2009 Weapons File

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 June 2009
CHAPTER ONE - Air Intercept Missiles (AIM)
AIM-7 Sparrow 1-1
AIM-9M Sidewinder 1-3
AIM-9X Next Generation Sidewinder 1-5
AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM) 1-7
CHAPTER TWO - Air-to-Ground Missiles (AGM)

AGM-65 Series Maverick 2-1
AGM-84D Harpoon 2-4
AGM-84K Standoff Land Attack Missile-Extended 2-6
Response (SLAM-ER)
AGM-86/B Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM) 2-8
AGM-86/C&D Conventional Air Launched Cruise Missile (CALCM) 2-9
AGM-88B&C High Speed Anti-Radiation Missile (HARM) 2-11
AGM-88E Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile (AARGM) 2-13
AGM-114 Series Hellfire 2-15
AGM-129A Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM) 2-18
AGM-130 Powered Standoff Weapon 2-19
AGM-154 Joint Stand-Off Weapon (JSOW) 2-21
AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Stand-Off Missile (JASSM) 2-23
CHAPTER THREE - Directed Energy (DE) Technologies

TBD Active Denial System (ADS) 3-1
TBD Advanced Tactical Laser (ATL) 3-3
YAL-1A Airborne Laser (ABL) 3-5
TBD Counter-electronics HPM Advanced Missile 3-6
Project (CHAMP)
TBD DE Airbase/Area Protection 3-8
TBD Tactical Relay Mirror System 3-10
TBD MAX POWER 3-12
MX-20DLI Standoff Intelligence Detection (SID) 3-13
Laser Dazzler Personnel Halting and Stimulation Response (PHaSR) 3-15
Laser Dazzler Aircraft Countermeasures (ACCM) 3-16
TBD Advanced Tactical DE System (ATADS) 3-17
TBD Imaging Seeker Countermeasures 3-18
TBD Proactive Infrared Countermeasures 3-19
CHAPTER FOUR - Unguided Munitions, Bombs, and Penetrators

BDU-33D/B 25 lb. Practice Bomb 4-1
BDU-38 Practice Bomb 4-2
BDU-45 Practice Bomb 4-3
BDU-48 10 lb. Practice Bomb 4-5
BLU-109/B, A/B, B/B, Hard Target Penetrator Warhead 4-8
and C/B
BLU-110/B, A/B, General Purpose (GP) Bomb 4-9
B/B, and C/B
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CHAPTER FOUR - Unguided Munitions, Bombs, and Penetrators (Cont)
BLU-111/B, A/B, B/B, General Purpose (GP) Bomb 4-11
and C/B
BLU-113A/B Desert Storm Special Penetrator Warhead 4-13
BLU-116A/B Special Purpose Bomb 4-14
BLU-117/B, A/B, B/B, General Purpose (GP) Bomb 4-16
and C/B
BLU-119/B CrashPAD 4-18
BLU-121A/B Enhanced Blast Weapon 4-19
BLU-122/B Hard Target Munition Penetrator Warhead 4-20
BLU-126/B Low-Collateral Damage (LoCo) Bomb 4-21
M117 750 lb. GP Bomb 4-23
M129/MJU-1 Leaflet / Chaff Bomb 4-25
MK 56 Moored Mine 4-27
MK 58 MOD 1 Marine Location Marker 4-28
MK 62 Quick Strike Mine 4-30
MK 76 MOD 5 25 lb. Practice Bomb 4-33
MK 77 MOD 5, 6 Fire Bomb 4-34
MK 81 250 lb. GP Bomb 4-35
MK 82 500 lb. GP Bomb 4-36
MK 83 1,000 lb. GP Bomb 4-39
MK 84 2,000 lb. GP Bomb 4-40
MK 106 5 lb. Practice Bomb 4-42
CHAPTER FIVE - Guided Bomb Units (GBU)

BDU-59B/B Laser Guided Training Round (LGTR) 5-1
GBU-10 Series Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (2,000 lb.) 5-3
GBU-12 Series Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (500 lb.) 5-5
GBU-12F/B Dual Mode Laser Guided Bomb (DMLGB) 5-7
GBU-15 Guided Standoff Weapon (2,000 lb.) 5-8
EGBU-15 Enhanced Guided Standoff Weapons (2,000 lb.) 5-10
GBU-16 Series Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (1,000 lb.) 5-12
GBU-24/B Low Level Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (2,000 lb.) 5-13
GBU-24A/B Low Level Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (BLU-109) 5-15
GBU-24B/B Low Level Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (BLU-109) 5-16
GBU-24E/B and G/B Low Level Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (BLU-109) 5-17
GBU-27/GBU-27A/B GPS/INS/Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (BLU-109) 5-18
GBU-28A/B & B/B GPS/INS/Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (BLU-113) 5-19
GBU-28C/B GPS/INS/Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (BLU-122/B) 5-20
GBU-28E/B GPS/INS/Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (BLU-113/B or A/B) 5-21
GBU-31 Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) (2,000 lb.) 5-22
GBU-32 Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) (1,000 lb.) 5-25
GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) (500 lb.) 5-27
GBU-39A/B Small Diameter Bomb Increment I (SDB I) FLM 5-29
GBU-39/B Small Diameter Bomb Increment I (SDB I) (250 lb.) 5-31
GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB) (22,000 lb.) 5-33
GBU-44B Viper Strike 5-34
GBU-51/B Laser Guided Bomb with LOCO Bomb Body 5-36
GBU-52/B Dual Mode Laser Guided Bomb (DMLGB) 5-37
GBU-54/B Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition (LJDAM) (500 lb.) 5-38
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CHAPTER FIVE - Guided Bomb Units (GBU) (cont)
Paveway IV Dual Mode GPS/INS and Laser Guided Bomb 5-40
CHAPTER SIX - Cluster Bomb Units (CBU)

CBU-78 Gator 6-1
CBU-87 Combined Effects Munition (CEM) 6-4
CBU-89 Gator 6-7
CBU-97 Sensor Fuzed Weapon (SFW) 6-9
MK 20, CBU-99/100/B, Rockeye 6-12
A/B, B/B
CBU-103/104/105 Wind Corrected Munitions Dispenser (WCMD) 6-14
CBU-107/B Passive Attack Weapon (PAW) 6-16
CBU-116/118 Power Distribution Denial Munition (PDDM) 6-18
PDU-5/B MK 20 Rockeye II Leaflet Canister (Filled) 6-20
SUU-76C/B MK 20 Rockeye II Leaflet Canister (Empty) 6-20
CHAPTER SEVEN - Nuclear Weapons

B61 Nuclear Bomb 7-1
B83-1 Nuclear Bomb 7-2
W62-0 Nuclear Warhead 7-3
CHAPTER EIGHT - Aircraft Gun Systems

GAU-2B/A, “Minigun” Machine Gun (7.62mm) 8-1
GAU-17A (Navy), M-134 (Army)
GAU-8/A “Avenger” Cannon (30mm) 8-2
GAU-12/U “Equalizer” Cannon (25mm) 8-3
GAU-18/A; XM218 Machine Gun (.50 Caliber) 8-4
GAU-19/A Gatling Gun (.50 Caliber) 8-5
GAU-21 Machine Gun (.50 Caliber) 8-6
GAU-22/A Cannon (25mm) 8-7
M137A1 Cannon (105mm) 8-8
M197 20mm Gatling Gun 8-9
M2A1 “Bofors” Cannon (40mm) 8-10
M230 30mm Chain Gun 8-11
M240D Machine Gun (7.62mm) 8-12
M61A1 “Vulcan” Cannon (20mm) 8-13
M61A2 Lightweight Cannon (20mm) 8-14
Mk44 “Bushmaster” Cannon (30mm) 8-15
CHAPTER NINE - Impulse Carts, Bomb Racks, Launchers, and Pylons

Impulse Cartridges
ARD 446-1B Impulse Cartridge 9-1
ARD 863-1A1W Impulse Cartridge 9-2
BBU-35/B Impulse Cartridge 9-3
BBU-46/B & A/B Impulse Cartridge 9-5
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CHAPTER NINE - Bomb Racks, Launchers, and Pylons (Cont)
M796 Impulse Cartridge 9-9
MK 107 Impulse Cartridge 9-10
Bomb Racks
14-Inch Bomb Rack Bomb Rack 9-11
A-6 Bomb Release Bomb Release (Left and Right Hand) 9-12
AERO 7A-5 Bomb Rack Ejector Assembly 9-13
AERO 7B-4 Bomb Rack Ejector Assembly 9-14
B-11 Bomb Shackle Bomb Shackle 9-15
BRU-15A Bomb Rack 9-16
BRU-32A/A Ejector Unit Rack Assembly 9-17
BRU-32B/A Ejector Unit Rack Assembly 9-18
BRU-33A/A Canted Vertical Ejector Rack (CVER) 9-19
BRU-36A/A Bomb Ejector Rack 9-20
BRU-36B/A Bomb Ejector Rack 9-21
BRU-41/A Improved Multiple Ejector Rack (IMER) 9-22
BRU-42/A Improved Triple Ejector Rack (ITER) 9-23
BRU-44B/A Bomb Rack 9-24
BRU-46/A Bomb Rack 9-25
BRU-52 Bomb Rack 9-27
BRU-55/A Bomb Ejector Rack 9-28
BRU-56/A Aircraft Ejector Bomb Rack (30 Inch Ejector Rack) 9-29
BRU-57/A Smart Bomb Rack 9-30
BRU-59/A Bomb Ejector Rack 9-31
BRU-61/A Common Carriage Assembly 9-32
CBR Cluster Bomb Rack 9-35
MA-4 Family of 14” Bomb Racks 9-36
MAU-12 Bomb Rack 9-37
MAU-40/A Bomb Rack 9-38
MAU-50/A Bomb Rack 9-39
SBRA Smart Bomb Rack Assembly 9-40
SUU-20 Bomb Dispenser 9-41
TER-9/A Bomb Rack 9-42
TER-9/A MOD Bomb Rack (High Speed) 9-43
TER-9/A MOD Bomb Rack (Electronic) 9-44
Launchers
16S210 Guided Missile Launcher 9-45
AGMBRL Aircraft Guided Missile and Bomb Rotary Launcher 9-46
CBM Conventional Bomb Module 9-47
DRA Dual Rail Adapter 9-48
LAU-7/A-6, B/A, /A-7, Guided Missile Launcher 9-49
B/A-1, C/A, D/A, E/A, and F/A
LAU-10C/B, D/B Guided Missile Launcher 9-50
LAU-61C/A 2.75 inch Rocket Launcher 9-51
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CHAPTER NINE - Launchers and Pylons (Cont)
LAU-68A/A, B/A, 2.75 inch Rocket Launcher 9-53
D/A, and LAU-131/A
LAU-88 Guided Missile Launcher 9-55
LAU-105/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-56
LAU-106A/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-57
LAU-115C/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-58
LAU-115D/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-59
LAU-116/A (LH/RH) Guided Missile Launcher 9-60
LAU-116A/A (LH/RH) Guided Missile Launcher 9-61
LAU-116B/A (LH/RH) Guided Missile Launcher 9-62
LAU-117(V)2/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-63
LAU-117A(V)3/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-64
LAU-127A/A, B/A, D/A, Guided Missile Launcher 9-67
and E/A
LAU-127C/A, FA Guided Missile Launcher 9-68
LAU-128A/A, D/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-69
LAU-128B/A Guided Missile Launcher (BOL) 9-70
LAU-129A/A Guided Missile Launcher 9-71
LAU-139 Guided Missile Launcher 9-72
LAU-141/A Configurable Rail Launcher (CRL) 9-73
LAU-142/A AMRAAM Vertical Eject Launcher (AVEL) 9-74
LAU-144/A Munitions Launcher Assembly 9-75
LAU-147/A Missile Launcher 9-76
LAU-148/A External Rail Launcher 9-77
M299 Missile Launcher 9-78
Modified M299 Missile Launcher Rail 9-79
RLA Advanced Application Rotary Launcher 9-80
SECBM MIL-STD-1760 Conventional Bomb Module 9-81
Power Sources
F-35 Pneumatic Power Source (PPS) 9-82
Pylons
Station 1 and 11 A-10 Pylon 9-83
Station 6 A-10 Pylon 9-88
Pylon F-22A Pylon 9-89
Pylon Integrated Conventional Stores Management 9-90
System (ICSMS) Pylon
ALE-25 Pylon B-52H Aircraft Pylon 9-92
LASER POD B-52H Aircraft Pylon 9-93
(LITENING) Pylon
SUU-59B/A F-15 Inboard Aircraft Pylon 9-94
SUU-59C/A F-15 Inboard Aircraft Pylon 9-95
SUU-60B/A F-15 Centerline Aircraft Pylon 9-96
SUU-62/A, B/A F/A-18 Centerline Aircraft Pylon 9-97
SUU-63 F/A-18 Centerline Aircraft Pylon 9-98
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CHAPTER NINE - Launchers and Pylons (Cont)
SUU-67/A Pylon 9-99
SUU-72/A Pylon 9-100
SUU-73/A F-15 Centerline Aircraft Pylon 9-101
WWP Wing Weapons Pylon Assembly 9-102
WWP (PIDS) Wing Weapons Pylon Integrated 9-103
Dispenser System
CHAPTER TEN - Countermeasures

ADM-141A, B Tactical Air-Launched Decoy (TALD) 10-1
ADM-141C Improved Tactical Air-Launched Decoy (ITALD) 10-3
ADM-160B Miniature Air Launched Decoy (MALD) 10-5
ADM-160C Miniature Air Launched Decoy-Jammer (MALD-J) 10-7
ALA-17 Flare Rack 10-9
ALA-17/B IR Flare Cartridge 10-10
AN/ALE-20 Flare Ejector Set 10-11
AN/ALE-48 Chaff Dispenser 10-12
AN/ALE-49 Flare Dispenser 10-13
AN/ALE-50A(V)1 Countermeasures Decoy Dispensing Set (CMDDS) 10-14
AN/ALE-50(V)2 Countermeasures Decoy Dispensing Set (CMDDS) 10-16
LAU-74 Flare Launcher System 10-18
LUU-1, -5 Target Marker 10-19
LUU-2, -19 Illuminating Flare 10-20
M206 IR Flare 10-21
M206 (T-2)/B Flare Simulator 10-23
M211 Decoy 10-24
M212 IR Flare 10-26
MJU-7A/B IR Flare 10-27
MJU-7(T-2)/B Flare Simulator 10-28
MJU-10/B IR Flare 10-29
MJU-11 Chaff/Flare Magazine 10-30
MJU-12 Flare Magazine 10-31
MJU-17 Flare Magazine 10-32
MJU-23A/B IR Countermeasure Flare 10-33
MJU-27A/B IR Decoy Device 10-34
MJU-32/B IR Decoy Flare 10-35
MJU-32A/B & IR Decoy Flare 10-37
MJU-38A/B
MJU-49/B IR Decoy Device 10-44
MJU-50 IR Decoy Flare 10-45
MJU-50/B Decoy 10-46
MJU-51A/B Decoy 10-48
MJU-52/B Decoy 10-49
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CHAPTER TEN – Countermeasures (Cont)
MJU-57A/B IR Decoy Flare 10-54
MJU-64/B IR Decoy Device 10-57
RR-129/AL Chaff Cartridge 10-58
RR-129A/AL Chaff Cartridge 10-59
RR-170A/AL (Navy) Chaff Cartridge 10-62
FT-1289/ALE GEN-X Decoy 10-66
SM-875B/ALE IR Simulator Flare 10-67
SUU-25 Flare Dispenser 10-68
CHAPTER ELEVEN - Fuzes and Sensors

DSU-33A/B, B/B, C/B Proximity Sensor 11-1
& D/B
DTU-31/B Bomb Adapter Timer-Actuator 11-2
FMU-54A/B Impact Bomb Fuze 11-3
FMU-56/B, D/B Bomb Proximity Fuze 11-4
FMU-81 Bomb Impact Fuze 11-5
FMU-110 Proximity Fuze 11-6
FMU-113 Proximity Fuze 11-7
FMU-124 Guided Bomb Impact Fuze 11-8
FMU-139A/B, C/B Electronic Bomb Fuze 11-9
FMU-140 Series Dispenser Proximity Fuze 11-10
FMU-143B/B-Q/B Electronic Bomb Fuze 11-12
FMU-152A/B Electronic Bomb Fuze 11-13
FZU-39/B Proximity Fuze Sensor 11-14
M904E4 Mechanical Bomb Fuze, Nose 11-15
M905 Mechanical Bomb Fuze, Tail 11-16
M907 Mechanical Fuze, Airburst 11-17
MK 339 MOD 1 Mechanical Time (MT) Fuze 11-18
CHAPTER TWELVE - Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE)

2.75 Inch Rocket Transport Module 12-1
20mm Ammunition Loading System (ALS) Replenisher Assembly 12-2
20mm Replenisher Table 12-3
ADU-537 A/E Missile Munitions Loading Adapter (MMLA) 12-4
A/E32K-3 Munitions Assembly Conveyor (MAC) 12-5
A/E32K-9 Munitions Assembly Conveyor II (MACII) 12-6
ALE-40 Series Chaff/Flare Transport Module 12-7
ALE-50 Series Decoy Transport Module 12-8
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CHAPTER TWELVE - Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE) (Cont)
ALS 20mm Ammunition Loading System (ALS) 12-9
Loader Assembly
ARS Aluminum Rail Set (ARS) 12-10
BDU-33/MK-106 Practice Bomb Transport Module (40 Round Version) 12-11
BDU-33/MK-106 Practice Bomb Transport Module (80 Round Version) 12-12
GFU-7/E 30mm Ammunition Loader 12-13
LALS 20mm USAF Linkless Ammunition Loading 12-14
System (LALS)
MHU-40 Truck, Lift, Aerial Stores 12-15
MHU-83 Truck, Lift, Aerial Stores 12-16
MHU-110/M Munitions Handling Trailer 12-17
MHU-194/E Manually Operated Lift Truck (MOLT) 12-19
MHU-204/M Munitions Lift Trailer 12-21
MHU-226 Munitions Handling Trailer 12-22
MJ-1 Truck, Lift, Aerial Stores 12-23
MRA Mechanical RAM Assembly (MRA) 12-24
UALS 20mm Universal Ammunition Loading System 12-25
(UALS) Loader Assembly
MMHE Website Munitions Materiel Handling Equipment Focal Point 12-26
CHAPTER THIRTEEN - Emerging Technologies

TBD Accurate Low Collateral Munition (ALM) 13-1
TBD Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) 13-2
TBD Area Dominator (AD) 13-4
TBD Close Combat Lethal Recon (CCLR) 13-6
TBD Conventional Strike Missile (CSM) 13-7
TBD Direct Attack Guided Rocket (DAGR) 13-8
TBD Hard Target Void Sensing Fuze (HTVSF) 13-9
TBD High Speed Strike Weapon (HSSW) 13-10
TBD I-500 Warhead Technology Demonstration (TD) 13-11
TBD I-1000 Warhead Technology Demonstration (TD) 13-12
TBD Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) 13-13
TBD Low Cost Guided Imaging Rocket (LOGIR) 13-15
TBD Low Cost Mini-Cruise Missile (LCMCM) 13-16
BLU 127/B, GBU-57/B Massive Ordinance Penetrator (MOP) 13-18
TBD Shredder (Mod BLU-109) 13-19
TBD Small Diameter Bomb Increment II (SDB II) 13-20
TBD Small Smart Weapon (SSW) 13-21
TBD Very Small Missile (VSM) 13-23
TBD Tactical Wide Area Search Munition (WASM) 13-24
CHAPTER FOURTEEN - Personal, Individual, Crew Served, and Mission

