ENGINEERING TEST OF CARTRIDGE, 5.56-MM, TRACER, XM196

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Abstract:

This report describes the engineering test of the XM-196 5.56 mm tracer cartridge. The purpose of the test was to determine cartridge physical dimensions, accuracy, tracer performance, cook-off, vibration effects, brush deflection, erosion, penetration pine board, steel helmet, and armored vest, and gun functioning. The test was conducted at APG between 15 July 1964 and 16 March 1965. The characteristics of the test item were determined. It was recommended that the test cartridge be considered suitable for use with the M-16 and M-16E1 rifles.

Author(s):
Scheuren, John
Author Organization(s):
DEVELOPMENT AND PROOF SERVICES ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND MD
Descriptive Note:
Final rept. 15 Jul 1964-16 Mar 1965
Supplementary Note:
Limited number of copies containing color other than black and white are available until stock is exhausted. Reproductions will be made in black and white only. DOI: 10.21236/AD0474391
Pagination:
0127

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
DPS-1687
Project Number(s):
USATECOM8-4-0210-02-C
Monitor Series:
TECOM
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_7.2.1_Mitigate Lethal Effects; JCA_7.2_Mitigate; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_5.4.3_Establish Rule Sets; JCA_5.4_Decide; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_6.1.2_Wireless Transmission
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*CARTRIDGES, *TRACER AMMUNITION, BALLISTICS, COOK OFF, EROSION, FIRING TESTS(ORDNANCE), PENETRATION, PHYSICAL PROPERTIES, SMALL ARMS AMMUNITION, TABLES(DATA), TERMINAL BALLISTICS, VIBRATION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Ammunition and Explosives
Report Date:
1965 Jun 01