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

j.2. M232A1 Propelling Charge

M232A1 propelling charge is comprised of a tan--color, 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 M232A1 is fired in increments of 3 through 5 for charges 3 through 5.