Specific Weapons
Personal Weapons
M9 9mm Pistol (Personal Defense Weapon (PDW) 14-1
M11 9mm Compact Pistol 14-2
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CHAPTER FOURTEEN - Personal, Individual, Crew Served, and Mission
Specific Weapons (Cont)
Individual Weapons
M16/M16A2 5.56mm Rifle 14-3
M4/M4A1 5.56mm Carbine 14-4
MK-14 Mod 0 7.62 Enhanced Battle Rifle (EBR) 14-5
M-32 40mm Multiple Grenade Launcher (MGL) 14-6
M203, A1, and A2 40mm Grenade Launcher 14-7
XM320 40mm Grenade Launcher Module (GLM) 14-8
M249 5.56mm Automatic Rifle (AR) 14-9
Crew Served Weapons
M240B 7.62mm Machine Gun (MG) 14-10
MK 19 40mm Grenade Machine Gun (GMG) 14-11
M2 Cal .50 Machine Gun (MG) 14-12
Mission Specific Weapons
Shotguns 12 gauge Shotguns 14-13
M24 7.62mm Sniper Weapons System (SWS) Rifle (USA) 14-15
M107 Cal.50 Special Application Sniper Rifle (SASR) 14-16
M110 7.62mm Semi-Automatic Sniper system (SASS) 14-17
M40A3 7.62mm Sniper Rifle 14-18
CHAPTER FIFTEEN - Small Arms/Gun Munitions

5.56mm Ammo 15-1
7.62mm Ammo 15-3
9mm Ammo 15-5
Caliber .50 Ammo 15-6
12 Gauge Cartridges Ammo 15-8
CHAPTER SIXTEEN - Ground Defense Munitions

Hand Grenades
MK1A1 Training Hand Grenade 16-1
MK3A2 Concussion Offensive Hand Grenade 16-2
M7A3 Riot Control Grenade 16-3
M8 White Smoke Grenade 16-4
M14 Incendiary Grenade 16-5
M18 Colored Smoke Grenade 16-6
M25A2 Riot Control Hand Grenade 16-7
M67 Fragmentation Hand Grenade 16-8
M69 Practice Hand Grenade 16-9
M83 Practice Smoke Grenade 16-10
M84 Stun Grenade 16-11
Rubber Ball Riot Control Grenade 16-12
40mm Grenades
M385A1 40mm Target Practice 16-13
M406 40mm High Explosive (HE) 16-14
M430A1 40mm High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) 16-15
M433E1 40mm High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) 16-16
XM576 40mm Multiple Projectile 16-17
M583 40mm White Star Parachute 16-18
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CHAPTER SIXTEEN - Ground Defense Munitions (Cont)
M585 40mm White Star Cluster 16-19
XM651E1 40mm Riot Control Agent 16-20
M674 40mm Riot Control Agent 16-21
XM675 40mm Red Smoke 16-22
M715 40mm Green Smoke 16-23
M716 40mm Yellow Smoke 16-24
M781 40mm Target Practice 16-25
M918 40mm Target Practice Linked 16-26
XM1006 40mm Sponge Grenade 16-27
M1029 40mm Non-Lethal Crowd Dispersal 16-28
XM1057 40mm Non-Lethal Crowd Dispersal 16-29
CHAPTER SEVENTEEN - Medium and Large Caliber Ammunition

PELE 20mm PELE KE 17-1
PGU-27 Series 20mm Target Practice (TP) (20x102 NATO) 17-2
PGU-28 Series 20mm Semi-Armor Piercing High Explosive 17-3
Incendiary (SAPHEI) (20x102 NATO)
PGU-30 Series 20mm Target Practice Tracer (TPT) 17-4
PGU-23/U 25mm Target Practice (TP) (25x137mm NATO) 17-5
PGU-25/U 25mm High Explosive Incendiary (HEI) 17-6
(25x137mm NATO)
PGU-13/B 30mm High Explosive Incendiary (HEI) 17-7
(30x173mm NATO)
PGU-14A/B 30mm Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) 17-8
30x173mm NATO)
PGU-15/B 30mm Target Practice (TP) (30x173mm NATO) 17-9
PGU-9C/B 40mm High Explosive Incendiary-Plugged (HEI-P) 17-10
(L-60 NATO)
PGU-43/B 105 mm Training Practice (TP) 17-11
PGU-44/B 105mm High Explosive (HE) (105mm NATO Artillery) 17-12
PGU-45/B 105mm High Explosive/High Fragmentation (HE/HF) 17-13
(105mm NATO Artillery)
FMU-160/B Proximity Fuze 17-14
FMU-153/B Fuze Point Detonating (PD) 17-15
M739A1 Fuze Point Detonating (PD)/Delay 17-16
CHAPTER EIGHTEEN - Aircraft Rocket Systems 2.75 Inch and 5.0 Inch
MK 66 2.75-inch Rocket Motor 18-1
M423/427 Point Detonating (PD) Fuze 18-5
M439 RC Variable Time Delay, Remotely Settable Fuze 18-6
M442 Fuze 18-7
M151 HE Warhead 18-8
WTU-1/B Training Warhead 18-9
M274 Smoke Signature Training Warhead 18-10
M229 HE Warhead 18-11
M257 Illumination Warhead 18-12
M278 Infrared (IR) Illumination Warhead 18-13
M261 HE Multi-Purpose Sub-munition (MPSM) 18-14
M267 Multi-Purpose Sub-munition (MPSM) 18-16
Smoke Signature (Training)
M255A1 Flechette Warhead 18-18
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CHAPTER EIGHTEEN - Aircraft Rocket Systems 2.75 Inch and 5.0 Inch (Cont)
M264 Smoke, Red Phosphorous 18-19
M156 White Phosphorous (WP) 18-20
MK 146 Mod 0 HE Frag Warhead 18-21
WDU-4A/A Flechette Warhead 18-22
MK 71 Zuni Rocket 18-23
CHAPTER NINETEEN - Army Artillery Munitions

M198 155mm Towed Howitzer 19-1
M177A1, A2 155mm Lightweight Towed Howitzer 19-2
M109A6 155mm Paladin Self Propelled (SP) Howitzer 19-4
M107 155mm HE Round 19-6
M549A1 155mm Rocket Assisted Projectile (RAP) 19-7
M712 155mm HE, Guided Cannon Launched, 19-8
Copperhead
M804A1 155mm Practice Round 19-9
M898 155mm SADARM (Sense and Destroy Armor) 19-10
M483A1 155mm Dual Purpose Improved Conventional 19-11
Munition (DPICM)
M692/M731 Area Denial Artillery Munition (ADAM) 19-12
M718, M718A1/M741, 155mm Remote Anti-Armor Mine System (RAAMS) 19-13
M741A1
M795 155mm HE Round 19-14
M864 155 mm Extended Range (ER) Dual-Purpose 19-15
Improved Conventional Munition (DPICM)
M864 Recap Program 19-16
M110, M110A1, M110A2 155mm White Phosphorus (WP) 19-17
M825A1 155mm Smoke 19-18
M485A2 155mm Illumination 19-19
XM982 155mm Guided, HE, ER-DPICM, EXCALIBUR 19-20
M119A1/A2 105mm Towed Howitzer 19-22
M102 105mm Towed Howitzer 19-23
M60A2 105mm Smoke Cartridge 19-25
M84A1 105mm Smoke Cartridge 19-26
M314A3 105mm Illuminating Cartridge 19-27
M444 105mm High Explosive (HE) Improved Conventional 19-28
Munition (ICM)
M913 105mm High Explosive Rocket Assisted (HERA) 19-30
M915 105mm Dual Purpose Improved Conventional 19-31
Munition (DPICM)
M927 105mm High Explosive Rocket Assisted (HERA) 19-32
M546 105mm Anti-Personnel Projectile 19-33
with Tracer (APERS-T)
M557 Fuze Pont Detonating (PD) 19-34
M564, M565 Fuze, Mechanical Time (MT) M565 and Mechanical 19-35
Time Superquick (MTSQ) M564
M577A1 Fuze, Mechanical Time and Superquick (MTSQ) 19-36
M582A1 Fuze, Mechanical Time Superquick (MTSQ) 19-37
M728 Proximity Fuze 19-38
M732 Series Proximity Fuze 19-39
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CHAPTER NINETEEN - Army Artillery Munitions (Cont)
M732A2 Proximity Fuze 19-40
M739 Fuze Point Detonating (PD)/Delay 19-41
M739A1 Fuze point Detonating (PD)/Delay 19-42
M762A1/M767A1 Electronic Time Fuze Artillery 19-43
M782 Multi Option Fuze Artillery (MOFA) 19-44
MK339 Mod 1 Point Detonating (PD)/Delay Fuze 19-45
CHAPTER TWENTY - Army Mortar Munitions

M120/121 120mm Mortar 20-1
M934A1 120mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge 20-2
M934A2 120mm HE Insensitive Munition (IM) Cartridge 20-3
M929 120mm White Phosphorus (WP) Smoke 20-5
Cartridge
M930 120mm Visible Light (VL) Illuminating Cartridge 20-6
M983 120mm Infrared (IR) Illuminating Cartridge 20-7
M931 120mm Full Range Practice Cartridge (FRPC) 20-8
M224 60mm Mortar 20-9
M768 60mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge 20-11
M888 60mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge 20-12
M722A1 60mm White Phosphorus (WP) Smoke Cartridge 20-13
M721 60mm Visible Light (VL) Illuminating Cartridge 20-14
XM1061 60mm Enhance Fragmentation Mortar Cartridge 20-17
M252 81 mm Mortar 20-18
M821A1/M889A1 81mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge 20-19
M821A2/M889A1E1 81mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge 20-20
M821A2E1/XM1058 81mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge 20-21
M819 81mm Red Phosphorous (RP) Cartridge 20-22
M853A1 81mm Visible Light (VL) Illuminating Cartridge 20-23
XM784/XM785 81mm Electronic Time (ET) Fuze 20-26
CHAPTER TWENTYONE - Army Rockets and Missiles

M270A1 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) 21-1
M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) 21-3
M30/XM31 Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) 21-5
M39,M39A1, M48, M57 Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) 21-7
CHAPTER TWENTYTWO - Test Equipment

AN/GYQ-79A Test Common Munitions Built-in-Test Reprogramming 22-1
Program Set Equipment (CMBRE)
A-10A/C Armament Test Equipment 22-3
B-52H Multi-User System Tester Next Generation (MUSTANG) 22-7
F-15 Armament Test Equipment 22-9
Cruise Missile Automatic Test Equipment 22-12
TTU-584/E Common Organizational Level Tester (COLT) 22-15
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CHAPTER TWENTYTHREE - Aircraft
B-1B Lancer 23-1
B-2A Spirit 23-3
B-52H Stratofortress 23-5
A-10 Thunderbolt II 23-7
F-15A-D Eagle 23-10
F-15E Strike Eagle 23-12
F-16 Fighting Falcon 23-14
F-22A Raptor 23-17
F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) (Lightning II) 23-20
F/A-18A/D Hornet 23-22
F/A-18E/F Super Hornet 23-25
EA-18G Airborne Electronic Attack Aircraft (Growler) 23-27
AV-8B Harrier II 23-29
EA-6B Prowler 23-31
P-3C Orion Maritime Patrol and Anti-Submarine 23-33
Warfare Aircraft
AC-130H/U Gunship 23-35
HC-130P/N Hercules 23-37
MC-130E/H/W Combat Talon I/II 23-39
C-130 Hercules (Cargo) 23-41
C-17 Globemaster III 23-44
CV-22 Osprey 23-46
AH-64D Longbow Apache 23-48
AH-6A Little Bird 23-50
AH-1W/Z Super Cobra 23-51
OH-58D Kiowa Warrior 23-53
HH-60G Pave Hawk 23-54
MH-60 Pave Hawk 23-56
UH-60A/L Black Hawk 23-58
CH-53D Sea Stallion 23-60
CH-53E Super Stallion 32-62
UH-1N/Y Iroquois 23-64
H-46 Sea Knight 23-66
CH-47 Chinook 23-68
CHAPTER TWENTYFOUR - Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)

MQ-1B Predator 24-1
MQ-1C Sky Warrior 24-3
MQ-9 Reaper 24-5
RQ-4 Global Hawk 24-7
RQ-5A/MQ-5B/C Hunter 24-9
RQ-7B Shadow 24-11
RQ-8B Fire Scout 24-13
MQ-11B Raven 24-15
TBD Wasp 24-17
TBD ScanEagle 24-19
RQ-16A T-Hawk 24-21
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CHAPTER TWENTYFIVE - Test and Training Instrumentation
AN/ARQ-52B (V)17 - Pod Advanced Range System (ARDS) 25-1
AN/ARQ-52C (V)17 - Pod New
AN/ARQ-52B (V)18 - Plate
AN/ASQ-T50(V)1, (V)2 P5 Combat Training System/Tactical Combat 25-5
Training System
Common Range Integrated Instrumentation System (CRIIS) 25-6
APPENDIXES
Aircraft and Weapons Matrix A1
Aircraft Guns/Racks Matrix A-7
Aircraft Launchers Matrix A-9
Missile Designations A-10
Munitions Designations A-11
Acronym List B1
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CHAPTER ONE 1 June 2009
AIR INTERCEPT MISSILES (AIM)
FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

Nomenclature: AIM-7 Name: Sparrow
Capability:
Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile provides Neutralization of Fixed-Wing Aircraft, Rotary
Helicopter, and Cruise Missile Airborne Targets.
Description:
The AIM-7 Sparrow is a radar-guided air-to-air missile with a high-explosive warhead. The
versatile Sparrow has all-weather, all-altitude operational capability and can attack high-
performance aircraft and missiles from any direction. It is a deployed missile used by some
North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) forces. The missile has four major sections:
guidance; warhead; control; and rocket motor. It has a cylindrical body with four wings at mid-
body and four tail fins. Although external dimensions of the Sparrow remained relatively
unchanged from model to model, the internal components of newer missiles represent major
improvements with vastly increased capabilities.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
Z07FC MISSILE AIM 7 F TRAINER Z07FA MISSILE AIM-7M-F1 WAU-10 AUR

Z07FB MISSILE AIM 7 F CAPTIVE M07FB MISSILE AIM-7M-F1 WAU-17 AUR
Z07FD MISSILE AIM 7 F/M LOAD TRAINER M07HA MISSILE AIM-7M-H WAU-10 AUR
Z07MA MISSILE AIM 7 M TRAIN/CAP M07HB MISSILE AIM-7M-H WAU-17 AUR
Guidance - Semi-Active radar and Home-On-Jam (HOJ) (H Build) (WGU-6, WGU-23)

Control - Wing, Hydraulic (WCU-5, WCU-15)
Autopilot - Roll Rate
Class - Air Intercept Missile
Weight (lbs.) - 510
Length (in.) - 147
Diameter (in.) - 8
Warhead - 86 lbs.; Continuous Rod (WAU-10); Blast/Frag (WAU-17)
Explosive (NEW) - PBXN-3, 26 lbs. (WAU-10); 36 lbs. (WAU-17)
Fuze - Proximity RF and active radar; contact
Propulsion - Rocket Motor, MK 58
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
F-15A-E LAU-106
F-16A-B 16S1501
F/A-18A-F
Contractor / Status / Improvements / Special Equipment:

Contractor - Raytheon Missile Systems Company, Tucson, AZ
Status - Inventory, (Proposed DEMIL of remaining AF inventory by FY08)
Notes - Joint Navy/Air Force (Navy lead)
Special Equipment - DSM-162 Field Test Set TO 33D9-30-36-1
Support Equipment - TO 33D9-1-392
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Management/Engineering:
NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-259, NAS Patuxent River, MD
(AF) - 575 CBSS/GBLD, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order: 21M-AIM7M-2
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Nomenclature: AIM-9M Name: Sidewinder
Capability:
Short Range Air-to-Air Missile provides Neutralization of Fixed-Wing Aircraft, Rotary Helicopter,
and Cruise Missile Airborne Targets.
Description:
The sidewinder is a supersonic, heat-seeking, air-to-air missile carried by fighter aircraft. It has
a high-explosive warhead and an active infrared guidance system. The missile is comprised of
five major components: the Guidance Control Section (GCS), Target Detector (TD), Safety
Arming Device (S-A), Warhead, and Rocket Motor. Four fin assemblies attach to the GCS and
four wings assemblies attach to the Rocket Motor. An optional TMU-72 Coolant Tank, used by
the Air Force, provides on-board source of coolant (argon) used to cool the Refrigerated
Detector Unit (RDU) in the GCS during captive carriage phase of flight.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapon Code
M09MA MISSILE AIM-9M-1 AUR Z09LB CATM-9L-9 (MBA)

M09MB MISSILE AIM-9M-7 AUR Z09MA CATM-9M-9(AUR)
Z09WA AIM-9M AUR WSEP SZRAA STAMP AIM-9-9
M09MC AIM-9M-9 AUR Z09MD CATM-9M-10
Z09LD CATM-9L-10 (AUR) Z09ME CATM-9M-10 (MBA)
Z09LE CATM-9L-10 (MBA) Z09MC CATM-9M-3 (AUR)
Z09LC CATM-9L-3 (AUR) Z09MB CATM-9M-3 (MBA)
Z09LF CATM-9L-7 (AUR) Z09MF CATM-9M-7 (AUR)
Z09LA CATM-9L-9 (AUR)
Guidance - Passive Infrared Homing

