projectile is indicated by the number ofsquares and prick punch marks on the ogive ofthe projectile.

Functioning:

The grommet and lifting plug are removedfrom the projectile and the projectile is fitted with

one of the authorized fuzes and rammed into theweapon chamber. Fuze arming occurs afterfiring, during projectile flight downrange.

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Depending upon the type of fuze fitted, the fuzefunctions detonating the projectile on impact,

after an elapsed time or on sensing of the target.

Tabulated Data:



krMarkingMM YrllnwKgZone Over Up to & Incl Squares

2 86.8(191.4)87.9(193.9)89.0(196.4)90.2(198.9)

91.3(201.4)

88.1(194.3) QEI89.2(196.8) QQQ90.4(199.3) QQE1C:]34

56

91.5(201.8) HODGE92.6(204.3)EHG]QQ[D

Complete round:Type

Length:W/o lifting plug -

W/lifting plug

Diameter:Rotating Band

BourreletBody materialColor

Filler and weightSupplementary

chargeWeapon

Cannon Grommet

HE

798mm (3 1.43 in.)872mm (34.35 in.)

max

210mm (8.28 in.)-203mm (7.998 in.) max

SteelOlive drab w/yellow

markingsTNT, 16.5 kg (36.3 Ib)

TNT 0.136 kg (0.3 Ib)

Mll0.Mll0Al,M110A2M2A2,M201,M201A13 types, metal w/wire

ties, fiberglass orplastic w/metal lever

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40C (-40F)Upper limit +52C( + 125F)Storage:

Lower limit 62C (-80F) (for periodnot more than 3 days)Upper limit + 70C ( + 160F) (for

period not more than 4hr/day)Packing 6projectilesonpallet

Pallet:Weight 565 kg (1246 Ib)

Dimensions 1020 x 720 x 497mm(40.2x28.3x19.6 in.)Cube 0.365m3 (12.7 M)


Storage Class/SCO 1.1DDOT shipping class A

DOT designation EXPLOSIVE PROJECTILESDODAC Not availableDwg. No. Not available

QUICKMATCH

FIRST FIRE CHARGE AR199491


Std AMCTC 6390, dtd 1968.

Use:

This cartridge is used for illuminating adesired point or area.

Description:

The complete round consists of a bodytube and tail cone assembly, an illuminantcandle and parachute assembly, a time fu/.c

with a built-in expelling charge, a fin assemblywith a cartridge housing and propellant increment charges, and an ignition cartridge withpercussion primer. The nose of the thin-walledsteel tubing body is fitted with a steel adapter

and internally threaded to accept the fu/.e Thetail cone may be internally or externally threaded,depending upon the model. Models that arc

internally threaded require an adapter forattaching the fin assembly. The tail cone is

attached to the body with four equally spacedshear pins. The illuminant assembly, consistingof a first-fire charge and an illuminant charge, is

contained in a boxboard case and attached to theparachute with a 30-inch suspension line

Functioning:

When the cartridge is loaded, it slides downthe mortar tube until the percussion primer in thehub of the fin assembly strikes the firing pin in

the base cap of the mortar Tho burning primerflashes through the central flash hole in thecartridge housing, igniting the ignition cartridge.

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The cartridge ignites the propellant charge, andrapidly expanding gases from the burning propellant expel the projectile from the tube andpropel it to the desired height. The projectile is

fin-stabilized in flight. Functioning of the timefuze detonates the expelling charge and ignites

the first-fire charge by means of a length ofquickmatch. The expelling charge also separ

ates the cone from the tube, allowing theilluminant candle and parachute assembly to fallfree. The first-fire charge ignites the illuminant,

and the parachute deploys to support the candle.Burning time is at least 60 seconds with aminimum of 500,000 candlepower.

