Description
This cartridge is used for salutes and simulated fire in 76mm guns.
The cartridge contains a charge of sodium nitrate black powder, loosely assembled in a primed brass or steel cartridge case. Slightly recessed in the mouth of the cartridge case is a plastic closing cup which retains the loose charge. Earlier models of this cartridge contain a bagged charge of potassium nitrate black powder.
Functioning
When the primer is initiated by the firing pin of the weapon, the black powder charge is ignited producing a flash, smoke, and loud report.
Hazardous Components
Filler - Black powder (1 lb, 0.45 kg)
Primer - M70 percussion
Physical Data
Length, overall - 6.63 in, 168.4 mm
See Also
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