Control - Four Stabilizing Wing and Rolleron Assemblies and four Movable Canards
with Servo Assembly
Weight (lbs.) - 191.7
Length (in.) - 113
Diameter (in.) - 5
Fin/Wing Span (in.) - 25.0
Warhead - 20.8 lbs. Annular Blast / Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - 7.9 lbs. PBXN-3
Fuze - Contact and Active Optical (DSU-15A/B, B, B/B)
Propulsion - MK 36 Solid Rocket Motor
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
A -10 LAU-105
F-15A-E LAU-128
F-16A-D LAU-129, 16S210
F/A-18A-F LAU-7D/A and LAU-127A/A and LAU-127B/A
AV-8B
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Contractor - Raytheon Missiles Systems Company, Tucson, AZ
Status - FMS/Inventory (40+ Countries)
Special Equipment - GCU-30 Recharging Unit and TS 4044 Test Set
(AF) - 575 CBSS/GBLD, Robins AFB, GA
AIM-9M - NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-259, NAS Patuxent River, MD
Technical Order: 21M-AIM9M-2
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Nomenclature: AIM-9X Name: Next Generation Sidewinder
Capability:
Short Range Air-to-Air Missile provides Neutralization of Fixed-Wing Aircraft, Rotary Helicopter,
and Cruise Missile Airborne Targets.
Description:
The AIM-9X Sidewinder is a 5th generation supersonic, air-to-air guided missile that has full
day/night capability and employs a passive infrared (IR) target acquisition system, proportional
navigational guidance, a closed-loop position servo Fin Actuator Unit (FAU), and a Target
Detector (TD). A solid-propellant Rocket Motor (RM) propels the missile and incorporates a
manual SAFE-ARM selector assembly. The AIM-9X is configured with an Annular Blast
Fragmentation (ABF) warhead controlled by an Electronic Safe-Arm Device (ESAD). Four
forward mounted fixed wings provide aerodynamic lift and stability. Airframe maneuvering is
accomplished by four control fins, mounted in line with the fixed wings, and activated by the
FAU. The Jet Vane Control (JVC) provides enhanced maneuverability by deflecting rocket
motor thrust to aid in turning.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
M9XB MISSILE AIM 9X AUR (-10)
M9XA MISSILE AIM 9X AUR (-20)
M9WA MISSILE AIM 9X CATM
Guidance - Imaging Focal Plane Array (FPA) Infrared (IR) sensor with improved Infrared
Counter-Countermeasures (IRCCM)
- Seeker - high off-boresight acquisition/launch
Control - Fixed forward wings with new tail Control Actuation Section (CAS)
incorporating Jet Vane Control (JVC), within visual range to near beyond visual
range
Weight (lbs.) - 188
Length (in.) - 119
Diameter (in.) - 5
Wing Span (in.) -13.9
Fin Span (in.) - 17.5
Warhead - 20.8 lbs. Annular Blast/Fragmentation (WDU-17/B)
Explosive - 7.9 lbs. PBXN-3
Fuze - Contact and Active Optical (DSU-36/B and DSU-37/B)
Propulsion - Supersonic MK 139 MOD 0/MOD 1 Solid Rocket
- Maneuverability - Thrust Vector Control
Carriage Options:
Threshold Aircraft: Launcher:
F-15C-D LAU-128A/A
F/A-18C-D LAU-127E/A
Objective Aircraft:
F-16C-D LAU-129A/A
F-15E (est 2015) LAU-128A/A, D/A
F/A-18E-F LAU-127C/A, F/A
F-22A (Internal) (est 2014) LAU-141/A
F-35 (External) (est 2013) Advanced Rail Launcher
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Status - Full Rate Production, FMS (8 Countries)
Improvements - AIM-9X BLK II, DT FY09, OT FY10
Special Equipment - TTU-574 Test Program Set and GYQ-79 Common Munitions Bit
Reprogramming Equipment (CMBRE)
OPR: Joint USAF/USN Program, USN Lead Service
USN - NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-259, NAS Patuxent River, MD
USAF - 328 ARSG (AF), Eglin AFB, FL,
Support Activity:
USN - NAWC-WD, Code: 47J320D, China Lake CA
USAF - 575 CBSS/GBLD, Robins AFB GA
Technical Order: 21M-AIM9X-2
AIM-9X-1
AIM-9X-2
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Nomenclature: AIM-120 Name: Advanced Medium Range
Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM)
Capability:
Provides all frontline USAF and Navy and many FMS fighter aircraft with the ability to attack
airborne targets at beyond visual range, in all weather, in a launch and leave mode. The
missile is currently used in FMS ground launch systems and is planned for integration with an
US Army ground launch system.
Description:
The AIM-120 missile is a medium range, radar guided air-to-air missile with ground-to-air
potential. The missile is 12 ft long; weighs about 350 lbs.; has four mid-body fixed wings; four
moveable rear fins; and an umbilical connection which allows communication with the launch
platform for targeting and initialization.
The missile consists of four sections: guidance, armament, propulsion, and control. The
guidance section includes the hardware and software necessary for target acquisition and
track, navigation, data link processing, and electrical power distribution. The guidance section
contains the: seeker/servo electronics, transmitter/electrical conversion unit (ECU), electronics
unit, inertial reference unit (IRU), and quad/target detection device (QTDD). The QTDD
antennas are mounted in the aft portion of the guidance section and are covered with a
fiberglass wrap. Alpha codes located after guidance section part numbers define software for
AIM-120A missiles. The AIM-120B and AIM-120C guidance sections are reprogrammable and
do not use alpha codes.
The armament section includes a warhead assembly and a MK44 MOD 1 booster threaded
onto a safe and arming fuze (SAF) device.
The high performance propulsion section uses a single, reduced-smoke hydroxyl-terminated
polybutadiene (HTPB) solid propellant in a boost-sustain configuration encased in an asbestos-
free insulated steel case (an integral part of the airframe). It is also equipped with an integral
aft closure/blast tube/nozzle assembly with a removable exit cone. Beginning with the
AIM-120C-5 the missile has an enhanced motor with an additional 5 inches of propellant and is
commonly referred to as the +5 rocket motor.
The control section consists of control electronics, actuator batteries, and four independently
controlled servo-actuators. A shortened control actuation section (SCAS) is used with the +5
rocket motor.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
M12AA MISSILE AIM-120A AUR M12CB MISSILE AIM-120C-4 AUR

M12BA MISSILE AIM-120B AUR M12CC MISSILE AIM-120C-5/6 AUR
M12CA MISSILE AIM-120C AUR SZRBB STAMP AIM-120 (32 MX PACKAGE)
TBD MISSILE AIM-120D AUR -------------- -----------------------------------------------
Guidance - Inertial/Command Inertial and Active Radar

Control - Fixed mid-body mounted wings with electric motor driven tail fins
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AIM - 120A Lots 1 - 5 Baseline missile, not field reprogrammable
Provides electrically erasable programmable read

AIM - 120B Lots 6 - 7 only memory (EEPROM) for software updates via
field level reprogramming
Introduces clipped wing and fin design for
AIM - 120C3 Lots 8 -10
compatibility with F 22A internal carriage
AIM - 120C4 Lot 11 Adds an improved warhead
Includes the +5 rocket motor and shortened

AIM - 120C5 Lot 12
control actuation Section (SCAS)
Provides improved fuzing via new quadrant target
AIM - 120C6 Lots 13 - 15
detection device (QTDD)
Improved guidance section for improved
AIM - 120C7 Lots 16 -19
Electronic Protection (EP)
Improved kinematics, improved high off bore-sight
AIM - 120D Lots 20 & up (HOBS) capability, GPS, and two way enhanced
data-link
Weight (lbs.) - 358 max

Length (in.) - 144
Diameter (in.) - 7
Wing Span - AIM-120A/B - 21 inches; AIM-120C - 17.5 inches (C/D)
Control Fin - AIM-120A/B - 25 inches; AIM-120C - 17.5 inches (C/D)
CG (Nom) - 82.2 inches back from radome tip.
Warhead - 45 lbs. Blast/Fragmentation
Propulsion - Boost/Sustain, Reduced Smoke
Fuze - Active radar Target Detection Device (TDD/QTTD)
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
F-15 A-E LAU-106 (F-15 eject), LAU-128 (F-15 rail)
F-16 A-D LAU-129 (F-16 rail)
F/A-18 C-F LAU-116 (F/A-18 eject), LAU-127 (F/A-18 rail)
F-35 LAU-147/A (F-35 eject), ARL (F-35 rail)
F-22A LAU-142/A (F-22)
AV-8B Sea Harrier / Harrier II
EF2000 EuroFighter
Tornado
JAS 37 Viggen
JAS 39 Gripen
Ground Launch Systems:

NASAMS (FMS)
SLAMRAAM (US Army)
CLAWS (US Marines)
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Contractor Raytheon Missile Systems Company, Tucson AZ
Status Inventory/Rate Production for USAF/USN/FMS (120-A/B/C)
System Design Development (120D)
Special Equipment Common Field-Level Memory Reprogramming Equipment
(CFMRE) AN/GYQ-75A (V) (USAF) and (USN)
Test Set, Guided Missile Circuitry, TS-4108/G Missile Bit Test Set (MBTS)
(USAF)
OPR - Joint USAF/USN Program, USAF Lead Service
328th ARSW (USAF), Eglin AFB, FL
NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-259, (USN) NAS Patuxent River, MD
Support Activities 575 CBSS/GBLA, Robins AFB, GA (USAF)
NAWCWD - Pt Mugu (USN)
Technical Order: 21-AI120A-2 (USAF), NAVAIR 01-120-2 (USN)
Guidance Armament Propulsion Section Control

Section (GS) Section (AS) (PS) +5” Motor Section (CS)
AIM-120A/B
AIM-120C (clipped Wing)

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CHAPTER TWO
1 June 2009
AIR-TO-GROUND
MISSILES
(AGM)

Nomenclature: AGM-65 Series Name: Maverick
Capability:
Close Air Support/Interdiction/Suppress Enemy Air Defense (SEAD) with a lock on before
launch day or night capability.
Description:
Although the Maverick is a modular design weapon, it is delivered to the services as an all-up
round (AUR). A different combination of the guidance package and warhead can be attached to
the rocket motor section to produce a different weapon. The Maverick has three different
seekers and two different warheads. The solid-rocket motor propulsion section is common to all
variants. The seeker options are electro-optical (EO) imaging, imaging infrared (IIR) or a laser
guidance package. The warhead is in the missile's center-aft section (CAS). Either a 125-
pound shaped-charge warhead or a 300-pound penetrator warhead can be used. A contact
fuze in the base of the warhead fires the shaped-charge. The penetrator uses a delayed-fuze,
allowing the warhead to penetrate the target with its kinetic energy before firing. The latter is
very effective against large, hard targets. The AGM-65 has a cylindrical body with long-chord
delta wings and tail control surfaces mounted close to the trailing edge of the wing of the aircraft
using it.
Maverick A has an electro-optical television guidance system. After the protective dome cover
is automatically removed from the nose of the missile and its video circuitry activated, the scene
viewed by the guidance system appears on a cockpit television screen. The pilot selects the
target, centers cross hairs on it, locks on, and then launches the missile.
Maverick B is similar to the A model, although the television guidance system has a screen
magnification capability that enables the pilot to identify and lock on to smaller and more distant
targets.
Maverick D has an imaging infrared (IIR) guidance system, operated much like that of the A
and B models, except that infrared video overcomes the daylight-only, adverse weather
limitations of the other system. The infrared Maverick D can track heat generated by a target
and provide the pilot a pictorial display of the target during darkness and hazy or inclement
weather.
Maverick E model is the only version having the laser-guided seeker section. It uses the
heavyweight penetrator warhead. This variant is used by the U.S. Marine Corps, Navy, and Air
Force against fortified ground installations, armored vehicles, and surface combatants during
Close Air Support missions. Used in conjunction with ground or airborne laser designators, the
missile seeker searches a sector 7 miles across and over 10 miles ahead. If the missile loses
track of the laser spot it flies up and over the target. A safety feature on the missile prevents
the warhead from detonating high order. Instead, the warhead duds.
Maverick F is a naval variant of the D/G model (IIR) currently in use by the U.S. Navy. It also
uses the 300-pound penetrator warhead.
Maverick G model essentially has the same guidance system as the D, with some software
modifications that track larger targets. The G model's major difference is its heavyweight
penetrator warhead, while Maverick B and D models employ the shaped-charge warhead.
Maverick H model uses an optical Charged Coupled Device (CCD) guidance system. The
CCD system is an upgrade of the old TV system used in the A and B models. The CCD
camera provides improved haze penetration, increased target contrast and longer range target
identification; and improves the missiles’ ability to maintain centroid track steering when locked
onto very small targets. The H model, operated much like the other Maverick variants, contains
the shaped charge warhead used on the A, B and D models.
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Maverick K model uses the H’s CCD guidance system and the heavyweight penetrator
warhead used on the E and G models.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
M65AA MISSILE AGM-65A Z65DA MISSILE TGM-65D CAPTIVE
M65BA MISSILE AGM-65B Z65TD MISSILE TGM-65D LOAD TRAINER
M65DA MISSILE AGM-65D Z65TE MISSILE TGM-65D MAINT TRAINER
M65EA MISSILE AGM-65E Z65GA MISSILE TGM-65G CAPTIVE
M65FA MISSILE AGM-65F P65DA PREPO ISO AGM-65/D
M65GB AGM-65G-2 P65DB PREPO ISO AGM-65/D
M65GA AGM-65G P65GA PREPO ISO AGM-65/G
M65KA AGM-65K P65GB PREPO ISO AGM-65/G2
SZKCA AGM-65G-2 SZKAA STAMP AGM-65D
SZKDA AGM-65H SZKBA STAMP AGM-65G
M65HA AGM-65H AUR
SZKEA AGM-65K
Z65AA MISSILE TGM-65A CAPTIVE
Guidance - TV (A, B, H, K); IIR (D, F, G2); Laser (E); Charged Coupled Device (CCD) Imaging
TV (H, K)
Control - Tail, Hydraulic Pneumatic Actuators
Autopilot - Proportional Navigation
Class - Anti-Armor / Penetration Missile
AGM-65 A/B (TV) AGM-65 D (IR) AGM-65E (LASER)
Weight (lbs.) - 462.0 Weight (lbs.) - 484.47 Weight (lbs.) - 628.3
Length (in.) - 97.70 Length (in.) - 97.70 Length (in.) - 97.70
Diameter (in.) - 12.00 Diameter (in.) - 12.00 Diameter (in.) - 12.00
AGM-65 F/G/G2 (IR) AGM-65 H AGM-65 K

Weight (lbs.) - 670 Weight (lbs.) - 461.0 Weight (lbs.) - 672
Warhead - 125 lbs. Shaped Charge Jet and Blast (A, B, D, H)

- 300 lbs. Penetrator/Blast-Frag (E,F,G,K)
Explosive - 86 lbs Comp B / 80 lbs PBX(AF)-108
Fuze - SAF (A, B, D,H); FMU-135/B (E, F, G,K)
Stabilizer - Wings / Control Surfaces
Propulsion - Boost Sustain
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher: (All Aircraft use same)
A-10 LAU-88A (3 ea)
F-15E LAU-117A (1 ea)
F-16A-D LAU-117A (1 ea)
F/A-18A-F LAU-117A (1 ea)
AV-8B LAU-117A (1 ea)
P-3C LAU-117A (1 ea)
2-2 FOUO
Contractor - Raytheon Missile Company
Status - AGM-65A, B, D, F, G, E, H, K Inventory
Special Equipment - AN/DSM-157 Guided Missile Test Set (A, B, D, G, H, K); TTU-519/E Guided
Missile Test Set (E, F); AN/DSM-129 Guided Weapon Test Set Target Simulator (A, B, H, K);
SM-787/DSM Test Set Target Simulator (D, F, G); SMU-127/E Test Set Target Simulator (E).
For a complete list of AGM-65 Guided Missile Ground Equipment, refer to T.O. 35D-1-281.
507 CBSS/GBLA, Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: 21M-AGM65A-2 (A & B), 21M-AGM65D-2 (D & G), 21M-AGM65K-2 (H&K&E)
2-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-84D Name: Harpoon
Capability:
All-Weather Standoff Anti-Ship Missile.
Description:
The AGM-84D Harpoon is an all-weather, over-the-horizon, anti-ship missile system effective
against moving/stationary surface ships of sizes from patrol boat to capital assets. It offers the
capability for low level cruise trajectory and terminal mode sea-skim or pop-up maneuvers. This
feature along with active radar guidance and warhead design assure high survivability and
effectiveness. The Harpoon missile is designed as an anti-ship cruise missile. It has the
capability to cruise just above the surface toward its target, and just before impact, execute a
terminal pop-up maneuver to counter close-in defenses and enhance warhead penetration.
There are two variants in use today, the AGM-84D Air Harpoon version which is used on
F/A-18, and P-3C platforms, and the RGM-84D Surface variant which is carried in canisters
aboard DDG 51-78 and CG-47 ships.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - ZC61C
Guidance - INS mid-course, Active Radar Terminal
Control - Tail
Autopilot - INS
Class - Air-to-Ground Missile
Weight (lbs.) - 1,160
Length (in.) - 151
Diameter (in.) - 13.5
Warhead - 500 lbs.
Explosive - Destex
Fuze - Contact
Propulsion - Turbojet Sustainer Engine
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher Rack:
F/A-18A-F
P-3C
Contractor / Status / Improvements Contractor:

Contractor - Boeing, IBM and Raytheon
Status - Inventory. Decertification (Air Force Only) per AFI 63-104 complete.
Management/Engineering: NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS Patuxent River, MD
Technical Order: NAVAIR 01-AGM84A-2-1
2-4 FOUO
2-5 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-84K Name: Standoff Land Attack
Missile-Expanded Response
(SLAM-ER)
Capability:
Adverse-Weather-Day/Night-Land and Sea Precise Air-to-Ground Weapon.
Description:
The Standoff Land Attack Missile-Expanded Response (SLAM-ER) is a long-range weapon
system designed to provide day, night and adverse weather precision strike capability against
high value land and sea targets. SLAM-ER is an effective, long-range, network enabled
precision strike option for pre-planned and target of opportunity attack missions against both
moving and stationary land and ship targets. SLAM-ER has a 500 lb. warhead, an IR sensor
system, a datalink and a modified GPS receiver. SLAM-ER employs numerous operating
modes which make it effective against a broad range of targets. For fixed targets, SLAM-ER
can be launched as either an autonomous fire-and-forget weapon, or as a man-in-the loop
(MITL) weapon utilizing the missile advanced datalink which communicates with the launch or
control aircraft via the AWW-13 Data Link Pod. Pilots and controllers view live missile seeker
IR video to target impact and can abort or redirect after launch if required. SLAM-ER hits
targets with JDAM near-precision accuracy utilizing GPS updates alone. With optional target
imagery, Automatic Target Acquisition (ATA) enhances autonomous accuracy even more.
Characteristics:
Propulsion - Teledyne Turbojet; Thrust is greater than 600 lbs.
Length (in.) - 172 (4.4 m)
Diameter (in.) - 13.5 (34.3 cm)
Wingspan (ft) - 7.2 (2.2 m).
Weight (lbs.) - 1,488 (674.5 kg)
Speed - High Subsonic
Range - Over-the-horizon, in excess of 150 nautical miles
Guidance System - Ring Laser Gyro Inertial Navigation System (INS) with multi-channel GPS;
infrared seeker for terminal guidance with Man-in-the-Loop control data
datalink from the controlling aircraft. Upgraded missiles incorporate
Automatic Target Acquisition (ATA).
Warhead - 543 lbs.
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/Rack:
F/A-18A-F BRU-32
P-3C

Contractor - Boeing and Raytheon
Status - Inventory
2-6 FOUO
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 01-AGM84A-2-1
2-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-86/B Name: Air Launched Cruise
Missile (ALCM)
Capability:
Defeat strategic targets from outside enemy defenses.
Description:
The AGM 86-B ALCM is a long range, autonomous, nuclear capable, stand-off weapon. It has
a turbofan engine and inertial guidance system with a terrain-contour matching (TERCOM)
update feature.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - None
Guidance - Inertial Navigation
Control - Operational Flight Program Software
Autopilot - Analog Autopilot
Class - Air-to-Ground Missile
Weight (lbs.) - 2850
Length (in.) - 249
Diameter (in.) - 25
Warhead - W80
Fuze - Impact Sensors or Commanded Air Burst
Propulsion - F107-WR-100
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
B-52H 30 in. lugs

Contractor - Boeing Defense and Space Group
Status - Inventory (Partial demilitarization of fleet in process)
705 MSUS, Tinker AFB, OK
Technical Order:
Technical Order - 21M-AGM86-2-1
2-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-86/C&D Name: Conventional Air
Launched Cruise Missile
(CALCM)
Capability:
Defeat heavily defended high-value targets from outside theater defenses.
Description:
The AGM-86C and AGM-86D missiles are collectively referred to as CALCMs. The
AGM-86C provides an adverse weather, day/night, air-to-surface, accurate, stand-off outside
of theater defenses strike capability. It has a range greater than 500 miles and a 3,000 lb.
class blast/fragmentation warhead. The AGM-86D’s AUP-3(M) penetrator warhead provides
a cost-effective, stand-off outside theater defenses capability against a wide range of
hardened and deeply buried targets. CALCMs are equally effective for stand-alone,
clandestine/punitive strikes and fully integrated theater warfare. The AGM-86C and
AGM-86D were successfully used in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Inertial Navigation integrated with GPS
Control - Operational Flight Program Software
Autopilot - N/A
Class - Air to Ground Missile
Weight (lbs.) - 3,250(C) 3,280(D)
Length (in.) - 249
Warhead - 3,000 lb. Class Blast/Fragmentation(C)
- 1,000 lb. Class Advanced Unitary Penetrator (AUP-3M) (D)
Explosive - Block 0A (C) - AFX-760, Block 1A (C) - PBXN-111, PBXN-109(D)
Fuze - FMU-139 A/B (2)(C), FMU-159/B(D)
Detonation - Impact or Proximity (C), Programmable Burst Point Control (D)
Propulsion - F107-WR-100
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
B-52H 30 in. lugs
Contractor / Status / Schedule / Improvements / Special Equipment:

