30 mm x 173 APFSDS-T

30 mm x 173 APFSDS-T

Description:
Cartridge 30 mm x 173 APFSDS-T is developed for use with guns Bushmaster II/MK44. The cartridge complies with requirements of STANAG 4624 Ed.1 for 30 mm x 173 ammunition and other related documents.

The projectile is a sub-caliber fin stabilized projectile with tungsten penetrator, having very low velocity drop. It is effective against armour, multiple targets, concrete, sand bunkers, and others. The sabot elements are released from the penetrator at the muzzle. The penetrator has very high penetration effect and delivers fragments and incendiary effect into the target as well. The tracer element is added to the base of the projectile.

Compatibility: 
Ammunition is compatible with the Bushmaster II/MK44.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Technical data  
Cartridge weight: approx. 706 g
Projectile weight: approx. 227 g
Propellant charge weight: approx. 170 g
Mean pressure Pิ + 3δP: ≤ 496.5 MPa (piezo)
Overall length: 281 mm
Muzzle velocity: 1430 ± 15.0 m/s
Cartridge case: Steel
Ignition train: Primer No. 8235, Booster B01
Propellant: EI 5214
Tracer burning time: ≥ 1.5 s / 2000 m
Penetration effect: 95 + 20 mm RHA (MIL-A-12560) / 0°/ 1000 m
Dispersion: ≤ 0.3 mil
Operating temperature range: From -40°C to +50°C

 

 

 

Packaging and Storage:  
Ammo box: M-548
Packaging: 21 linked cartridges in one box M-548
UN Number: UN 0328
Hazardous code: 1.2C
Shelf life: 15 years
Storage conditions: non-tempered warehouse, in original ammo box

 

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