Description
This cartridge is an infrared illumination round for the 60mm M224 mortar and is used with Night Vision Devices (NVD’s) to reduce friendly force’s exposure to the enemy.
This cartridge has a mechanical time superquick fuze with an expulsion charge, a candle/parachute assembly, a four increment propelling charge, and an ignition cartridge. The round provides infrared illumination for about 40 seconds.
Hazardous Components
Filler - Illuminating, Infrared (IR)
Ignition cartridge - M702
Propellant charge - M204/M235
See Also
Source(s)
TM 43-0001-28, Artillery Ammunition (chg 11, 2003)