Contractor - Boeing Defense and Space Group
Status - Inventory (Demilitarization of the AGM-86D is pending official directive)
Technical Order:
21M-AGM86-2-3(C), 21M-AGM86-2-4 (D)
2-9 FOUO
2-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-88B&C Name: High Speed Anti-Radiation
Missile (HARM)
Capability:
Suppression of mobile, fixed and re-locatable enemy air defense systems.
Description:
The AGM-88 HARM is a supersonic air-to-surface missile designed to seek and destroy enemy
radar equipped air defense systems. HARM has a proportional guidance system that homes in
on enemy radar emissions through a fixed antenna and seeker head in the missile nose. The
missile consists of four sections; guidance section, warhead, control section, and rocket motor.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
Z88AB MISSILE AGM-88(HARM) CAPTIVE P88AA PREPO ISO AGM-88/B
Z88AD MISSILE AGM-88(HARM) CAPTIVE P88CA PREPO ISO AGM-88/C
M88AB MISSILE AGM-88B AUR (HARM) SZMAA STAMP AGM-88C
M88AA MISSILE AGM-88C AUR
Guidance - Passive Broadband Radio Frequency

Control - Wing, Electro-Mechanical
Autopilot - 3 Axis Rate Gyros
Class - Air to Ground Missile
Weight (lbs.) - 780 -810
Length (in.) - 164
Diameter (in.) - 10
Warhead:
WAU-27/B (AGM-88C)
WAU-7/B (AGM-88/B)
Weight - 143.5 lbs.
Type - Direct Fragmentation, Variable Charge-to-Metal Concept
Explosive - PBXN-107
NEW - 45.2 lbs.
Fuze - FMU-111/B Proximity/Contact
Control Section - WCU-2/B
Target Detector - DSU-19A/B Electro-Optical
Rocket Motor - YSR-113-TC-1, Smokeless, Solid-Propellant, Dual Thrust
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
F-16C-D LAU-118A(V)4/A
F/A-18A-F
EA-6B Prowler
EA-18G (objective)
2-11 FOUO
Contractor - Raytheon Company
Status - Inventory
Special Equipment - MSU-170A/E and AN/GSM-396
575 CBSS/GBLD, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order:
21M-AGM88C-2 (Missile), 33D9-45-42-1 (Test Set)
AGM-88C
2-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-88E Name: Advanced Anti-Radiation
Guided Missile (AARGM)
Capability:
Lethal destruction of fixed, re-locatable, or mobile Integrated Air Defense Systems (IADS).
Description:
The AGM-88E AARGM is an upgrade to the legacy HARM missile. AARGM consists of a newly
developed guidance section and a modified AGM-88B HARM control section. AARGM uses the
existing AGM-88 HARM rocket motor section, warhead section, wings and fins. The new
guidance section is equipped with a more sensitive wideband passive digital Anti-Radiation
Homing (ARH) receiver, a conformal antenna array, an active Millimeter Wave (MMW) radar,
and an Integrated Broadcast Service Receiver (IBS-R). The ARH in combination with the
conformal antenna is able to geolocate emitting targets. The ARH can be used to minimize
target location error over time allowing the MMW radar to continue to prosecute and attack even
when the target radar shuts down. The IBS-R will provide the pilot access to real time
intelligence data enhancing situational awareness. The AGM-88E Control Section incorporates
a GPS aided inertial navigation suite (INS) and a Weapons Impact Assessment (WIA)
transmitter. The GPS/INS provides AARGM a point-to-point capability and provides for missile
avoidance and impact zones. The WIA transmitter provides for Battle Damage Assessment
cueing capability.
Characteristics:
NALC (Navy Ammunition Logistic Code) TBD
Guidance - Passive Broadband Radio Frequency, GPS, and Active Millimeter Wave
Radar
Control - Wing, Electro-Mechanical Autopilot - 3 Axis GPS/INS Class - Air-to-Ground
Missile
Weight (lbs.) - 780 -810 Length (in.) - 164 Diameter (in.) - 10
Warhead- WAU-7/B (AGM-88/B)
Weight - 143.5 lbs.
Type - Direct Fragmentation, Variable Charge-to-Metal Concept
Explosive - PBXN-107
NEW - 45.2 lbs.
Fuze - FMU-111/B Proximity/Contact
Control Section - WCU-30/B
Target Detector - DSU-19A/B Electro-Optical
Rocket Motor - YSR-113-TC-1, Smokeless, Solid-Propellant, Dual Thrust
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
F/A-18C/D (threshold) LAU-118A(V)4/A
EA-6B (objective)
F/A-18E/F (objective)
EA-18G (objective)
2-13 FOUO
Contractor - ATK Mission Systems
Status - In development
Special Equipment - CMBRE
Program Executive Office Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons (PMA-242), NAS Patuxent
River, MD
Technical Order: TBD
2-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-114 Series Name: Hellfire
Capability:
Air-to-Ground missile system designed to defeat individual hard point targets and minimize
exposure of the delivery vehicle to enemy fire.
Description:
The missile is a rocket-propelled, laser guided, supersonic weapon designed to defeat
individual hard point targets. It consists of a guidance section housing a semi-active laser
seeker, a warhead section containing either a conical shaped charge with a forward precursor
warhead (AGM-114K/K2) or a blast-fragmentation/thermobaric warhead (AGM-114M/N), a
propulsion (rocket motor) section, and a control section. To expand the Hellfire target set to
include softer targets, the Army has added an external fragmenting sleeve to the K-2 variant
resulting in the K-2A variant. The USAF delivery platform for the Hellfire is the MQ-1B Predator
and MQ-9 Reaper Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. Other delivery platforms include Marine Corps
helicopter AH-1W/Z Cobra, the U.S. Army AH-64D Apache Longbow, OH-58D Kiowa Warrior,
the AH-6A Little Bird helicopters, as well as the Navy/Army H-60 series helicopters. Hellfire
provides precision striking power against tanks, armored personnel carriers, air defense sites,
patrol boats, bunkers, buildings, non-tactical vehicles, personnel, and slow-moving fixed and
rotary wing aircraft.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
M14KA AGM-114K, K2 and K-2A M14MA AGM-114M
M14PB The Hellfire AGM-114P-2 missile (1410-WH47) differs from the "K" by supporting
a digital communication link to the launcher and by the replacement of the attitude
gyro. That digital communication link provides targeting data to the missile and
enables the missile to inertial-navigate, acquire targets, and hit targets with
extremely large lateral offset angles.
M14PA The AGM-114P-2A Hellfire (1410-WH48) is identical to the P-2 missile except
it has a sleeve around the warhead that increases the fragmentation
characteristics.
M14PC The AGM-114P-2B Hellfire (1410-WH49) is identical to the P-2A missile except it
has a “heavy” sleeve around the warhead that the metallic composition is denser
to increase the fragmentation characteristics.
M14NA The AGM-114N Hellfire (1410-WF96), the N missile, has a metal augmented
charge (MAC) (thermobaric) blast frag warhead with time delay fuze.
M36E3 Guided Training Missile (M-36) Captive Flight Trainer is used for captive flight
training and cannot be launched. It has an operational laser seeker that can
search for and lock on to laser energy. For the K Model
M36E6 Guided Training Missile (M-36) Captive Flight Trainer is used for captive flight
training and cannot be launched. It has an operational laser seeker that can
search for and lock on to laser energy. For the P Model
M-34 Guided Training Missile (M-34) Maintenance (Ground Handling) Trainer assists
with load handling training and aircraft testing.
Guidance - Laser (K, K-2, M, N)

- Ka-band millimeter wave (L)
Control - Tail, Pneumatic Actuation System
2-15 FOUO
Class - Anti-Armor/ Anti-Material
UAS Missile Variants:
Hellfire-II
AGM-114K, K-2, K-2A, (Laser)
Platforms supported - Rotary Wing Platforms (Multi-Service), USAF Predator
Length (in.) - 64.0
Hellfire II (P)
AGM-114P-2, P-2A, P-2B, M-6, N-6
Platforms supported: Currently USAF UAS Only
Warhead - 19.8 lbs. Dual Shaped Charge (K, K-2, K2A, L)

24 lbs. Blast Fragmentation (M)
27.6 lbs. Thermobaric (N)
Explosive - 14.50 lbs. LX-14 (K)
14.50 lbs. PBXN-9 (K-2, L)
5.0 lbs. PBXN-109 (M)
5.0 lbs PBXN-112/4.1 lbs. Pressed Al Powder (N)
Fuze - Electronic Safe Arm Firing (ESAF) Assembly (K, K-2, L); ESAF and Time Delay
Fuze Assembly (TDFA) (M/N)
Stabilizer - Strakes, wings and fins
Propulsion - Solid fuel propellant minimum smoke, single grain, boost motor
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
AH-64D Apache Longbow M299
Army/Navy H-60 Series
OH-58D Kiowa Warrior
AH-6A Little Bird
AH-1W/Z Cobra
MQ-1B Predator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Modified M299 Missile Launcher Rail
MQ-9 Reaper UAV Modified M299 Missile Launcher Rail
Contractor - Lockheed Martin
Status - AGM-114B, K, K2 K-2A, M, N Inventory
Special Equipment - None; All-Up-Round BIT checked on MQ-1B Predator UAV
Joint Attack Munition Systems (JAMS) Project Office, Redstone Arsenal, AL
507 CBSS/GBLC, Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order:
21-AGM114
2-16 FOUO
2-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-129A Name: Advanced Cruise
Missile (ACM)
Capability:
Defeat heavily defended high-value targets from outside theater defenses.
Description:
Embodying stealth technology, the AGM-129A is an air-launched, strategic cruise missile with
significant improvements over the AGM-86B in range, accuracy and survivability. Armed with a W-80
warhead, it is designed to evade air and ground-based defenses in order to strike heavily defended
hardened targets at any location within an enemy’s territory.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Inertial Navigation
Control - Operational Flight Software
Autopilot - N/A
Length (in.) - 250
Warhead - W80
Fuze - N/A
Propulsion - F112-WR-100 Turbofan
Range - 2,000 Nautical Miles
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
B-52H 30 inch lugs

Contractor - (Prime) Raytheon
Status - Inventory (demilitarization of fleet in process)
RAA - 1 Oct 1992
498 Missile Sustainment Group (MSUG), Tinker AFB, OK
Technical Order:
TO - 21-AG129-2-1
2-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-130 Name: Powered Standoff Weapon
Capability:
Destroy high value, vertical or horizontal fixed targets at enhanced standoff ranges, during
adverse weather, day or night.
Description:
Derived from the GBU-15, it has since been extensively modified to an advanced, precision
guided weapon used against high value fixed targets. It features Inertial Navigation
System/Global Positioning System (INS/GPS), man-in-the-loop capabilities and has a
propulsion section enabling enhanced standoff capability. There are two versions of the
weapon: the AGM-130A model utilizes the MK-84 warhead and the AGM-130C model utilizes
the BLU-109 penetration warhead. Both versions have advanced control sections and new
Switchable Datalinks (SDL) for horizontal target attack profiles. The datalink pod transmits
command signals to the weapon receiver/transmitter (RxTx) and receives video signal from the
weapon RxTx. The command signal allows the WSO to control and redirect the weapon during
delivery to the target. There are two improved guidance sections for day and night extended
capability: Television Guided Section (TVGS) and Improved Modular Infrared Sensor (IMIRS).
The AN/GJM-64 Test System tests all GBU-15 and AGM-130 configurations; it is completely
menu driven featuring minimal manual operator intervention. The software can be readily
modified to facilitate testing/updating of new weapon versions, enhancements, improvements
and modifications.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZMG5C AGM-130 LC&FTD INRT IMIRS SDL M304E AGM-130A-11 TAC MK-84 SDL
M309G AGM-130 TAC, BLU-109, IMIRS, SDL M304F AGM-130A-12 TAC MK-84 IR SDL
M309H AGM-130 TAC, BLU-109, TVGS, SDL M309E AGM-130C-11 TAC BLU-109 TV SDL
M306A AGM-130 TAC, INERT, IMIRS, SDL M309F AGM-130C-12 TAC BLU-109 IR SDL
M306B AGM-130 TAC, INERT, TVGS, SDL SZNBA STAMP AGM-130A-12
M304G AGM-130 TAC, MK-84, IMIRS, SDL SZNDA STAMP AGM-130C-12
M304H AGM-130 TAC, MK-84, TVGS, SDL ZM45A CATM-130-109 TVGS L/W F-15E
M30GA AGM-130 TAC/INRT IMIRS SDL ZMG5A CATM-130A-109 TVGS F-15E
M30GB AGM-130 TAC/INRT TVGS SDL ZMG5B CATM-130A-110 IMIRS F-15E
ZMGMB AGM-130(I) A-1 DATM DUMMY TRN TV ZM45B CATM-130A-110 IMIRS L/W F-15E
Guidance - Autonomous GPS/INS

- TVGS or IMIR Seeker
- Precise Adverse Weather, day or night
- Accurate All Weather
- Vertical and Horizontal Targets
Control - Automatic or manual (WSO with AXQ-14 or ZSW-1 Datalink System)
Autopilot - Digital
Class - 3,000 lb. Standoff Weapon
Warhead - MK84 or BLU-109 (adapter kit required)
Explosive - Tritonal - 945 lbs. (MK84); 535 lbs. (BLU-109)
Fuze - FMU - 124A/B (MK84); FMU-143 (BLU-109) FMU-152 (potential)
Stabilizer - Strakes (canards), Wings, and Control Surfaces
Propulsion - Solid Propellant Rocket Motor
2-19 FOUO
Range - 15 to 30+ NM
Weight - AGM-130A-11 (MK84, TV) 2978 lbs.
- AGM-130A-12 (MK84, IR) 3001 lbs.
- AGM-130C-11 (BLU-109, TV) 3064 lbs.
- AGM-130C-12 (BLU-109, IR) 3087 lbs.
Length - 158.8 in.
Diameter - Mk-84 Warhead 18.0 in.
- BLU-109 Warhead 16.0 in.
- Rocket Motor 9.0 in.
- Guidance Section 15.0 in.
- Control Section 16.0 in.
- Tail Section (Wings) 59.0 in.
Carriage Options:
F-15E BRU-47 (30 in. Lug Spacing)

Contractor - (AGM-130) Boeing Company; (AXQ-14/ZSW-1) Raytheon; (AN/GJM-65) BAE
Status - Inventory (AGM-130-9/-10 replaced by -11/-12 Apr - 99)
Improvements - Potential Integration of FMU-152 (JPF) Fuze & BLU-121 Warhead
Special Equipment - AN/GJM-64 Field Test System (33D7-77-81-1), Ground Support
Equipment (33D9-148-3-1), and Shipping and Storage Containers (35E20-2-43-2)
Mangement/Engineering:
507 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order:
21M-AGM130-2
2-20 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-154 Name: Joint Stand-Off
Weapon (JSOW)
Capability:
Autonomous, low observable, standoff outside point defenses, all weather, day/night multiple
kills per pass, launch and leave, effective against area and stationary targets and provides a
moving maritime interdiction capability.
Description: The JSOW is a low observable, 1,000 lb. class, INS/GPS guided, family of air-to-
ground glide weapons. JSOW consists of a common airframe and avionics that provides for a
modular payload assembly to attack stationary and moving massed light-armored and armored
vehicle columns, surface-to-air targets and personnel. JSOW provides combat forces with an
all weather, day/night, multiple kills per pass, launch and leave, and a standoff capability.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
M541A AGM-154A JSOW SZPBA AGM-154B JSOW (Navy Only)
SZPAA AGM-154A JSOW Z54BA DATM-154
AGM-154A-1 JSOW (FMS Only) AGM-154C (Navy Only)
AGM-154C (Navy Only)
Guidance - AGM-154A&B (B version Navy Only) INS/GPS
- AGM-154A-1 (FMS Only) INS/GPS
- AGM-154C (Navy Only)-INS/GPS w/IIR Seeker
AGM-154C-1 (Navy Only) INS/GPS with Link-16 W/IIR Seeker
Class - Standoff Outside Point Defense (SOPD) Missile
Weight (lbs.) - 1,065 max
Length (in.) - 160
Diameter (in.) - 16 x 22; Wings Extended -106
Warhead - AGM-154A -145 BLU-97 Combined Effects Munitions (CEM) Bomblets
- AGM-154A-1 (FMS Only) BLU-111
- AGM-154B (Navy Only) - 6 BLU-108s (24 Skeets) Note: Production Halted
- AGM-154C/AGM-154-C-1 (Navy Only) - BROACH Penetrator Warhead
Propulsion - None, Glide Weapon (~12:1 glide ratio)
Range - 15nm at Low Altitude; >70nm at High Altitude
Carriage Options:
B-2A
F-16C-D BRU-57
F/A-18A+C/D/E/F BRU-32
F-35

Contractor - Raytheon
Status - Production complete; Program in sustainment
Notes - Joint USAF/USN Program (USN lead service)
Reference - JMEM
Special Equipment - AN/GYQ-79 Common Munition Bit Reprogrammable Equipment (CMBRE)
2-21 FOUO
OPR - NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS Patuxent River, MD
Technical Order:
21-AGM154-2-2
2-22 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGM-158 Name: Joint Air-to-Surface
Stand-Off Missile (JASSM)
Capability:
Standoff outside area defense to strike critical, high value, heavily defended targets.
Description:
JASSM is a precision cruise missile designed for launch from outside area defenses to kill hard,
medium-hardened, soft and area type targets. The weapon is capable of attacking both fixed
and relocatable targets at ranges beyond enemy air defenses. The AGM-158A-2 contains a
Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM). Initial production (Lot 1) AGM 158A
missiles do not contain Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM). SAASM was
incorporated into Lot 2 and beyond and missiles are identified as AGM-158A-2 (a block
upgrade). Although distinguished by NSN and marking, missiles are interchangeable and as
such, NSNs are linked (Master/Sub) and the Complete Round Code (CRC) is the same for
both. AGM-158B, the extended range (ER) variant is being developed. It retains the same
outer mold line of the basic missile. Key design differences are additional fuel and different
engine which combined provide a significant increase to its operation range.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
M58HA AGM-158A (JASSM) Z58HA DATM-158A (JASSM)
AGM-158B CRC: TBD
Guidance - IIR
Class - 2,000 lb. Standoff Missile
Weight (lbs.) - AGM-158A - 2,150
AGM 158B - 2,350
Length (in.) - < 168
Height (in.) - <21 (tail closed)
Width (in.) - <25 (wings closed)
Warhead - Unitary blast frag/penetrator
Explosive - AFX-757 (Insensitive fill)
Propulsion - AGM-158A - Teledyne J370 Series Engine
AGM-158B - Williams F107-WR-105 Series Engine
Fuel - AGM-158A - approx 40 gallon JP-10
AGM 158B - approx 47 gal JP-10
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher: 30 in. lugs (no lanyard)
B-1B BRU-56 (AGM-158A/A-2/B)
B-2A BRU-44 (only AGM-158A/A-2)
B-52H MAU-12 (only AGM-158A/A-2)
F-16 Block 40/50 MAU-12 (only AGM-158A/A-2)
Objective:
F-15E BRU-57 (only AGM-158A/A-2)
F-35 TBD
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Contractor / Status / Improvements /Special Equipment:
Status - Full Rate Production, IOC: F-16, B-1B, B-2A, B-52H
Improvements - The extended range variant, AGM-158B, JASSM-ER, is being developed.
Special Equipment - JASSM Weapon Load Adapter – NSN 1450-01-502-3256DM for Bomber
units only, and JASSM adapter (trailer chock) – NSN 1730-01-511-2907 optional trailer
accessory for bomber units. Allow JASSM container to sit on/be transported on
MHU- 110 rail assembly (or new aluminum rail system) which allows weapon loaders to
extend JASSM off side of trailer to gain access to bottom of container for loading
(eliminates any double handling on flight line).
308th ARSG, Eglin AFB, FL
Reference - JASSM Program Office
System Support Office:
507 CBSS/GBLC, Hill Air Force Base
Technical Order:
Maintenance 21-AG158A-2
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CHAPTER THREE1 June 2009
DIRECTED ENERGY (DE) TECHNOLOGIES

