TM-9-2350-311-10

HOWITZER, MEDIUM, SELF-PROPELLED, 155MM; M109A2, M109A3, M109A4 AND M109A5

TECHNICAL MANUAL; OPERATOR’S MANUAL

NOVEMBER 1994

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Table 5-1. 155MM AMMUNITION FOR M109 HOWITZERS - CONTINUED

Authorized

Projectiles

Classification

Identification

Fuzes

Remarks

M712, HEAT

(Copperhead)

NOTE

•

The M712 projectile is loaded with 14.75 pounds (6.69 kg) of

composition B.

•

The M712 projectile is guided to its target by a laser beam

directed on the target from the laser designator and has five

time and code switches set by the crew prior to firing.

•

For additional details on use of the M712 projectile, see section

III.

Cannon launched

guided projectile

(CLGP), high–

explosive antitank

(HEAT)

Black

Yellow marking

Weight:

138 pounds (62.59 kg)

Length:

54 inches (137.16 cm)

The war head

section of the M712

projectile contains

its own M740 base–

detonating fuze

For engaging

armored vehicles

and

emplacements

M712 PROJECTILE