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US Cartridge, 105mm Dummy, M457

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Description

This dummy cartridge is used as a drill round to train tank crews in handling ammunition and loading the 105mm gun cannon.

The cartridge simulates a loaded round of 105mm high explosive plastic ammunition in size, weight, and center of gravity. The projectile is of steel, and is secured to the cartridge case by crimping. A steel weight is assembled to the rear of the projectile and is held in place with a spring pin.

The projectile is blue with white markings.

Functioning

The cartridge is completely inert and does not function.

Hazardous Components

No information about hazardous components.

Physical Data

Length, overall - 37 in, 940 mm

See Also

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Source(s)

TM 43-0001-28, Artillery Ammunition, Guns, Howitzers, Mortars, Recoilless Rifles, Grenade Launchers, and Artillery Fuzes (1994)

TM 43-0001-28, Artillery Ammunition, Guns, Howitzers, Mortars, Recoilless Rifles, Grenade Launchers, and Artillery Fuzes (1977)