Nomenclature: TBD Name: Active Denial System (ADS)
Capability:
Counter-personnel with non-lethal tactical directed energy.
Description:
The Active Denial System (ADS) uses millimeter-wave electromagnetic energy to stop, deter
and turn back an advancing adversary from a relatively long range. The specific range is
classified, but the current ADS hardware can engage a single individual at a distance that out-
ranges small arms fire. The Active Denial System uses a transmitter to send a narrow beam of
95 GHz electromagnetic energy towards an identified subject. Traveling at the speed of light,
the energy reaches the subject and is absorbed in a very thin layer of tissue less than 1/64 of
an inch deep. The absorbed energy quickly heats up water molecules in this thin layer of
tissue, causing the body‟s nerve endings to signal an intense burning sensation. An individual
feels this burning sensation until the transmitter is shut off or when the individual moves out of
the beam. A 2-second burst from the system can heat a thin layer under the skin to a
temperature of 130° F. On being engaged with the ADS beam, the pain reflex makes an
individual pull away automatically in less than a second. However, because only a very thin
layer of tissue is being heated, the total energy needed per unit area is actually small -
substantially less than the threshold for causing permanent injury. An individual would have to
stay in the beam for more than an order of magnitude longer before it caused a burn to the skin.
Applications include:
- Disperse a crowd
- Direct/contain/stop a crowd
- Separate belligerents/isolate individuals
- Distract an individual or group
- Render an individual incapable of performing an activity
- Deny an area to personnel
- Separate combatants/non-combatants in open area
- Control access/exit to a facility or structure
- Clear an open area
- Deter/warn away attackers/intruders
- Stop/delay/disrupt attackers/intruders including those inside moving vehicles/boats
Characteristics:
Currently there are three sets of ADS hardware: (1) System 0 is a 100 kW system that is a fixed
site, AC-powered system; (2) System 1 is a mobile 100 kW self-contained system, mounted on
a hybrid electric High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) chassis; and (3)
System 2 is a ruggedized, transportable (on HEMTT or similar trucks), self-contained system
built into 463L compatible containers. This hardware was developed and extensively field
tested under the ADS Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD), which was
successfully completed in FY07.
General characteristics include:
- Frequency: 95 GHz
- Operation: Capable of continuous operation; nominal engagements are typically less than
5 seconds in duration. Given duty limits, magazine depth is constrained only
by vehicle fuel capacity.
- Aperture size: ~2 meters
- Range: Classified; out-ranges small arms fire
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- Target identification and designation: Visible and IR optical sensors, bore sighted, on the
center of the 95 GHz beam. Operator executes aiming and firing. Capable of
engaging single individuals and small groups at range without affecting other
nearby personnel.
Carriage Options:
Hybrid-HMMWV chassis: System 1 is currently at Kirtland AFB under AFRL/RDHA operations
and continues to do training, assessment, demonstration, and research activities.
463L Pallet compatible containers: System 2 (transportable on HEMTT-type platforms)
completed government evaluation (including successful C130 loading/transport test) and was
delivered to the government in late FY08. It is currently awaiting deployment decisions. The
services are interested in integrating the ADS technology on to a Mine Resistant-Ambush
Protected (MRAP) vehicle.
System concepts are also being considered for airborne applications. Within AFRL, component
technology development is underway to enable a 2.5 MW airborne Active Denial System,
intended to provide substantially greater range in a gunship-type application. A demonstration
of integrated technologies for this application, on a ground-based test stand, is planned for
FY15. Technology alternatives are also being evaluated to reduce the weight of the current 100
kW system by 50%, with the goal to enable more modular configurations and possibly rotary
wing aircraft (unfunded).
Contractor / Status:
Contractor - Multiple
Status - Successfully completed ACTD with residual hardware/capability; Bridge Program
out of AAC working FY12 POM and other preparations, AFRL technology for longer-range and
lighter weight systems is in or just entering development.
AAC/808 ARSG, Eglin AFB, FL
AFRL/RD, Kirtland AFB, NM
ADS ACTD Hardware System Concept
ADS System 2
MRAP Active Denial System
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Advanced Tactical Laser (ATL)
Capability:
Airborne precision engagement of tactical ground targets.
Description:
The Advanced Tactical Laser (ATL) is a high energy laser system, based on a Chemical
Oxygen-Iodine Laser (COIL) device, installed in a NC-130H aircraft. The ATL effort began as
an Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration (ACTD) that was concluded 30 September
2008. The ATL effort was transitioned to the Air Force and is being managed by the Air
Armament Center (AAC) as an Extended User Evaluation (EUE). The objective of the EUE is
to demonstrate the military utility of an airborne tactical laser weapon against ground targets.
The ATL will provide enhanced capabilities by increasing targeting precision, decreasing
collateral damage, and reducing reconstitution costs. It will also serve as a springboard for
future directed energy technology development. The large aperture (50 cm), stabilized beam
control system and sensors will be capable of high-resolution imagery of the target area,
providing an unprecedented capability for long-range situational awareness. During the EUE,
ATL testing will concentrate on exercising and understanding system performance as a function
of engagement range, altitude, bearing to the target, and atmospheric/weather conditions. This
testing will also evaluate the ISR capabilities of the ATL optical system and help develop
contingency operations (CONOPS)/Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTP) for airborne
tactical laser weapons.
Characteristics:
The current ATL ACTD system has the following general characteristics:
- Laser power: Classified
- Aperture diameter: 50 cm, in a retractable turret on the bottom of the aircraft
- Wavelength: 1.315 µm
- Residual beam jitter on target: less than 5 micro-radians
- Overall system weight: approximately 40,000 lbs. (C-130 payload)
- Nominal laser shot duration: 6 seconds
- Total lase time available: approximately 36 seconds, sufficient for 6 nominal laser shots
- Recycle time between laser shots: approximately 4 minutes
- Target recognition and aimpoint designation/maintenance: operator executed, using a
stabilized, high-resolution target image in real time, provided by precision optical
line-of-sight stabilization, high-bandwidth target tracking, and high-resolution
optical sensors in visible and MWIR wavelength bands.
Carriage Options:
NC-130 aircraft. A goal of on-going and planned technology development and demonstration
programs (see above) is to both improve laser system performance and to significantly reduce
overall system weight, to enable a tactical laser weapon system for a next-generation gunship
application, at a size/weight which allows the necessary gunship sensors, communications, and
combat equipment plus still allows room for additional weapons besides the laser system.
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Contractor - Prime contractor for the ATL EUE is The Boeing Company
Status - (as of March 2009) - Weapon system has been integrated and flight tested in non-
lasing mode. The initial air-to-ground high power target engagements are planned for
June 2009.
Technology development under AFRL, DARPA, and other service‟s investment is planned to
provide technology which can support spiral development of the ATL laser system (if funding is
available). Efforts are underway to improve COIL device and beam control technology in order
to increase COIL device power, increase magazine depth, reduce the time between laser shots,
allow re-generation of spent laser fuels after a mission, and increase laser spot intensity on
target (which allows an increase in lethal range). In the longer term, the development and
scaling of several electric laser concepts, along with the development of prime power and
thermal management technologies, should enable the upgrade to the ATL to install a higher-
power electric laser. Along with the integration of advanced beam control technologies, this
should increase the ATL lethal range, greatly increase the number of laser shots possible per
mission, and reduce logistics requirements. Finally, the performance and scalability of next-
generation electric laser and tactical beam control technology is planned to be demonstrated in
integrated ground testing, enabling further improvements in tactical laser system performance
and a significant reduction (greater than a factor of 2) in laser weapon system size and weight.
ATL ACTD Manager: USSOCOM, MacDill AFB, FL
ATL EUE Manager: AAC/308 ARSW, Eglin AFB, FL
Advanced Technology Development: AFRL/RD, Kirtland AFB, NM
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Nomenclature: YAL-1A Name: Airborne Laser (ABL)
Capability:
Kill ballistic missiles (BM) during boost phase and provide early BM launch warning.
Description: The ABL weapon system consists of a megawatt-class high-energy, chemical

oxygen iodine laser (COIL) mounted on a modified 747-400F (freighter) aircraft to detect, track
and destroy theater ballistic missiles in their boost phase of flight. ABL also can pass
information on launch sites, target tracks and predicted impact points to other layers of the
global ballistic missile defense system. A crew of four, including pilot and copilot, would be
required to operate the airborne laser, which would patrol in pairs at high altitude, about 40,000
feet, flying in orbits over friendly territory, scanning the horizon for the plumes of rising missiles.
Capable of autonomous operation, the ABL would acquire and track missiles in the boost phase
of flight, illuminating the missile with a tracking laser beam while computers measure the
distance and calculate its course and direction. After acquiring and locking onto the target, a
second laser - with weapons-class strength - would fire a three- to five-second burst from a
turret located in the 747's nose, destroying the missiles over the launch area. The Boeing
Company provides the aircraft, battle management and overall systems integration and testing.
Northrop Grumman supplies the high-energy laser, and Lockheed Martin provides the beam
control/fire control system.
Characteristics:
Carriage Options:
Aircraft:
747-400F (YAL-1A)

The Boeing Company
Lockheed Martin
Northrop Grumman
MDA/AL, Kirtland AFB, NM
Technical Order: TBP
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Counter-electronics HPM
Advanced Missile Project (CHAMP)
Capability:
Defeat electronic systems with non-lethal tactical directed energy weapon.
Description:
The joint Combatant Commands are facing increased limitations in creating effects on the
adversary due to the desire to reduce casualties, preserve historic, religious, and health care
facilities, and limit escalation. This has created a growing list of theater no-strike facilities,
which can shelter an adversary‟s war making systems. With the increased use of electronic
command, control, communications, and computers (C4) to provide battlespace awareness,
and command force movements, an adversary may become more vulnerable to non-kinetic
techniques to degrade, disrupt or destroy their warfighting systems. The Joint Combatant
Commands require a non-kinetic option to engage these systems. The Counter-electronics
High Power Microwave Advanced Missile Project (CHAMP) Joint Capability Technology
Demonstration (JCTD) will provide a multi-shot and multi-target HPM missile system to negate
electronic systems that play a key role in present day and future conflicts.
The CHAMP JCTD will integrate, demonstrate, and assess an HPM multi-shot and multi-target
cruise missile to degrade, damage, or destroy electronic systems. For this JCTD, a compact
HPM payload will be integrated into an appropriate cruise missile to create the HPM cruise
missile demonstrator. Five cruise missiles will be produced. One appropriately instrumented
cruise missile without the HPM payload will be developed for a flight test to demonstrate
delivery, controllability, and fuzing. The remaining four cruise missiles with the integrated HPM
payload will be developed for flight testing, demonstration, and HPM effects tests. Of these four
HPM cruise missiles, one will be used for HPM effects test on the ground, two shall be used for
flight tests, and the remaining one shall be used as a back-up for the flight test. The ground
test vehicle will be used to address target effectiveness and collateral damage to surrounding
buildings by characterizing key sensitivities such as (target distance, attack geometry, target
construction, physical/functional layout, etc). The ground testing could also provide key, cost
effective data against targets not demonstrated in the flight tests.
The CHAMP JCTD will consist of two Operational Utility Assessments (OUAs). The first OUA
will demonstrate: 1) the ability to accurately navigate to a target building; and 2) illuminate the
building to ensure effects on the internal electronic components at a distance from the target to
be a viable military option. The second OUA will demonstrate the ability to attack multiple
targets by illuminating two target buildings geographically separated in addition to
demonstrating the same abilities as in the first OUA.
Characteristics:
The HPM cruise missile will have the following general characteristics:
- Frequency: 1.3 GHz
- Operation: Capable of multi-shots and multi-targets. Magazine depth is constrained
only by cruise missile fuel capacity.
- Effective range: Classified
Carriage Options:
Aircraft:
B-52H
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Contractor - TBD
Status - The CHAMP Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) will be awarded April 09 timeframe.
Technical Manager: AFRL/RDH, Kirtland AFB, NM
Operational Manager: PACOM, Camp Smith, HI
Transition Manager: ACC/A8D, Langley AFB, VA
NOTIONAL
CHAMP Concept of Employment
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: DE Airbase/Area Protection
Capability:
Provides protection from all aerial threats to an airbase or perimeter from rockets, artillery and
missiles (RAM), Man-Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS), Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
(UAVs), and cruise missiles.
Description:
MANPADS have become a significant threat to military and civilian aircraft. Illicit trade of
MANPADS and their use by non-state organizations is well documented. Because of
predictable flight paths, slow speed, and high Infrared (IR) signatures, large aircraft are
particularly at risk during landing and takeoff. Encounters with MANPADS threats since 2000
have demonstrated the need to protect large body aircraft, rotor wing aircraft, and fighter
aircraft. The validated threat in the US, at Tinker AFB, clearly highlights the need to address
this growing problem. Examples of MANPADS threats include the FIM-92 Stinger, SA-7 Strella,
SA-14, SA-16, Blowpipes, and SA-18. The Department of Defense (DOD) has made progress
in addressing the MANPADS threat by employing on board defensive systems. The
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is addressing the issue by investigating the use of
current systems employed by DOD. However, these systems cannot defend against all threats.
Given current fiscal and technological limitations it is unfeasible to equip all military and civilian
aircraft with on board counter-MANPADS protection systems.
RAM has continued to be a constant threat to our deployed forces. Additionally, UAVs have
recently become a significant threat identifying our soldier‟s positions and movements and
eventually being armed and attacking those positions.
To defend against these threats the DOD community is evaluating the feasibility of developing a
ground-based airbase and area Protection capability. The ground-based Airbase Protection
System using a directed energy (DE) defeat mechanism would defeat the more robust threats
and protect our forces and aircraft from these threats.
The ground-based Airbase Protection system consists of three interconnected elements:
integrated threat detect, declare and track system, a command and control system (C2), and
the DE defeat mechanism. Currently USAF has decided to use a high-energy laser (HEL) for
the DE kill mechanism.
Characteristics: 2008 tests at Tonopah Test Range against MANPADS and China Lake at a
Black Dart V against numerous UAVs showed that we can detect, track and hold a low-powered
laser on these threats. In 2009 plans are to integrate a HEL capable of defeating the softer
UAVs and Black Dart VI. Progress will be updated as greater laser power capability matures.
Carriage Options: None, this is a ground-based defense system inside the perimeter of the
airbase or area of regard.
Contractor / Status: Numerous contractors have been working this capability and will provide
names once a more mature system goes into testing and demonstration.
AAC/XR, Eglin AFB, FL
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Tactical Relay Mirror System
Capability:
Precision engagement of tactical targets.
Description:
Fundamentally, a relay mirror system is a precision optical system with a receive telescope and
a transmit telescope, integrated with an intervening beam control system. The relay mirror
system accepts a high energy laser beam from a distant laser source and then re-directs the
beam, along a different line of sight, to an intended target. The Tactical Relay Mirror System
concept deploys a relay mirror system suspended from a moderate-altitude aerostat. The laser
source is a ground-based high energy laser system.
A Tactical Airborne Relay Mirror System can be used in a variety of missions, from 24/7 ISR to
attacking time-critical targets. The relay effectively puts the High Energy Laser (HEL) source at
the location of the relay, increasing the laser‟s field of regard, and allowing the high-value HEL
source to be located where it is safer from attack and more easily maintained and re-supplied.
With a cooperative laser beacon onboard the relay platform, high performance adaptive optics
can be used on the uplink to the relay, maximizing the relay throughput. Thus, a tactical
airborne relay extends the range, field of regard, and target set of ground, sea-based, or
airborne HEL sources.
Relays also enhance the self-defense capabilities of HEL sources, from airborne attack, by
providing alternate engagement geometries for the beam and thus enabling high aspect-angle
(“crossing-shot”) engagements with the airborne threats. A relay can reduce the HEL beam
propagation distance through turbulent, high-density air, such as in maritime environments, and
allow high performance adaptive optics to be used on the uplink to the relay. The large transmit
aperture can provide high resolution, persistent ISR, while an onboard low power laser can be
used for active remote sensing, to identify targets through obscurants and camouflage, and to
detect hostile Electro-Optic (EO) targeting systems. A pulsed laser onboard the relay can be
used to form a laser “fence” to detect low observable air vehicles, such as low-flying cruise
missiles, from their wake or hard body returns. Validated hostile EO systems, cruise missiles,
or ground targets could be attacked at optimal times by relaying a HEL beam, damaging or
destroying the target, or holding it (ground targets) in place until conventional munitions can be
employed. Using a relay can also reduce the impact of clouds on HEL weapon access to a
target since the relay (and possibly the source, if it is mobile) can be positioned to avoid
transmission through them. The laser weapon system could also provide significant capability
for long-range target identification in addition to laser tracking and designation for smart
weapons delivery.
Potential targets/applications include the following

- Ballistic targets: Destroy rockets, artillery, and mortars
- Airborne targets: Destroy cruise missiles, UAVs, helicopters, MANPADS
- Ground fixed or mobile targets: Destroy, degrade, or delay ground targets, including
movers.
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Characteristics:
The Tactical Relay Mirror System currently under development is planned with the following
characteristics:
- Platform altitude: 2,500 to 15,000 feet
- Aperture: 30 cm
- Relay platform weight: 2,000 lbs.
- Laser beam pointing accuracy: 3 microradians
- Adaptive optics: uplink only
- Laser source power level: up to 60 kW
- Range: up to 20 km (target and laser source dependent)
- Time on station: up to 2 weeks
Carriage Options:
Moderate-altitude aerostat; UAV
Contractor - The Tactical Relay Mirror System is currently under development through a
contract with The Boeing Company.
Status - Important milestones are integrating laboratory testing in FY09 and low-power
integrated field testing in FY10. If a suitable high-power laser source is available,
high-power field testing and lethality demonstrations could be conducted in FY11.
A concept for mid-term tactical relay mirror spiral development would reduce the weight
of the relay mirror payload so that it could be integrated on a UAV, such as the MQ-9
Reaper. This would increase the employment flexibility and capability because the
relay mirror system could be easily moved to an advantageous position for
engagement in a selected target area.
AAC/XR, Eglin AFB, FL
Tactical Relay Mirror Concept for a UAV-based Tactical

