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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AUTHORIZED MUNITIONS — CONTINUED

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Authorized Propelling Charges — Continued

i.

M231 Propelling Charge

The M231 propelling charge is comprised of a green--colored, coated, nitrocellulose--based combustible case with

black markings and black bands. This charge is bi--directional (can be loaded in either direction). The M231 is fired in

increments of 1 or 2 for charges 1 and 2.

j.

M232/M232A1 Propelling Charges

j.1. M232 Propelling Charge

The M232 propelling charge is comprised of a tan--colored, coated, nitrocellulose--based combustible case with black

markings. This charge is bi--directional (can be loaded in either direction). Each end has four raised 1/8--inch bumps.

The M232 is fired in increments of 3 through 5 for charges 3 through 5.