Description
Point Detonating Fuze M783 is a selective, superquick (IMP) or 0.05 delay (DLY) action ONLY, impact type fuze for use with HE 60mm, 81mm and 120mm and Smoke 60mm Mortar Cartridges.
The M783 Fuze has a similar exterior configuration to the M734A1 Multi-Option Fuze, with a two piece plastic/aluminum head, an aluminum base, and booster pellet. The fuze head contains a turbine alternator. The base contains a safe and arming device (S&A). The head assembly can be rotated for selection of function on impact (IMP) or 0.05 second delay (DLY) ONLY by lining up the markings on the head with the corresponding index line on the base. Markings for 60/81 PRX, 120 PRX are not intended to be used on this fuze. Setting this fuze on either of the Proximity settings will result in a PD functioning.
Hazardous Components
No information about hazardous components.
See Also
Source(s)
TM 43-0001-28, Artillery Ammunition (chg 11, 2003)