System Concept Relay Mirror System
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: MAX POWER
Capability:
Mobile Counter-IED Prototype.
Description:
MAX POWER is a counter improvised explosive device (IED) prototype using high power
microwaves to neutralize various IEDs. The prototype is integrated onto a palletized loading
system (PLS) and is capable of carrying out its mission while traveling at speeds of up to 50
MPH. The prototype requires two personnel to operate; a driver for the PLS and the operator
of the high power microwave source.
Applications include:
- Convoy Protection Mission
- Route Clearance Mission
- Personnel and Vehicle Checkpoint Screening
Characteristics:
General characteristics include:
- Operation: The operator holds down the fire trigger to have the system repeatedly fire; the
repetition rate is based upon the speed of the vehicle.
- Range: Classified; safe from blast and frag
- Target identification and designation: Visible and IR camera slaved to the bore sight of the
antenna.
Carriage Options:
Currently this technology has only been integrated onto a PLS platform.
Contractor - SAIC (Prime)
Status - Currently finishing integration of the prototype and will begin testing for the Army
Test and Evaluation Command to determine future military utility.
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Nomenclature: MX-20DLI Name: Standoff Intelligence
Detection (SID)
Capability:
Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) laser-imager for nighttime high-resolution imaging.
Description:
The Standoff Intelligence Detection (SID) program has produced a Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR)
laser-imager for nighttime high-resolution imaging. This technology has been incorporated into
an L-3 Wescam MX-20 IR/EO turret ball, now known as the MX-20DLI (Designator/Laser
Imager). This technology is described as Flash Laser Detection and Ranging (LADAR) that
uses a short-pulse laser to flash-light a scene to produce a short-exposure controlled-
illumination intensity image. These images are photographic-like and are displayed as real-time
video. The MX-20DLI contains a Military Specification (MILSPEC) Northrop Grumman laser
and Intevac Complementary metal–oxide–semiconductor (CMOS) sensor. The wavelength
chosen for imaging is “eye-safe” and cannot be seen by any other military sensor such as
Forward Looking Infrared Radar (FLIR) or Night Vision Goggles (NVGs). In addition, the laser
can be used to designate a target while the sensor images the scene. The SWIR laser-imager
is meant to enhance nighttime imaging and complement the passive FLIR sensor with
additional intelligence gathering capability. Applications for this technology include:
- Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR)
- Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED)
- Positive Identification (PID)
- Reconnaissance, Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition (RISTA)
- Detect, Classify, and Positively Identify
- Laser designation
Characteristics:
The current MX-20DLI prototype was designed for installation into a DHC-6 DeHavilland Twin
Otter with a crew of three: turret operator, SWIR operator, and mission lead/communications
officer. This prototype has been successfully flight tested in 2006 and 2007 resulting in over
100 flight hours.
- Sensor Suite: Simultaneous 4-Field of View (FOV) FLIR, 4-FOV SWIR Laser-Imager,
and Wide-FOV Color TV
- Operational Ranges: 10 km laser imaging, 15 km passive imaging, and 10 nm laser
designation
- INTEL Image Quality: National Imagery Interpretability Rating Scale (NIIRS) 5-8
depending on wavelength and range
MX-20DLI Turret MX-20DLI mounted onto DHC-6

DeHavilland Twin Otter
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Carriage Options:
This system was incorporated into a MILSPEC MX-20 so that it could be easily integrated into a
myriad of platforms. The MX-20DLI prototype was designed to operate in a DHC-6 DeHavilland
Twin Otter. There are currently over 250 MX-20s in the DOD inventory on the following
platforms: C-130 and P-3C. In addition, the Army has funded AFRL/DES to purchase two
MX-20DLIs to upgrade their Persistent Threat Detection Systems (PTDS) that are deployed to
Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom OEF. The PTDS consists of a
tethered aerostat with multiple payloads to provide persistent ISR for base defense. For
additional customer base, SID is developing the same capability into an MX-15, which is a
smaller version of the MX-20 that can be fitted onto many more platforms. The DOD inventory
includes more than 600 MX-15s installed on the C-130, MQ-1BPredator, P-3C, and C-12 and is
capable of fitting onto just about any rotary-wing.
Contractor - Textron Systems
Status - Successfully completed MX-20DLI prototype flight tests in 2006 and 2007, verified
to a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 6 by the US Army.
Persistent Threat Detection System with MX-20 payload deployed to OIF.
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Nomenclature: Laser Dazzler Name: Personnel Halting and
Stimulation Response (PHaSR)
Capability:
Hand-held laser dazzler for non-lethal engagements to repel/disrupt aggressive behaviors
Description:
The Personnel Halting and Stimulation Response (PHaSR) defends against ground-based
threats. It is capable of fielded deployment for non-lethal force protection, crowd control, and
access denial at a far greater range than small arms fire and current less-than-lethal options.
The PHaSR uses a laser device to both dazzle and/or cause an effect severe enough to disrupt
hostile actions.
The PHaSR system is the first man-portable laser weapon of its kind. High-efficiency non-lethal
semiconductor and fiber lasers and innovative thermal management technology are keys to this
advanced non-lethal weapon. All materials used in the development and fabrication of the
device are commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) items, significantly reducing overall cost.
Characteristics:
Platform - Self-contained, lightweight, ruggedized
casing attaches to rifle scope rail
Laser range - Beyond small arms range
Laser power - Classified
Weight - Head 8.3 lbs.; Backpack 30 lbs.
Technology Readiness Level 6 (TRL-6)
Carriage Options:
Man-portable backpack
Contractor -
Status - Funding by Joint Non-Lethal Weapons Directorate and National Institute of Justice
- Conducting human effects testing by AFLR Human Effects Directorate
- Integrating range finder into system for laser power safety
- Performing legal review
- Upgrading technology
Technology development: AFRL/RD, Kirtland AFB, NM
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Nomenclature: Laser Dazzler Name: Aircraft
Countermeasures (ACCM)
Capability:
Provide a non-lethal option for engaging potential threats within restrictive rules of engagement
(ROEs) that increase risk to U.S. rescue forces
Description:
The Aircraft Countermeasures (ACCM) system reduces the amount of small arms fire received
by helicopter crews on Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) missions. The goal is to close the
“weapons engagement zone gap” by disrupting the adversary‟s kill-chain prior to hostile actions.
The ACCM uses ocular obstruction of enemy combatants approaching CSAR aircraft. A laser
light disorients and disrupts the aim of ground adversaries firing small arms at an aircraft.
This technology is commonly referred to as a “dazzler.” A nonlethal, coaxial laser works in
conjunction with helicopter gunnery. The aircrew gunner can switch between lethal and
nonlethal options within seconds.
Characteristics:
Power box supplies laser light to two gun mounted lenses through fiber optic cables
Power Box Size - 1„x 1„x 5"
Weight: ~ 30 lbs.
Effective Range - 50m -1km
Target Range - 300m (This is nominal design range but there are measured effects
from 50m-1km)
Carriage Options:
Compact packaging for mobility on ground or airborne platforms using semiconductor laser
technology
Contractor -
Status - Completed vibration testing
- Completed human effects testing
- Technology upgrades include automatic detection of threats through optical
augmentation
Technology development: AFRL/RD, Kirtland AFB, NM
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Advanced Tactical DE
System (ATADS)
Capability:
Aircraft self-protection laser system.
Description:
The Advanced Tactical DE System (ATADS) is a low cost, compact, robust, continuous wave
multi-band semiconductor laser source for jamming infrared missiles. The three band source is
completely self-contained in a 13” diameter by 2” high package that fits directly in the Large
Aircraft Infrared Countermeasure (IRCM) system. Next generation builds are fiber coupled to
allow flexibility in location and in configuration for podded systems. This design will make the
ATADS ideal for a variety of platforms.
Characteristics:
Core laser attributes include:
- Versatility of wavelength
- High average power source
- Good quality of beam
- Continuous wave and pulsed operation
- Highly compact
- Mass producible
- Robust technology
Carriage Options:
Retrofit into existing IRCM systems
Contractor -
Status - In development via a
Cooperative Research and
Development Agreement (CRADA)
Aculight Corp,
The Boeing Company
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Imaging Seeker Countermeasures
Capability:
Aircraft self-protection laser system
Description:
Next generation threats to aircraft will be based on imaging seekers that cannot be jammed with
conventional infrared countermeasure techniques. A pulsed solid-state laser to damage the
seeker missiles‟ focal plane array is the science behind the Imaging Seeker Countermeasure
system. The laser source is in-band to the seeker optics to take advantage of the optical gain
ensuring that sufficient energy is delivered to damage the focal plane array causing the seeker
to lose track of the aircraft.
Characteristics:
Core laser attributes include:
- In-band wavelengths
- High peak power
- Good quality of beam
- Pulsed operation
Carriage Options:
Integrated into next generation IRCM systems for jamming and damage capability
Contractor -
Status - Laser effects testing and modeling and simulation to optimize source parameters
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Proactive Infrared
Countermeasures
Capability:
Aircraft self-protection laser system
Description:
The Combat Missions Infrared Countermeasure (CMIRCM) system will provide proactive
countermeasures to defeat missiles as early in the kill chain as possible. System will
demonstrate end-to-end IRCM concept in a relevant operational environment including:
proactive EO/IR sensor/seeker detection and discrimination; threat handoff to countermeasure
system from both proactive detector and missile warning sensor; active track and closed loop
interrogation to identify threat type; threat location in three dimensions; threat engagement with
layered countermeasures; threat location and ID handoff to targeting system for prosecution by
weapon system. System will be designed for compatibility with fighter/attack platforms
executing operational maneuvers and scenarios.
Characteristics:
Focus on cost, performance, reliability
Low size, weight and power requirement
High reliability, modular, open architecture
Threat adaptive jammer - CLIRCM techniques and power to defeat MANPADS, AAM,
Imaging Seekers
Upgrade path to “PROACTIVE IRCM” threat detection
Carriage Options:
Designed against fighter/attack requirements
Can support Mobility and SOF Aircraft
Contractor -
Status - Commissioned ATD with ACC
AFRL/RY, Wright Patterson AFB
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CHAPTER FOUR
1 June 2009
UNGUIDED MUNITIONS,
BOMBS and PENETRATORS

Nomenclature: BDU-33D/B Name: 25 lb. Practice Bomb
Capability:
Training ordnance to simulate the 500 lb. MK 82 and 2000 lb. MK 84 general purpose, non-
guided bombs in a low drag configuration.
Description:
The BDU-33 is a tear dropped shaped practice bomb that simulates a MK 82 low drag
configuration. It utilizes a spotting charge to display target marking. When the bomb is
released from the aircraft it free falls until impact. Upon impact the bomb drives a firing pin
assembly against a primer activating the signal charge. The resulting flash and puff of smoke
permits visual evaluation of accuracy. The Navy’s bomb configuration with similar function is
the MK 76; however, this bomb has different dimensions than the BDU-33.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZP61A BDU 33 D/B W/MK4 ZP61C BDU 33D/B W/LUGS/MK 4 SPOT
ZP61B BDU 33D/B CXU3/B ZP61D BDU33/W LUG/CXU3/B
Guidance - Ballistic
Class - 25 lb. Practice Bomb
Weight (lbs.) - 25
Length (in.) - 22.90
Carriage Options:
A-10 TER-9 / SUU
B-1B
F-15
F-16
AV-8B
F/A-18A-D
Contractor / Schedule / Improvements / Special Equipment:
Contractor - Del Fasco
Status - Full Rate Production
Management/Engineering: 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: 11A3-3-7 (Bomb); 11A4-4-7 (CXU-3A/B)
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Nomenclature: BDU-38 Name: Practice Bomb
Capability:
Ordnance to train aircrews on delivery by providing a practice shape of the parent weapon
system.
Description:
The BDU-38 consists of a nose section, center section, and aft section. The nose section is a
cylinder of sand-cast iron tapered to a point at the forward end. The center section is a cylinder
rolled and welded aluminum with a cast iron ballast. Suspension lugs are attached to this
section. The aft section consists of the aft section, rear extension, and parachute assembly.
The BDU-38 is used to provide a practice shape like the parent weapon system to train air
crews on delivery.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
Z38AA PRACTICE BOMB BDU-38 (RETARDED) Z38AB PRACTICE BOMB BDU-38 (SLICK)
Class - Practice Bomb
Weight (lbs.) - 715 +/- 15
Length (in.) - 141.642
Carriage Options:
B-2A
B-52H
F-15E
F-16A-D
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: 11A3-8-7
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Nomenclature: BDU-45 Name: Practice Bomb
Capability:
Navy training bomb that simulates a variety of 500 lb. service bomb configurations that can be
used in day and night exercises. It uses a signal cartridge to mark the point of impact.
Description:
The BDU-45 has a slender body made of steel. It has a case 61.38 inches long with a diameter
of 10.75 inches. It has a well in the nose section for a nose fuze and a well in the aft section for
a tail fuze. There are three wells centrally located on the top of the body, two (14 inches apart)
for the suspension lugs, and one for the charging receptacle in the middle of the MK 122 arming
safety switch. The aft portion of the bomb has two receptacles on the side located 180 degrees
apart for installation of two signal cartridges. It is filled with an inert material and is compatible
with proximity, mechanical and electrical fuzing. A B-groove around the aft end of the bomb
body is provided for assembly of either a conical or retarding fin or a laser guidance airfoil
group. The bomb is blue with stenciling on it for identification.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
Weight (lbs.) - 500
Fuze - FMU-139 or M904E4
Signal Cartridges - CXU-3, MK 4, and CXU-4A/B (for day use only)
Carriage Options:
F-18A-F BRU-32
AV-8B BRU-36
P-3C

Contractor - Empty Bomb Assy - General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems formerly
Intercontinental Manufacturing Co., Garland, Texas / Loaded Bomb Assy -
McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, McAlester, OK
Status - Inventory (Navy)

Contractor - Intercontinental Manufacturing Co., Garland, Texas
Management/Engineering: 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT and NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201,

NAS Patuxent River, MD and Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA
4-3 FOUO
Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-40-5, 11-140-10, or 11-5A-32
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Nomenclature: BDU-48 Name: 10 lb. Practice Bomb
Capability:
guided bombs in a high drag configuration. Designed to be carried and dropped from a level
horizontal position on the aircraft.
Description:
The BDU-48 is a thin cased cylindrical shaped practice bomb used to simulate retarded weapon
delivery that utilizes a spotting charge to display target marking. It is composed of a bomb
body, a retractable suspension lug, a firing assembly and box-type conical fins. It utilizes the
MK 4 or CXU-3 signal cartridges as a spotting charge to display target marking. When the
bomb is released from the aircraft it free falls until impact. Upon impact the bomb drives a firing
pin assembly against a primer activating the signal charge. The resulting flash and puff of
smoke permits visual evaluation of accuracy.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZP91B PRACTICE BOMB RETARD, BDU ZP91A PRACTICE BOMB RETARD, BDU
48/CXU3 48/MK 4
Weight (lbs.) - 10
Carriage Options:
AV-8B
F/A-18A-F
Contractor - Currently None, Previously Delfasco Inc., Afton, TN
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT; NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS
Patuxent River, MD and Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA
Technical Order: 11A3-3-7 (Bomb and CXU-3A/B) NAVAIR 11-5A-32
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Capability:
Training ordnance representative in size and weight of an explosive filled bomb to simulate the
500 lb. MK 82 general purpose bomb.
Description:
The BDU-50 is a 500 lb. practice bomb, an inert version of the MK 82. This inert “heavyweight”
bomb is dropped either with a parachute for “High Drag” or “Slick,” which has no drag device.
Delivery of a BDU-50 High Drag Bomb from a low altitude, low dive angle results in the bomb
impacting at or near the target and has very little or no ricochet, due to the aerodynamic effect
of the high drag retard device. However, when the high drag system fails to deploy, the weapon
takes on the characteristics of a low drag weapon and has a significantly increased slant range
to impact (up to 4,000 ft longer under certain conditions). The bomb is manufactured as a
forged configuration and manufactured as a cast ductile iron configuration as well.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZL5CA LGB GBU-12 PW-II BDU-50 F117
BL2CM LGB GBU-12 PW-II FMU139A/B (T)
Weight (lbs.) - 521.00 (+-5)
Carriage Options:
B-1B, B-2A, B-52H, F-15E
Contractor - General Dynamics, Garland, Texas (Forged Config.) and Allied Mechanical
Greenville, Wisconsin (Cast Ductile Iron Config.) / Loaded Bomb Assy -
Status - Inventory
506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT and Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division,
China Lake, CA
Technical Order: 11-A3-4-7
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Capability:
Training ordnance representative in size and weight of an explosive filled bomb to simulate the
2000 lb.MK 84 general purpose bomb.
Description:
The BDU-56 is a 2,000 lb. practice bomb and an inert version of the MK 84. This inert
“heavyweight” bomb is dropped either with a parachute for “High Drag”, or “Slick”, which has no
drag device. Delivery of a BDU-56 High Drag Bomb from a low altitude, low dive angle results
in the bomb impacting at or near the target and has very little or no ricochet, due to the
aerodynamic effect of the high drag retard device. However, when the high drag system fails to
deploy, the weapon takes on the characteristics of a low drag weapon and has a significantly
increased slant range to impact (up to 4,000 ft longer under certain conditions). The bomb is
manufactured as a forged configuration and manufactured as a cast ductile iron configuration
as we.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZL6CA LGB GBU-10 PW-II BDU-56 F117 ZL6BF LGB GBU-10 PW-1 /B BDU-56
ZL6CB LGB GBU-10 PW-II BDU-56 ZL6BE LGB GBU-10 PW-1 A/B BDU-56
ZE65B GBU-15 BDU-56 GPS IR CAP F-15E BG6GB GBU-15 IR/BDU-56/TAC/INERT
BE65B GBU-15 BDU56 GPS IR TAC INRT F15 BG6TA GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT
ZE65A GBU-15 BDU-56 GPS TV CAPT F-15E BG6TB GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT
BE65A GBU-15 BDU56 GPS TV TAC INRT F15 BG6TC GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT
BG6GA GBU-15 IR BDU-56/TAC/INERT BG6TD GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT
Class - 2,000 lb. Practice Bomb
Weight (lbs.) - 2,168.42 (+-15)
Length (in.) - 291.84
Diameter (in.) - 18
Carriage Options:
B-1B, B-2A, B-52H, F-15E
Contractor - General Dynamics, Garland, Texas (Forged Config.) and Allied Mechanical
Greenville, Wisconsin (Cast Ductile Iron Config.) / Loaded Bomb Assy -
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT and Naval Air Warfare Center
Weapons Division, China Lake, CA
Technical Order: 11-A3-4-7
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Nomenclature: BLU-109/B, A/B, B/B and C/B Name: Hard Target
Penetrator Warhead
Capability:
Penetrate bunkers, aircraft (A/C) shelters and concrete structures.
Description:
The BLU-109 is a 2,000 lb. class hard target penetrator warhead. The BLU-109/B and C/B are
used by the Air Force; the BLU-109A/B is the Navy version and the B/B is FMS use only. The
A/B has the BLU-109/B's Tritonal explosive replaced with PBXN-109 (more insensitive to shock
and heat), is fitted with a permanent external hardback, and has an external thermal protective
coating. The B/B is physically the same as the -/B but has PBXN-109 as the explosive. The
BLU-109C/B in an Air Force version that uses AFX-757 explosive and IM hardware (ventplate)
The BLU-109 body is a 25.4 mm (1 in.) thick casing of forged gun-barrel hardened steel. This
body is approximately twice the thickness of the MK 84. It is typically detonated by an FMU-143
series tail fuze. The absence of a nose fuze well (cavity) makes the nose stronger and,
additionally, the weapon’s base plate is reinforced to better protect the fuze from the shock of
impact. The BLU-109 is not used as a stand-alone free fall bomb; it is a warhead for the following
guided bombs and missile: GBU-10, -15, -24, -27 and -31(V)3/B, and AGM-130.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BC91A BLU-109 FMU-143 SZBCA STAMP BLU-109 BOMB
Class - 2,000 lb. Penetrator, Blast/Fragmentation
Warhead (lbs.) - 1950
Explosive (NEW) - 535 lbs. Tritonal (BLU-109/B); 524 lbs. PBXN-109 (BLU-109A/B, B/B);
600 lbs. AFX-757, IM hardware (ventplate) (BLU-109C/B)
Fuze - FMU-143 Series
Contractor - Empty Bomb Assy - Ellwood National Forge Company / Loaded Bomb Assy -
Status - Inventory/Production
Management/Engineering: 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT; NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS
Patuxent River, MD; and Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA
Technical Order: 11A1-11-7, NAVAIR 11-5A-32
BLU-109A/B BLU-109/B
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Nomenclature: BLU-110/B, A/B , B/B, Name: General
and C/B Purpose (GP) Bomb
Capability:
Attack soft fragment sensitive targets, troops, POL, radars, and aircraft in the open.
Description:
The BLU-110 General Purpose Bomb is identical to the MK 83 MOD 5 bomb, with the exception
of the explosive filler. It is used by the Navy and Air Force. The Navy version is thermally-
protected to extend the cook-off times and has three yellow bands on the bomb. The Air Force
version has only one yellow band. This bomb has a slender body made of steel with a well in
the nose section for a proximity sensor, mechanical fuze and adapter booster, or a penetrating
nose plug; and a well in the aft section for a tail electric fuze. It is compatible with proximity
sensor, mechanical, and electrical or electronic fuzes. It uses either a conical or retarding fin, or
laser/GPS guidance airfoil kit, or a mine kit. The BLU-110B/B (Air Force) and C/B (Navy) have
vented base plates for better IM reaction.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
Control - Low and High Drag Fins; Airfoil Groups (Laser Guided Bombs)
Class - 1,000 lb. General Purpose Bomb
Body with Casing Bomb with Fin (ME-83) Bomb with Retarded Fin (BSU-85)
Weight (lbs.) - 903 905 995
Length (in.) - 72.47 114.07 110.25
Warhead (lbs.) - 1,000 lb. Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - 385 lbs. PBXN-109
Fuze - FMU-139; M904E4 with thermally-protected adapter-booster M148E1
Sensor - DSU-33
Stabilizer - MK83 CFA/BSU-85
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/Rack: Multiple
AV-8A (14 in. Lug Spacing)
F/A-18A-F
A-10
F-15E
F-16A-D

