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SIMULATOR, PROJECTILE, GROUND BURST, M115A2 |
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| Description: |
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| The body of the simulator consists of a cylindrical paper tube (closed at both ends) containing approximately 2 ounces of photoflash powder and whistle assembly which extends from one end of the tube. The simulator is 2.38 inches in diameter (including fuse lighter) and 7.13 inches long. The whistle assembly is a paper tube containing a pressed, slow burning powder charge, (2.0 grams). Extending from the side of this assembly is a length of safety fuse which, after a 90O bend, is inserted in a fuse lighter M3A1 taped to the side of the simulator. The fuse lighter contains a double pull cord and a cellulose nitrate coating on the phosphorous-coated friction wire and ignition composition. |
| Use: |
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| This simulator is a pyrotechnic device used to provide battle noises and effects during troop maneuvers. The simulator is ignited by the action of time blasting fuse igniter M3A1. Following a delay of 6 to 10 seconds after ignition, the simulator produces a high pitch whistle which lasts two to four seconds. After a fraction of a second, the simulator explodes, producing a flash and loud report. |
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| Data Source: |
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| TM 43-0001-37, Military Pyrotechnics, February 1977 TM 9-1370-200, Military Pyrotechnics, September 1966 |
| Munitions Tech Data Sheet: |
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| M115A2GROUND-BURST.pdf |