Difference Between Models:

Fin assembly attaches with or withoutadapter, depending upon design of the tail cone.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type Illuminating

Weight 10. 1ibLength 24.735 in.Cannon used with M1.M29, M29A1Projectile:

Body material Steel tubeColor White w/black mark

ingsFiller and weight Illuminating, 1.37 Ib

Components:Ignition cartridge M66E1

Propellant charge M185Percussion primer M71A2Fin assembly M158Fuze Time, M84A1

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40F (-40C)^ Upper limit + 125F( + 52.0C)Storage:

Lower limit 80F (for period notmore than 3 days)(-62.2C)Upper limit + 160F (for period not

more than 4 hr/day)

*Packing One round in junglewrapped fiber or metal

container; three fiber/metal containers inwooden box

*Packing Box:Weight 53.6 Ib

Dimensions 30-9/16 x 13-15/16 x 6-25/32 in.Cube 1.9cuft

*NOTE: See SC for complete packing dataincluding NSN's.


Quantity-distanceclass (08) 1.2Storage compatibility

group GDOT shipping class ADOT designation AMMUNITION FOR

CANNON WITH ILLUMINATINGPROJECTILESDODAC 1315-C226

Drawing number 9220705

Ballistics:

Fuze Horizontal Height Eleva-Setting Range ofburst tion

(sec) (mtr) (mtr) (mill3* 20.6 250 600 1501.1

3 19.93 250 600 1501.13 15.9 1050 600 1042.14 19.8 1550 600 1004.3

5 22.1 2050 600 942.66 26.1 2450 600 967.47 27.6 2950 600 904.7

8 29.8 3150 600 883.9

*Charge 3 is the ignition cartridge and threeincrement charges; Charge 8 is the ignitioncartridge and eight increment charges.

Limitations:

Firing with less than three propellantincrement charges (Charge 3) is not authorized.

Exposure of the propelling charge to moisturecan produce short rounds.

References:

DARCOM-P 700-3-3SB 700-20

SC 1 305/30-1L

TM 9-1015-200-12TM 9- 1300-25 1-20

TM 9-3071-1

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CARTRIDGE, 107 MILLIMETER (4.2 INCH): HE, M329C1 (NL)

655MM (25.79 IN.)

INITIALS OF MANUFACTURERLAST TWO DIGITS OF THE YEAR OF MANUFACTURE

SERIAL NUMBER OF THE LOT AR 101975

Use:

This cartridge is used against personneland materiel, providing both fragmentation and

blast effect.

Description:

The complete round consists of a projectilebody, a fuze, and a tail assembly. The steel body

is designed to accomodate a point detonating (PD)fuze. A deep fuze well in the nose is fitted with a

supplementary charge of TNT. The tail assemblyincludes a pressure plate and rotating disc, apropelling charge, a cartridge container, and

ignition cartridge, and a striker nut assembly.

Functioning:

When the cartridge is released, it slidesdown the mortar tube until the percussion primer

strikes the firing pin. The flash from the primerignites the ignition cartridge, which, in turn, ig

nites the propelling charge. The gases from thepropelling charge exert pressure on the pressure

plate at the base of the projectile which expands

the rotating disc, engaging it in the rilling of thetube. The spin, imparted to the projectile as it

leaves the weapon, stabilizes it in flight. The functioning of the fuze detonates the supplementarycharge, and, in turn, the high explosive charge.The projectile bursts on target producing near

optimum fragmentation and blast effect.

Tabulated Data:

HE12.29 kg (27 07 Ib)655mm (25. 79 in.)