Contractor - Empty Bomb Assy - General Dynamics, Garland, Texas / Loaded Bomb Assy -
Status - Inventory (Navy, A/B Config. and AF, /B Config.) / Future Inventory (Navy, C/B
Config. and AF, B/B Config.)
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506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT and NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS Patuxent River, MD and
Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA
Technical Order: 11A1-6-7 / NAVAIR 11-5A-17, 11-140-5, 11-5A-32
BLU-110 Typical Configuration (Navy),

Air Force version has only 1 yellow band
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Nomenclature: BLU-111/B, A/B, Name: General Purpose
B/B, and C/B (GP) Bomb
Capability:
Description:
The BLU-111 General Purpose Bomb is identical to MK 82 MOD 2 bomb, with the exception of
the explosive filler. This bomb has a slender body made of steel with a well in the nose section
for a proximity sensor, mechanical fuze and adapter booster, or a penetrating nose plug; and a
well in the aft section for a tail electric fuze. It is compatible with proximity sensor, mechanical,
and electrical or electronic fuzes. It uses either a conical, non-retard, or retarding fin, or
laser/GPS guidance airfoil kit, or a mine kit. The BLU-111B/B (Air Force) and C/B (Navy) have
vented base plates for better IM reaction. The Navy BLU-111 bomb bodies have a thermal
protective coating applied to the surface to extend the cook-off times. The Air Force version will
not be thermally coated. The BLU-111/B nomenclature was originally established for the Air
Force but has not been procured or used.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
Class - 500 lb. General Purpose Bomb
Body with Casing Bomb with Fin (BSU-33, MAU-93) Bomb with Retarded Fin (BSU-86)
Weight (lbs.) - 460 485 530
Length (in.) - 60.57 85.30 91.30
Fin span (in.) - N/A 15.06 18.5 (BSU-86)
Warhead (lbs.) - 500 lb. Blast/Fragmentation
Fuze - MU-139; M904E4 with thermally-protected adapter-booster M148E1
Sensor - DSU-33
Stabilizer - BSU-33 Conical fin, BSU-49 Retard Fin, BSU-86 Retard Fin
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/Rack: (14 in. Lug Spacing)
AV-8A
F/A-18A-F
P-3C

Status - Inventory/Production (Navy, A/B Config., Future C/B Config.), Future Inventory
RY10 (AF, /B and B/B Config.)
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NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS Patuxent River, MD and Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons
Division, China Lake, CA
Technical Order: 11A1-6-7 / NAVAIR 11-5A-17, 11-140-5, 11-5A-32
BLU-111A/B Typical Navy Configuration
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Nomenclature: BLU-113A/B Name: Desert Storm Special
Penetrator Warhead
Capability:
Penetration weapon used for deeply buried and hardened targets.
Description:
The BLU-113A/B is a 5,000 pound class penetrator. The case is made from HP9420 alloy steel
to provide target penetration capabilities. The bomb body is loaded with 80/20 (TNT/aluminum)
tritonal explosives and utilizes a single fuze. The BLU-113A/B is not used as a stand-alone free
fall bomb. It is a warhead used in the GBU-28A/B, B/B.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - See Chapter 5
Class - 5000 lb. Penetrator, Blast/Fragmentation
Length (in.) - 1 53.0
Explosive - 625 lbs. Tritonal
Fuze - FMU-143 Series and FMU-152

Contractor - Lockheed (BLU-113/B), Ellwood National Forge (BLU-113A/B)
Status - Inventory/Production
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Nomenclature: BLU-116A/B Name: Special Purpose Bomb
Capability:
Description:
The BLU-116A/B is a Navy 2000 lb. class Special Purpose Bomb consists of an explosive filled
hardened steel penetrating case surrounded by an aerodynamic airframe, fuze well, and
associated hardware. It has the same external profile as the BLU-109A/B minus the thermal
coating with similar mass properties. The explosive fill is a minimum of 115 lbs. of PBXN-109.
The weight of the bomb is 1869 + 46 lbs. The bomb consists of two major subassemblies, the
airframe subassembly and the penetrator subassembly. The airframe subassembly is
comprised of the airframe tube, the airframe nose, forward and aft pallet supports, and the lug
adapter subassembly, which interfaces the bomb case to the lug sleeve for the GBU-24 and
react to the swaybrace loads. The penetrator case subassembly consists of the case, the fuzed
well and the fuze retaining ring. The BLU-116A.B has a shelf life of 20 years and a service life
of 10 years. An inert filled bomb body is available for training purposes. The bomb is identified
by blue color code banding vice yellow and the presence of filler “E” markings.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - N/A
Control - Airfoil Groups (Laser Guided Bombs)
Class - 2,000 lb. Special Purpose Bomb
Body with Casing
Weight (lbs.) - 1869 + 46
Length (in.) - 95
Fin span (ins.) - N/A
Warhead (lbs.) - 2,000 lb. Penetrator
Sensor - DSU-33
Stabilizer - MK84 Conical
Designation Warhead GCU Airfoil Group Fuze User
GBU-24G/B BLU-116A/B WGU-39A/B BSU-84B/B FMU-143 Series USN
Carriage Options:
F/A-18A-F (30 in. Lug Spacing)

Contractor - Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA, and MCAAP
4-14 FOUO
Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-5A-17
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Nomenclature: BLU-117/B, A/B, Name: General Purpose (GP)
B/B, and C/B Bomb
Capability:
Description:
The BLU-117 General Purpose Bomb is identical to the 2,000 pound class MK 84 MOD6 bomb,
with the exception of the explosive filler. It is in the Navy inventory now and expected to be
added to the AF inventory in FY10. The Navy version is thermally-protected. This bomb has a
slender body made of steel with a well in the nose section for a proximity sensor, mechanical
fuze and adapter booster, or a penetrating nose plug, and a well in the aft section for a tail
electric fuze. It is compatible with proximity sensor and mechanical/electrical/electronic fuzes.
It uses a conical fin, or laser/GPS guidance airfoil kit, or a mine kit. The BLU-117C/B
(Thermally Protected) or BLU-117B/B (Non- Thermally Protected) has a vented base plate for
better IM reaction. The Navy bomb bodies have a thermal protective coating applied to the
surface to extend the cook-off times. The interior of the bomb houses the forward and rear
charging tubes and the explosive filler PBXN-109 in BLU-117A/B or AFX-795 in BLU-117C/B
and BLU-117B/B. The BLU-117/B nomenclature was originally established for the Air Force but
has not been procured or used.
Characteristics:
Body with Casing Bomb with Conical Fins (MK84)
Weight (lbs.) - 1880 2025
Length (in.) - 97.34 145.18
Fin span (ins.) - N/A 25.31
Warhead (lbs.) - 2,000 Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - 930 lbs. (PBXN-109 in BLU-117A/B or AFX-795 in BLU-117B/B and
BLU-117C/B)
Fuze - FMU-139; M904E4 with thermally-protected adapter-booster M148E1
Sensor - DSU-33
Stabilizer - MK84 Conical, BSU-50 Retarder
Carriage Options:
F/A-18A-F (30 in. Lug Spacing)

McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, McAlester, OK (MCAAP)
Status - Inventory (Navy, A/B Current, C/B Future), Future Inventory (AF, B/B
Configuration)
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Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-5A-17, 11-140-5, 11-5A-32
BLU-117 Typical Navy Configuration
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Nomenclature: BLU-119/B Name: CrashPAD
Capability:
Defeat Fixed Soft/Semi-Hardened Chem Bio Targets.
Description:
The BLU-119/B is designed to defeat fixed semi-hardened Chem Bio targets. It is a 2,000
pound Class Bomb based upon the MK 84 bomb body with a unique explosive fill. The bomb
body is loaded with explosives to provide fragmentation and white phosphorus to provide
dispersion and create an intense fire when the bomb explodes to neutralize aerosolized agent.
The name CrashPAD refers to the Prompt Agent Defeat (PAD) system first created under a
crash program. The BLU-119/B is not used as a stand-alone free fall bomb. It is a warhead
used in the GBU-31(v)5/B.
Characteristics:
Class - 2,000 lb. General Purpose Bomb, Blast/Fragmentation
Length (warhead only) (in.) - 98.76
Warhead (lbs.) - 2,000 - Modified MK 84 Blast/Fragmentation with PBXN-109 HE
(170 lbs.) and three canisters of White Phosphorus (420 lbs.)
Fuze - FMU-139, FMU-152

Contractor - ATK
Status - Inventory
BLU-119/B
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Nomenclature: BLU-121A/B Name: Enhanced Blast Weapon
Capability:
Functional Defeat of Hard and Deeply Buried Targets (HDBT) focused on Tunnels.
Description:
The BLU-121A/B is a 2,000 lb. class warhead similar to the MK 84 with a high-strength steel
bomb case and filled with an enhanced energetic explosive (AFX-757). The bomb was initially
designed as a tunnel defeat weapon, entering tunnel openings, detonating and propagating
overpressures down the tunnel. However, the warhead design is based on MK 84 and should
be physically interoperable with any MK 84 compatible guidance kit. The aft closure plate and
the nose guidance kit interface are similar to the BLU-109 warhead. The BLU-121A/B is not
used as a stand-alone free fall bomb. It is a warhead used in the GBU-15XXX.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Warhead only - currently used with EGBU-15 software (v. 6.4 or later)
modified for low angle delivery (LAD)
Class - 2,000 lb. Blast/Fragmentation
Length (in.) - 98.5
Diameter (in.) - 18
Explosive (NEW) - 978 lb. AFX-757
Fuze - FMU-143N/B
Carriage Options:

Contractor - Air Armament Center
Status - Limited Inventory
Development - DTRA/CXSH, Ft Belvoir, VA
- 685 ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL
Sustainment - 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT
BLU-121A/B
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Nomenclature: BLU-122/B Name: Hard Target Munition
Penetrator Warhead
Capability:
Penetrate Hard and Deeply Buried Targets (HDBT).
Description:
The BLU-122 is a 5,000 pound class penetrator. The case is made from Eglin Steel (ES-1) to
provide deeper target penetration capabilities and survivability over the BLU-113. The bomb
body is loaded with AFX-757 explosive and utilizes an auxiliary booster explosive, PBXN-110.
The BLU-122 improves upon the BLU-113 in terms of penetration, survivability, lethality,
explosive insensitivity (IM), and targets held at risk. The BLU-122/B is not used as a stand-
alone free fall bomb. It is a warhead used in the GBU-28C/B.
Characteristics:
Class - 5,000 lb. Penetrator, Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive - 781 lbs. AFX-757 and PBXN-110 booster
Fuze - FMU-143 and FMU-152

Contractor - General Dynamics-OTS, Niceville, Florida
Status - Production
BLU-122/B
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Nomenclature: BLU-126/B Name: Low-Collateral
Damage (LoCo) Bomb
Capability:
Attack soft fragment sensitive targets, troops, POL, radars, and aircraft in the open with reduced
collateral damage.
Description:
The Navy thermally-protected BLU-126/B is identical to the BLU-111A/B with the exception of the
amount of PBXN-109 explosive filler. The aft end of the bomb is filled with approximately 27
pounds of PBXN-109; the remainder of the bomb is filled with PBXN-109 inert stimulant.
The BLU-126/B Bomb is identical to the MK 82 MOD 2 bomb, with the exception of the
explosive filler. This bomb has a slender body made of steel with a well in the nose section for
a proximity sensor, mechanical fuze and adapter booster, or a penetrating nose plug, and a well
in the aft section for a tail electric fuze. It is compatible with proximity sensor, mechanical, and
electrical or electronic fuzes. It uses either a conical, non-retard, or retarding fin, or laser/GPS
guidance airfoil kit, or a mine kit. The bomb bodies have a thermal protective coating applied to
the surface to extend the cook-off times. The BLU-126/B is in both the Navy and AF
inventories.
Characteristics:
Control - Airfoil Groups (Laser Guided Bombs) JDAM KMU-572
Class - 500 lb. General Purpose Bomb
Body with Casing
Weight (lbs.) - 460
Warhead (lbs.) - 500 Blast/Fragmentation
Fuze - FMU-139
Sensor - None
Stabilizer - 500 lb. Guidance Kits
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/Rack: (14 in. Lug Spacing)
AV-8A
F/A-18A-D

McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, McAlester, OK (MCAAP)
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Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-5A-17, 11-140-5, 11-5A-32
BLU-126/B (LoCo Bomb)
PBXN-109
Inert Felt Pad/Air

Gap
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Nomenclature: M117 Name: 750 lb. GP Bomb
Capability:
Description:
The M117 is a 750 pound class bomb used primarily in the same way as a MK 82 and was
designed primarily for the B-52 to allow more weapons to be carried inside the aircraft.
The M117R w/retard is the high drag variant of the original M117 and uses the MAU-91
retarding tail fin.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZR74H M117 AIR B-52 BC71R M117C DSU-33A/B FMU139

ZC74B M117 CONICAL B-52 BC71S M117C DSU33B/B FMU139
BC77B M117 W/FMU-139A/B (T) B-2 BC71P M117C FMU-113/M905
BC77A M117 W/M904/905 B-2 BC74C M117C FMU-113/M905 B-52
BR74J M117/MAU-91 FMU-139 (T) B-52 BC74B M117C MAU-103 904/905 B-52-INTER
BR71J M117/MAU-91 FMU139A/B(T) BC74G M117C/FMU-113/M905 B-52
BR77A M117/MAU-91 W/FMU-139A/B (T) B-2 BR74I M117R/BSU-93 FMU-139 T B-52
BC71A M117C 113 NS BR74Q M117R/BSU-93 FMU139 TL B52
BC74D M117C 904 NS B-52 INT BR74S M117R/BSU-93 M904 B52
BC71F M117C 904/905 ZR71H M117R/BSU93B/FMU139
BC74F M117C 904/905 B-52 INT BR71E M117R/MAU-91 M904 NS
BC71D M117C FMU 139A/B (T) BR74G M117R/MAU-91 M904 NS B52
ZC71B M117C 113 NS ZR74E M117R/MAU91 904 54/B N/T B52
ZC74A M117C 904/905 N/T B52 BC71B BMB GP M117A2 FMU 139A/B (N)
Class - 750 lb. Blast/Fragmentation
Weight (lbs.) - 737
Length (in.) - 51.5
Diameter (in.) - 16 (22 w/fin installed)
Explosive - 386 lbs. Tritonal, 383 lbs. Minol II
Fuze - Mechanical or Electrical
Stabilizer - Fins, M131 or MAU-103 (Conical); MAU-91 or BSU-93/B (Retard)
Carriage Options:
A-10 (14 in. Lug Spacing)
B-52H

Contractor - Pacific Missile Test Center, China Lake, CA
Status - Inventory
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M117
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Nomenclature: M129/MJU-1 Name: Leaflet / Chaff Bomb
Capability:
Dispense leaflets behind enemy lines.
Description:
The M129 Leaflet Bomb is a fiberglass reinforced container split longitudinally into two sections
and held together by four latch assemblies on each side. When joined, the halves form a
cylindrical body with an oval shaped nose. When the bomb is released from the aircraft the
fuze is armed permitting the timing mechanism to start. The fuze functions at a preset time
detonating an adapter booster which initiates detonating cord. The detonating cord separates
the two bomb halves dispersing the load (leaflets).
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
L29AH M129 LEAFLET 107/B SZVMA M129 LEAFLET BOMB

L29AF M129 LEAFLET M909 ZLBAB M129 LEAFLET M339
L29AG M129 LEAFLET MK339
Class - 200 lb. Canister
Weight (lbs.) - 92 empty, 203 full (depends on paper weight)
Diameter (in.) - 16.00 (22.00 w/fin installed)
Payload (lbs.) - 110 paper rolls or chaff bundles
Explosive - Fuze booster ignited detonating cord which cuts canister
Fuze - Timer: FMU-107, M909, Mk 339
Stabilizer - Fins, M148
Carriage Options:
A-10 Multiple (14 in. Lug Spacing)
B-52H
F-15E
F-16A-D

