The Terminal Ballistics of Certain 65 Gram Long Rod Penetrators Impacting Steel Armor Plate

Abstract

This report presents a comprehensive documentation of experimental data generated for the ACT (Automatic Cannon Technology) Program (behind-armor data for long rod penetrators in the 20-40mm size). An adequate kinetic energy penetrator performance data base for long rod penetrators of various designs has been established. In addition, for some of the rounds, behind-target debris has been analyzed to supply a partial basis for debris characterization.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1978
Accession Number
ADA057757

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  • John P. Lambert

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  • Ballistic Research Laboratory

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