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ID For Projectile or Nose Assembly?
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It is the subprojectile body and tracer (minus WC penetrator) for the 105mm G M392/M728 APDS-T projos. More photos and info here:
http://www.bocn.co.uk/vbforum/m728-105-mm-t76540.html?t=76540&highlight=M392
It appears that your tracer might be live, except the tungsten core was never loaded into the body, so your tracer could be for looks only. Rumor has it, that the windscreen is made from magnesium to make a flash when it hits a hard target, so the tankers can verify their aim and confirm a proper impact on armor.
http://www.bocn.co.uk/vbforum/m728-105-mm-t76540.html?t=76540&highlight=M392
It appears that your tracer might be live, except the tungsten core was never loaded into the body, so your tracer could be for looks only. Rumor has it, that the windscreen is made from magnesium to make a flash when it hits a hard target, so the tankers can verify their aim and confirm a proper impact on armor.
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Hello Hazord,
Thank, I really appreciate it!
Stay safe,
Frank
Thank, I really appreciate it!
Stay safe,
Frank
