GERMAN 20mm PROJECTILES-HYPER VELOCITY TRACE

[orcutteod]

I won this lot of GERMAN 20mm PROJECTILES-HYPER VELOCITY TRACE. And would like more info on the markings.
Thanks
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[pzgr40]

DM43 = Deutch Modell 43 , German model 43
20K = 20mm kanone ( cannon)
HVAP-T = High Velocity Armour Piercing- Tracer
Rh = manufacurer Rheinmetall

These projectiles are to be placec on 20x139 shellcases

Regards, DJH

 

[bacarnal]

Well, now I know who outbid me for those:cry:. Would you want to part with one or two? Also, do those have a tungsten core? Thanks, Bruce.

 

[Songun 4.25]

Well, now I know who outbid me for those:cry:. Would you want to part with one or two? Also, do those have a tungsten core? Thanks, Bruce.

Yes, this projectile has a tungsten carbide core.

BTW: "DM" stands for Deutsches Modell:tinysmile_twink_t:

Last digit "3" in the DM-Number indicates an AP-projectile without a high explosive component. DM63 is a HVAPDS round, for example.


Best Regards, Michael

 

[bacarnal]

Thank you, Michael.

 

[pzgr40]

Picture 03 , cartridge No.12 is the cutaway model of this projectile.
http://www.bocn.co.uk/vbforum/threa...-HS820-gun-and-the-RH202-Gun?highlight=20x139

Regards, DJH

 

[orcutteod]

The projectiles finally arrived today the tracer element appears to be live. I think these were designed to ignite after leaving the barrel which is good for the barrel thus giving it more life. The velocity on this 20mm is fast at 3400/3700 fps and with a tungsten carbide penetrater core it will punch a hole through most anything.

 

[rigby]

Here's a drawing and some data