Complete round:Type

WeightLengthProjectile:

Body material SteelColor Olive drab w/white

markingsFiller and weight - 3.2 kg (7.08 Ib) TNTSupplementary

chargeComponents:

Ignition cartridge Propelling charge Fuze

0.165 kg (0.365 Ib) TNT

M2A2M36A1

Point detonating, M557orM557C1

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Performance (full charge):Maximum range 5650m (6215 yd)Muzzle velocity 299 mps

Temperature Limits:


Lower limit 62C (-80F) (forperiod not more than3 days)Upper limit +70C ( -I- 160F) (for

period not more than4 hr/day)Container M251

Packing 1 round in fiber container; 2 fiber containers in woodenboxPacking Box:

Weight 37.0 kg (81. 5 Ib)Dimensions 813 x 281 x 183mm (32

x 11x7.2 in.)Cube 0.04m3(l.46ft3)

IShipping and Storage Data:

Storage class/SCG 1.1 EDOT shipping class ADOT designation AMMUNITION FOR

CANNON WITH EXPLOSIVE PROJECTILESDODAC Not available at this

timeDwg No. Not available at this

time

Limitations:

Short rounds may occur when firing with fewerthan 10 increments.

References:

Not available

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CARTRIDGE, 107 MILLIMETER (4.2-INCH): ILLUMINATING, M335C1 (NL)

-tiSMM CIS. 10 IN.)

M 101990

Use:

This cartridge is used for target andbattlefield illumination at night and duringother periods of low visibility.

Description:

The complete round consists of aprojectile body with a detachable base plug, a

mechanical time (MT) fuze, an illuminantassembly attached to a parachute assembly,

and a tail assembly. The steel tube body isdesigned to accommodate an expelling charge

immediately below the fuze, and the base plugis attached with four equally spaced shear pins.The illuminant assembly consists of a first-fire

charge and an illuminant charge, contained ina canister fitted with anti-rotational brakes to

reduce canister spin at the time of ejection andprevent twisting of the parachute suspension

lines. The tail assembly includes a pressure plateand rotating disc, a propelling charge, a cartridgecontainer and ignition cartridge; and a striker nutassembly.

Functioning:


strikes the firing pin. The flash from the primerignites the ignition cartridge which, in turn,ignites the propelling charge. The gases from thepropelling charge exert pressure on the pressureplate at the base of the projectile which expands

the rotating disc, engaging it in the rifling of thetube. The spin imparted to the projectile as it

leaves the weapon stabilizes it in flight. Upon

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functioning of the MT fuze, the expelling chargeis ignited, expelling the illuminant andparachute assemblies from the projectile bodyand igniting the first-fire charge in the

illuminant canister. The first-fire charge ignitesthe illuminant charge, the spring-loaded brakesextend to stop rotation, and the parachutedeploys. Burning time is approximately 70

seconds at 500,000 candle-power.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type


Body material

Illuminating11.8kg(26Ib)655mm (25.80 in.)

M30

SteelColor White w/black mark

ingsKiller and weight Illuminant, 1.5 kg

(3.31 Ib)Expelling charge Black powder, 0.08 kg

(0.18 Ib)Components:

Ignition cartridge -- M2A2Propelling charge M36A1

Fuze MT, NR151Performance (full charge):

Maximum range 5290m (5819 yd)Muzzle velocity 301.7mps

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40C (-40F)Upper limit + 52C( + 125F)

Storage:Lower limit 62C (-80F) (for period

not more than 3 days)Upper limit +70C ( + 160F) (for

period not more than 4hr/day)Packing 1 round in fiber con

tainer; 2 containers inwooden boxPacking Box:

Weight 38.3 kg (84.5 Ib)Dimensions 813 x 281 x 193mm (32x

11 x7.2in.)Cube 0.04m3 ( 1 .4 ft3)


Storage Class SCODOT shipping class DOT designation

(08) 1.2GA

AMMUNITION FORCANNON WITH IL

LUMINATINGPROJECTILESDODAC Not available at this

timeDwgNo. Not available at this

time

Limitations:

Not available

References:

Not available

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CARTRIDGE, 4.2 INCH: HE,M329A1(NL)

AR199450

-STRIKER NUT ASSEMBLY

-PROPELLING CHARGE

SUPPLEMENTARY CHARGE -

-HE FILLER

FUZE -7

TATING DISK

-PRESSURE PLATE

-CARTRIDGE CONTAINER EXTENSION

- PROJECTILE BODY


Std (LCC-B) 01756003

Use:

This cartridge is used against personneland materiel, providing both fragmentation and

blast effect.

