TECHNICAL SUPPORT TEST OF FUZE, MT, XM595 (SAFETY RELEASE)
Abstract
The XM595 fuzes were tested at APG to evaluate the safety of the XM595 mechanical time fuze. The fuzes were subjected to simulated transportation - vibration tests at hot and cold temperatures, cold storage, and hot cycle tests, prior to firing. The firings consisted of 160 rounds of Ml cartridge from the M101Al, 105-mm weapon system at ambient temperatures (60 to 80 F), -65 F and +145 F; 50 rounds of Ml cartridge from the M108, 105-mm weapons system at +145 F; and 160 rounds of M107 projectile with charge, propelling, XM119E4 at zone 8 charge from the M109, 155-mm weapon system at ambient temperature, -65 F and +145 F. It is recommended that the XM595 mechanical time fuze be considered safe in any of the following weapon - ammunition combinations: cartridge, 105-mm, M1 in 105-mm howitzers, M101Al, M102, and M108; projectile, 155-mm, M107 with charges, propelling, M3, M4A1, and XM119 series as applicable in 155-mm howitzers, M114A1, and M109; and projectile, 8-inch, M106 with charges, propelling, M1, and M2 in 8-inch howitzers, M55, M110, and M115.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0484458
Entities
People
- H. L. Adams