M829A3

IMB Approved PA171 Pack

Cartridge, 120mm APFSDS-T

The M829A3 is the U.S. Army’s next gen- Features: Characteristics:

eration Kinetic Energy tank cartridge. It • Lethality—Designed to defeat Cartridge
utilizes state of the art composite sabot, advanced armors at extended ranges • Length 982mm
propellant, and penetrator technologies • Accuracy—Low drag and improved • Weight 22.3 kg
to ensure that the U.S. armored forces accuracy at extended ranges • Propellant Type RPD-380 Stick
will maintain battlefield dominance well • Low Cost—Due to automated • Propellant Weight 8.1 kg
into the future. manufacturing
The M829A3 completed Type • More Rugged—Reinforced windshield Projectile
and cartridge case joints • Type Tactical
Classification-Standard in March 2003
• Improved tracer at longer ranges • Weight 10.0 kg
and is now in full rate production for the
• Consistent performance across full • Muzzle Velocity 1555 m/s
U.S. Army.
temperature range
• Improved corrosion and moisture
protection
• Insensitive Munitions Board (IMB)
approved packaging

For information contact: Orbital ATK Armament Systems

4700 Nathan Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Tel: 763-744-5312
Approved for Public Release: PAO Log # 344-03
email: ArmamentSystems.BDev@atk.com 107894_04 9/03

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