Description:

The complete round consists of a projectilebody, a fuze, and a tail assembly. The steel body

is designed to accomodate an impact, delay, orproximity fuze. A deep fuze well in the nose isfitted with a supplementary charge of TNT; thischarge is removed to accommodate certain proximity fuzes. The tail assembly includes a pressureplate and rotating disc, a propelling charge, a

cartridge container and ignition cartridge, and astriker nut assembly.

Functioning:


strikes the firing pin. The flash from the primerignites the ignition cartridge, which, in turn, ignites the propelling charge. The gases from the

propelling charge exert pressure on the pressureplate at the base of the projectile which expandsthe rotating disc, engaging it in the rifling of the

tube. The spin, imparted to the projectile as itleaves the weapon, stabilizes it in flight. The functioning of the fuze detonates the supplementarycharge and, in turn, the high explosive charge.

Depending on the type of fuze used, the projectilebursts either over or on target, producing nearoptimum fragmentation and blast effect.

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Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type HE

Weight 27.07IbLength 25. 79 in.Cannon used with M2, M30Projectile:

Body material Steel tubeColor Olive drab w/white

markingsFiller and weight TNT, 7.08 IbSupplementary

charge TNT, 0.365 IbComponents:

Ignition cartridge M2A2*Propelling charge M36A1*Fuze PD, M557; M739

MTSQ, M520 seriesorM564,Prox.,M513

series M728, M732

*NOTE: See separate data sheets.

Performance (full charge):Maximum range 6180 yd (5650 mtr)Muzzle velocity 981 fps (299 mps)

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40F(-40C)

Upper limit + 125F( + 52C)Storage:

Lower limit 80F (-62.2C) (forperiod not more than

3 days)Upper limit + 160F ( + 71.1C) (for

period not more than4 hr/ day)

*Packing 1 round in fiber container; 2 fiber con

tainers in wooden box*Packing Box:

Weight 76 IbDimensions 31-5/16 x 1 1-13/16 x 7-

3/8 in.Cube 1.6cuft



Quantity-distanceclassStorage compatibility

groupDOT shipping class

DOT designation

1.1

EA

AMMUNITION FORCANNON WITH EX

PLOSIVE PROJKC-TILESDODAC 1315-C704 w/Fu/.eDODAC 1315-C705 w/oFuze

Drawing number 8863685

Limitations:

Short rounds may occur when firing with fewerthan 10 increments. Minimum charge for firing

with a proximity fuze is 10 increments.

References:

SC 1305/30-ILTM 9-1015-215-12TM 9-1300-251-20TM 9-1320-241-12

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CARTRIDGE, 4.2-INCH: ILLUMINATING, M335A1 AND M335 (GR)

AR199444

FIRST FIRE CHARGE

BAFFLE GASKET

BAFFLE PLATE

EXPELLING CHARGE

CARTRIDGE CONTAINER EXTENSION

PARACHUTE ASSEMBLY


M335A1: Std AMCTCM335: Cent AMCTC

Use:

38819546

dtddid

19651972

This cartridge is used for target andbattlefield illumination at night and during

other periods of low visibility.

Description:

The complete round consists of aprojectile body with a detachable base plug, anMTSQ fuze, an illuminant assembly attached toa parachute assembly, and a tail assembly. Thesteel tube body is designed to accommodate anexpelling charge immediately below the fuze,

and the base plug is attached with four equallyspaced shear pins. The illuminant assemblyconsists of a first-fire charge and an illuminant

charge, contained in a canister fitted withantirotational brakes to reduce canister spin at

the time of ejection and prevent twisting of theparachute suspension lines. The tail assembly

includes a pressure plate and rotating disc, apropelling charge, a cartridge container andignition cartridge, and a striker nut assembly.

