Evaluation of a New Super-Propelling Charge, XM119 for Projectile, HE, M107 to Provide Extended Range in the 155mm Howitzer, Self-propelled, M109 (T196E1),
Abstract
An investigation was initiated to determine whether the readily available standard M107 projectile could be used to satisfy the 18,000-meter maximum range requirement for the M109 weapon. The range dispersion of the ammunition was excellent. Range Probable Errors of only 0.2% or better at 18,400 meters maximum range were achieved in almost every case. Even in the worn tube, a volley of 20 rounds produced a low-range dispersion. Complete data pertaining to propelling charge description, lethality advantages of the M107 projectile compared with the M470 projectile, and ballistic test data are given in this report. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 1963
- Accession Number
- AD0423683
Entities
People
- Harry Hassmann
Organizations
- Picatinny Arsenal