Armor-piercing incendiary operational cartridge equivalent to M53.
Suitable for use in M39 and M61 cannons.
| NORMATIVE REFERENCE | MIL-C-46552C |
|---|---|
| PROJECTILE TYPE | ARMOR-PIERCING INCENDIARY |
| PROJECTILE WEIGHT | 100.5 g / 1551 gr |
| VELOCITY AT 7.5 m | 1000 m/s / 3281 ft/s |
| ENERGY AT 7.5 m | 50250 J |
| CASE | BRASS |
| WATERTIGHTNESS | YES |
| SERVICE TEMPERATURE | 54°C to +21°C |
| 65°F to 125°F |