Functioning:


strikes the firing pin. The flash from the primerignites the ignition cartridge which, in turn,ignites the propelling charge. The gases from thepropelling charge exert pressure on the pressure

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plate at the base of the projectile which expandsthe rotating disc, engaging it in the rifling of thetube. The spin imparted to the projectile as it

leaves the weapon stabilizes it in flight. Uponfunctioning of the MTSQ fuze, the expellingcharge is ignited, expelling the illuminant andparachute assemblies from the projectile body

and igniting the first-fire charge in theilluminant canister. The first-fire charge ignitesthe illuminant charge, the spring-loaded brakesextend to stop rotation, and the parachutedeploys. Burning time is approximately 70 sec at

500,000 candlepower for the M335A1, and 60 secfor the M335.

Differences between Models:

M335A1 and M335 are similar except forignition cartridges and propelling charges. Seeseparate data sheets for detailed descriptions of

Ignition Cartridges M2A1 and M2, andPropelling Charges M36A1 and M36.

Tabulated Data:

Complete round:Type


Body material

Illuminating26.00 Ib25.70 in.

M2, M30

SteelColor White w/black mark

ingsFiller and weight Ilium., 3.31 Ib

Expelling charge BP, 0.lSlbComponents:

M335 M335A1Ignition cartridge M2* M2A1*Propelling charge M36* M36A1*Fuze MTSQ, MT,

M501 M562Performance (full charge):

M335 M335A1Maximum range 5251 yd 5787 yd

(4800 mtr) (5290 mtr)Muzzle velocity 952 fps 990 fps

(290 mps) (301.7 mps)

*NOTE: See separate data sheets.

Temperature Limits:

Firing:Lower limit 40F(-40C)Upper limit + 125F ( 4- 52.0C)Storage:

Lower limit 80F (-62.2C) (forperiod not more than 3days)Upper limit -I- 160F ( + 71.TC) (for

period not more than 4hr/day)

*Packing I round in fiber container: 2 containers inwooden box

*Packing Box:Weight 76.0 Ib

Dimensions -, 31-5/16 x 11-13/16 x 7-5/8 in.Cube l.ficuft



Quantity-distanceclass (08)1.2Storage compatibility

group GDOT shipping class ADOT designation AMMUNITION FOR

CANNON WITH ILLUMINATINGPROJECTILESDODAC 1315-C706Drawing number 8833724 (M335A.1)

8833741 (M335)

References:

SC 1305/30- 1 LTM 9-1015-215-12

TM 9-1300-251-20TM 9-1320-241-12

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PROJECTILE BODY

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STRIKER NUT ASSEMBLY


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Use:

PARACHUTE ASSEMBLY

BASE PLUG

ROTATING DISK

PRESSURE PLATE

1965

This cartridge is used for target andbattlefield illumination at night and during other

periods of low visibility.

Description:

The complete round consists of a projectilebody with a detachable base plug, a time fuze, an

illuminant assembly attached to a parachute assembly, and a tail assembly. The steel tube body

is designed to accommodate an expelling chargeimmediately below the fuze, and the base plug isattached with four equally spaced shear pins.The illuminant assembly consists of a first-fire

EXPELLING CHARGE

ILLUMINANT CHARGES

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charge and an illuminant charge, contained in acanister fitted with antirotational brakes to reduce

canister spin at the time of ejection and preventtwisting of the parachute suspension lines. The

tail assembly includes a pressure plate and rotating disc, a propelling charge, a cartridge containerand ignition cartridge, and a striker nut assembly.

Functioning:


strikes the firing pin. The flash from the primerignites the ignition charge. The gases from thepropelling charge exert pressure on the pressure

plate at the base of the projectile which expands therotating disc, engaging it in the rifling of the tube.The spin imparted to the projectile as it leaves the

weapon stabilizes it in flight. Upon functioning ofthe fuze, the expelling charge is ignited, expelling

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the illuminant and parachute assembliesthrough the base of the projectile bo

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