
The cartridge is used against moderately armed targets and when incendiary effect is needed.
The armor piercing shot is the main part of the projectile. The ballistic cap (ogive) contains an incendiary composition. The cartridge is identified by a projectile painted black with red markings.
No information about hazardous components.
Nothing else to see.
TM 43-0001-27, Small Caliber Ammunition (chg 7, 2004)