30mm Lethality
Abstract
The 30mm Lethality program funds development of a suite of 30x173mm caliber cartridges, which includes anti-personnel tactical and training cartridges and anti-materiel tactical and training cartridges. The objective is to enhance the operational effectiveness and lethality of the Stryker Infantry Carrier Vehicle (ICV) and any Army Fighting Vehicles that are equipped with a 30x173mm weapon system. The tactical cartridges will provide an organic direct fire capability to support infantry at a greater range and will improve lethality when engaging dismounted infantry and like armored vehicles. The training cartridges will be ballistically matched to the tactical cartridges, allowing the Warfighter to train in a cost effective manner. This program will leverage earlier efforts in support of the Stryker Operational Needs Statement for Increased Lethality. FY 2018 funding will support ammunition qualification activities and development of performance specifications. FY 2018 effort also includes preparation activities for developing/qualifying a 30x173mm Programmable Airburst Munition (PABM) for production. The objective is to field airburst capable 30x173mm cartridges and programming/communication units for use in Stryker ICV and/or Army Future Fighting Vehicles.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2018
- Source ID
- FA6_0604802A_5_2040_PB_2018
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