Contractor - TBD
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: 11A1-2-7/TO 1-1M-34
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M129/MJU-1
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Nomenclature: MK 56 Name: Moored Mine
Capability:
Aircraft laid; underwater mine is used against high-speed and deep-operating submarines.
Description: The MK 56 Moored Anti-Ship Warfare (ASW) mine (the oldest still in use) was
developed in 1966. The MK 56, a 2000-pound aircraft-laid moored mine containing an
explosive charge of 360 lbs. of HBX-3, designed specifically for effectiveness against high-
speed and deep-operating submarines. Consisting of a nonmagnetic stainless-steel case and a
cast-steel anchor, the Mk 56 is equipped with flight gear for launching from aircraft. When laid,
the mine sinks to the bottom where case and anchor separation take place. Should the mine
become embedded in bottom sediment before case/anchor separation and mooring take place,
a slow burning propellant in the anchor is ignited which frees the mine from any mud it may be
buried in. As the case raises, a hydrostat, which clamps to an 18-foot loose bight in the
mooring cable, senses the preset mooring depth and falls free to release the loose bight, thus
permitting the tension on the cable to relax and cause a pawling mechanism in the anchor to
lock and stop further cable payout. Should the mooring mechanism allow the mine to rise to a
depth which is too shallow, the case will scuttle. This feature reduces the possibility of
compromise and eliminates a navigational hazard. Scuttling will also occur on sterilization or if
the mooring cable breaks.
Characteristics:
Diameter (in) - 22.4
Warhead - 360 lbs. HBX-3
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher: 30 inch lugs (no lanyard)
F/A-18A-D
P-3C
Contractor -
NAVSEA PMS-495, Washington Navy Yard
Technical Order:
MK 56 Moored Anti-Ship Warfare (ASW) Mine
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Nomenclature: MK 58 MOD 1 Name: Marine Location Marker
Capability:
Mark locations on the ocean for tactical purposes.
Description: MK 58 MOD 1 Marine Location Marker is designed for day or night use in any
condition calling for long-burning, smoke and flame reference-point marking on the ocean's
surface. In addition to being used for antisubmarine warfare, it is used for search-and-rescue
operations, man-overboard markings, and as a target for practice bombing at sea. The marker
produces a yellow flame and white smoke for a minimum of 40 minutes and a maximum of 60
minutes. It is visible for at least 3 miles under normal operating conditions. The MK 58 MOD 1
marine location marker consists of a cylindrical tin can. The can contains two pyrotechnic
candles of a red phosphorus composition. The ignition end of the marker has three holes-two
for smoke and flame emission and one for water to enter the MK 72 MOD 1 seawater-activated
battery. Adhesive foil disks hermetically seal the two emission holes. A reinforced adhesive foil
strip with a rectangular pull ring hermetically seals the battery cavity hole. The adhesive foil
seals are protected during handling and shipping by a replaceable polyethylene protective
cover. When the marker is released from the bomb rack, the arming wire retains the pull ring
and removes the foil strip covering the battery's cavity. When submerged, the Mk 72 MOD 1
battery is activated by seawater. Current from the battery initiates a MK 13 electric squib, which
ignites the starter composition of the first pyrotechnic candle. The composition ignites the
starter pellet, which, in turn, ignites the first candle. When the first candle is nearly burned out,
its heat ignites the transfer time fuze, which carries ignition to the second candle starter
composition. This starter composition initiates the second pyrotechnic candle.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 11+0.5
Length (in.) - 21.7
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
F/A-18A-D IMER/ITER
AV-8B

Contractor - Kilgore Flares
Status - Inventory/Production (Navy)
PMA-242 / NSWC Crane
Technical Order:
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MK 58 MOD 1 Marine Location Marker
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Nomenclature: MK 62 Name: Quick Strike Mine
Capability: Primarily used against surface targets in shallow water.
Description:
The MK-62 underwater mine is an aircraft laid, influence -actuated bottom mine which is used
against surface targets in shallow water.
The MK62 is a conversion of General Purpose Bomb Bodies MK 82 or BLU-111, which is a 500
pound weapon. All mines have the capability of making arming-delay, sterilization, self-
destruct, and other operational settings. The newest Quick Strike mines are programmable and
modular, allowing them to be updated to keep abreast of emerging threat targets. Ongoing
Quick Strike work includes the development of new Target Detecting Devices (TDDs) and target
processing algorithms. TDDs control the actuation of explosives in underwater mines. Design
expertise centers on the three major areas of TDD development: (1) target influence sensors,
(2) sensor signal processing and target logic, and (3) timing and control logic. These major
areas include those functions necessary to control the weapon, such as trajectory, arming, and
end-of-life functions. A representative sample of state-of-the-art target influence sensor
technologies currently under development includes: (1) advanced signal processing techniques
applied to sensor outputs to determine if a valid target is present, or if the detected influence
signal(s) is being generated by a countermeasure device; and (2) state-of-the-art, low power,
microprocessor and gate array technologies employed for timing and control functions.
Characteristics:
Guidance - None
Weight (lbs.) - 576
Length (in.) - 89
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
B1B, B-52H, F/A-18A-D, P-3C
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
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Capability: Aircraft laid; underwater mine is used against logistic/landing craft, amphibious
vessels, and patrol craft.
Description:
The MK63 is an aircraft-laid bottom mines for use against submarines and surface targets. The
MK-63 is an influence -actuated bottom mine which is used against logistic/landing craft,
amphibious vessels, and patrol craft. The MK63 is a conversion of General Purpose Bomb
Bodies MK 83 or BLU-111, which is a 1000 pound weapon. All mines have the capability of
making arming-delay, sterilization, self-destruct, and other operational settings. The newest
Quick Strike mines are programmable and modular, allowing them to be updated to keep
abreast of emerging threat targets. Ongoing Quick Strike work includes the development of
new Target Detecting Devices (TDDs) and target processing algorithms. TDDs control the
actuation of explosives in underwater mines. Design expertise centers on the three major areas
of TDD development: (1) target influence sensors, (2) sensor signal processing and target logic,
and (3) timing and control logic. These major areas include those functions necessary to
control the weapon, such as trajectory, arming, and end-of-life functions. A representative
sample of state-of-the-art target influence sensor technologies currently under development
includes: (1) advanced signal processing techniques applied to sensor outputs to determine if a
valid target is present, or if the detected influence signal(s) is being generated by a
countermeasure device; and (2) state-of-the-art, low power, microprocessor and gate array
technologies employed for timing and control functions.
Characteristics:
Guidance - None
Length (in.) - 113
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
F/A-18A-D, B-52H, P-3C
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
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Capability: Aircraft laid; underwater mine is used against logistic/landing craft, amphibious
vessels, and patrol craft.
Description:
The MK 65 is an aircraft-laid bottom mine for use against submarines and surface targets. The
MK-65 is an influence-actuated bottom mine which is used against logistic /landing craft,
amphibious vessels, and patrol craft. The Mk 65 is a 2000-pound weapon, employing a
distinctively different, new concept, thin-walled, mine-type case, as opposed to the thick-walled
bomb-type case of the Mk 62 and 63. Older Quick Strike versions (MK62 and MK63) were
converted streamlined bombs of the 500 lb. and 1000 lb. sizes. Other differences in the Mk 65
include a special arming device, a nose fairing, and a tail section adaptable to parachute option.
All mines have the capability of making arming-delay, sterilization, self-destruct, and other
operational settings. The newest QUICKSTRIKE mines are programmable and modular,
allowing them to be updated to keep abreast of emerging threat targets. Ongoing
QUICKSTRIKE work includes the development of new Target Detecting Devices (TDDs) and
target processing algorithms. TDDs control the actuation of explosives in underwater mines.
Design expertise centers around the three major areas of TDD development: (1) target
influence sensors, (2) sensor signal processing and target logic, and (3) timing and control logic.
These major areas include those functions necessary to control the weapon, such as trajectory,
arming, and end-of-life functions. A representative sample of state-of-the-art target influence
sensor technologies currently under development includes: (1) advanced signal processing
techniques applied to sensor outputs to determine if a valid target is present, or if the detected
influence signal(s) is being generated by a countermeasure device; and (2) state-of-the-art, low
power, microprocessor and gate array technologies employed for timing and control functions.
Characteristics:
Guidance - None
Length (in.) - 128
Diameter (in.) - 29
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
B-1B, F/A-18A-D, B-52H, P-3C
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
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Nomenclature: MK 76 MOD 5 Name: 25 lb. Practice Bomb
Capability:
Training bomb that simulates the MK 82 bomb in a low drag configuration.
Description:
The MK 76 is a tear dropped shaped practice bomb that simulates a MK 82 low drag
configuration used by the Navy. It is similar to the AF BDU-33. The MK 76 is a 25 lb. sub-
caliber Practice Bomb with a tear drop shaped cast metal body and sheet metal fins. It utilizes
the MK 14 suspension lug for suspension on the bomb racks. It also utilizes the MK 4 or CXU-3
signal cartridges as a spotting charge to display target marking. When the bomb is released
from the aircraft it free falls until impact. Upon impact the bomb drives a firing pin assembly
against a primer activating the signal charge. The resulting flash and puff of smoke permits
visual evaluation of accuracy.
Characteristics:
NSN: 1325-01-071-2561
NALC: E973
P/N: 2193779
Weight (lbs.) - 25
Carriage Options:
AV-8B ITER BRU-42, IMER BRU-41,
F/A-18A-F Practice Multiple Bomb Rack (PMBR),
Contractor - Del Fasco Inc., Afton, TN
Status - Full Rate Production
Management/Engineering: NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201; NAS Patuxent River, MD; and
NAWCWD, China Lake, CA
Technical Manuals: NAVAIR 11-140-5, NAVAIR 11-5A-32
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Nomenclature: MK 77 MOD 5, 6 Name: Fire Bomb
Capability:
Defeat dug-in troops, supply installations, wooden structures, and land convoys.
Description: The MK 77 MOD 5, 6 Fire Bomb is a thin skinned container of that ruptures on
impact and spreads burning fuel gel on surrounding objects. MK 13 Mod 0 igniters are used to
ignite the fuel gel mixture upon impact. The Mk-77 is the only fire bomb still in service. The MK
77 is 750-lb.incendiary bomb carrying 110 U.S. gallons of a fuel gel mix which is the direct
successor to napalm. The MK-77 is the primary incendiary weapon currently in use by the
United States military. Instead of the gasoline and the benzene fuel used in napalm, the
MK-77 uses kerosene-based fuel, which has a lower concentration of benzene. The MK-77
has less impact on the environment than napalm. The mixture reportedly also contains an
oxidizing agent, making it more difficult to put out once ignited. MK 77 MOD 6 casing was
redesigned without the arming wire guides (no longer used) for economical production.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 520 (filled)
Length (in.) - 81.2
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
AV-8B 14 in. lugs (no lanyard)
F/A-18A-D
Management/Engineering: PMA-201, Patuxent River, MD
Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-140-5
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Nomenclature: MK 81 Name: 250 lb. GP Bomb
Capability:
Description:
MK 81 GP BOMB: The MK 81 is designed for soft, fragment sensitive targets such as troops,
POL, and radars. This bomb is relatively thin cased with a slender body design for improved
ballistics. Approximately 40 percent of assembled weight of bomb is an explosive charge. This
weapon is not intended for hard targets or penetrations.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZC11H MK81/CONICAL FIN BC14A MK81C 904/905 N/T B52
BC11E MK81C 905 T ZC14A MK81C 904/905 N/T B52
BC11D MK81C 113 NS BC11H MK81C DSU33A/B FMU139
BC11C MK81C 904 NS BC11K MK81C DSU-33B/B FMU-139
BC11B MK81C 904/905 N/T
Class - 250 lb. General Purpose Bomb, Blast/Fragmentation
MK 81 Low Drag
- Weight (lbs.) - 250 +/- 5%
- Length (in.) - 49.30
Explosive (NEW) - 100lbs Tritonal, or H-6
Fuze - Variety for nose and tail.
Stabilizer - Conical Fin
Carriage Options:
A-10 Multiple (14 in. Lug Spacing)
F-16A-D
Contractor - Nad Crane
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, and NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS
Patuxent River, MD and Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA
MK 81
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Nomenclature: MK 82 Name: 500 lb. GP Bomb
Capability:
Description:
The MK 82 is designed for soft, fragment sensitive targets such as troops, POL, and radars.
The Air Force is the primary user. This weapon is not intended for hard targets or penetrations.
The targets will include troops, aircraft in the open, etc.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BC27D MK82 DSU33B/B FMU139 B-2 ZBE1D MK82R (I)/MK15 904/54AB N/T
BC27A MK82 FMU-139 B-2 BR21X MK82R DSU33A/B FMU139
BC27C MK82 W/DSU-33A/B FMU139 B-2 BR26C MK82R DSU33A/B FMU139 B-1
BC27B MK82 W/M904/905 B-2 BR21Y MK82R DSU33B/B FMU139
BR27A MK82/BSU-49 FMU-139 B-2 BR26D MK82R DSU33B/B FMU139 B-1
BR21W MK82/BSU-49 FMU139A/B (T) ZRE1E MK82R(I) BSU-49 M904 NS
BR24G MK82/BSU-49 FMU139A/B TL B52 INT ZBE4A MK82R(I)/MK15 54/B TL B-52 INTER
BR27B MK82/BSU-49 W/FMU-113 (N) B-2 BR26A MK82R/BSU-49 139 TL B-1
BR26B MK82/BSU-49 W/FMU-139 (N) B-1 BR21A MK82R/BSU-49 904 NS
BC24B MK82C 904/905 B-52 BR21B MK82R/BSU-49 905 T
BC24A MK82C 904/905 B-52 BR24E MK82R/BSU-49 904 NS B52-INTERNAL
BC21L MK82C 113 NS BR24K MK82R/BSU-49 904/905 B52-INTERNA
BC21H MK82C 904/905 N/T BR21L MK82R/BSU-49 904/905 N/T
BC21B MK82C 113/905 BR24J MK82R/BSU-49 905 TL B52-INTERNAL
BC21I MK82C 26/26 BR21E MK82R/BSU-49 M904 NS FMU-139 T
ZCE1F MK82C (I) 904 NS BB23D MK82R/MK15 M904 A10
ZCE1J MK82C (I) FMU139 TL BB25G MK82R/MK15 139A/B T F-15E
ZCE1C MK82C DSU33/FMU139 N/T BB24G MK82R/MK15 904 NS B52-INTERNAL
BC21T MK82C DSU33A/B FMU139 BB23L MK82R/MK15 FMU-139 A/B A10
BC21V MK82C DSU33B/B FMU139 BB21R MK82R/MK15 FMU139A/B (T)
BC21P MK82C FMU 139A/B (T) BB24H MK82R/MK15 FMU139A/B B-52-INTER
ZCE1B MK82C FMU-113/M905 N/T BB21K MK82R/MK15 M904
BC21S MK82C FMU139A/B (N) BB25F MK82R/MK15 M904 NS F-15E
ZCE1E MK82C(I) 904/905 N/T PR21A PREPO ISO MK82 HD W/FMU-139 T
ZCE4A MK82C(I) 904/905 N/T B-52 PR21B PREPO ISO MK82 HD W/M904/M905 NT
ZRE1L MK82R FMU-139 SZBDA STAMP MK82 AIR KIT
ZBE4E MK82R (I) / MK15 FMU139 B-52 INT SZBAA STAMP MK82 BOMB
ZRE4H MK82R (I) BSU-49 FMU-139 B52 SZBFA STAMP MK82 LOW DRAG KIT
ZRE1G MK82R (I) BSU49 904/905 N/T SZVGB STAMP B-1/B MK82 HIGH DRAG KIT
ZBE1A MK82R (I)/MK15 54A/B TL
Class - 500 lb. General Purpose Bomb, Blast/Fragmentation
MK82 AIR MK82 Snakeye I Mdl 0, 1
Weight-Full (lbs.) - 533.10 +/- 0.5% Weight-Full (lbs.) - 550.0 +/- 0.5%
cg (x) 8.95 in +/- 0.5% cg (x) 9.30 in +/- 0.5%
cg (y) -0.06 in +/- 0.5% cg (y) unk +/- 0.5%
cg (z) -0.06 in +/- 0.5% cg (z) unk +/- 0.5%
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Length (in.) - 85.86 Length (in.) - 85.50
Length with nose fuze (in.) - 89.66 Diameter (in.) - 10.80
Length with nose plug (in.) - 91.16 Inertia (pitch) 2.10 +/- 10%
Diameter (in.) - 10.80 Inertia (roll) 48.00 +/- 10%
Inertia (yaw) 48.00 +/- 10%
Inertia (pitch) 1.50 +/- 10%
Inertia (pitch) wings deployed 53.0 +/- 10%
Inertia (roll) 49.93 +/- 10%
Inertia (roll) wings deployed unk +/- 10%
Inertia (yaw) 49.89 +/- 10%
Inertia (roll) wings deployed 53.0 +/- 10%
Drawings - 1380543
MK82 LDGP Mdl 0, 1 MK82 (BSU-49B)
Weight-Full (lbs.) - 502.0 +/- .5% Weight-Full (lbs.) - NGT 70
cg (x) 6.48 in. +/- .5% cg (x) 7.0 in +/- 2.0 in aft of forward lug
cg (y) -.04 in. +/- .5% prior to deployment
cg (z) -.06 in. +/- .5% cg (y) unk +/- 0.5%
Length (in.) - 89.44 cg (z) unk +/- 0.5%
Length with M904 fuze (in.) -93.24 Length (m) - 0.66
Diameter (in.) - 10.80 Diameter (mm) – 222
Inertia (pitch) unk +/- 10%
Inertia (roll) 38.17 +/- 10%
Inertia (yaw) 38.22 +/- 10%
Drawings - 809194, DL809194-10

Interface Control Drawings - 4902393, 1380901, 3823738-503
Employment Limits - PIDS SP809194 para 3.2.1
Environmental Limits - PIDS SP809194 para 3.2.5
Explosive (NEW) - 192b lbs. Tritonal, Minol II, or H-6
Fuze - Variety for nose and tail
Stabilizer - MAU-93/B, BSU-49/B AIR, BSU-33, BSU-86
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/Rack - Multiple
B-1B
B-2A
B-52H
F-15A-E
F-16A-D
AV-8B
F/A-18A-F
P-3C
Status - Inventory
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Technical Order: 11A1-5-7, NAVAIR 11-140-5, 11-5A-32
MK 82
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Nomenclature: MK 83 Name: 1,000 lb. GP Bomb
Capability:
Description:
The MK 83 is designed for soft, fragment sensitive targets such as troops, POL, and radars.
The Navy is the primary user. This weapon is not intended for hard targets or penetrations.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BC31A MK83C 904/905 N/T ZC31B MK83C 904/905 N/T
Length (in.) - 115
Diameter (in.) - 14
Warhead (lb.) - 1,000 Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - 445 lbs H-6, Tritonal, or PBXN-109
Fuze - Variety of mechanical and electrical
Stabilizer - Mk 83 Mod 0, BSU-85/B AIR Stabilizer
Carriage Options:
F-15A-E
F-16A-D
F/A-18A-F
AV-8B
Status - Inventory
MK 83
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Nomenclature: MK 84 Name: 2,000 lb. GP Bomb
Capability:
Attack soft and intermediately protected targets, buildings, rail yards and lines of
communications.
Description:
The MK 84 is designed to attack soft and intermediately protected targets. The destruction
mechanism of the MK 84 is blast and fragmentation. Ideal targets for this weapon are
buildings, rail yards, and lines of communication. The Navy and the Air Force both use it
intensively. Blast sensitive targets, such as POL, motor pools, and troop concentrations, are
the primary targets for this weapon.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZCG1B MK84 (I) W/O FUZE BC41L MK84C FMU 113/B (N)
ZRG1L MK84 AIR (I) W/ F268 ZCG1K MK84C FMU113/M905 N/T
BC47A MK84 DSU33A/B FMU139 B-2 BC41G MK84C FMU139A/B (N)
BC47C MK84 DSU33B/B FMU139 BC41H MK84C FMU139A/B (T)
SZBGA MK84 LOW DRAG KIT BC47H MK84C FMU-139A/B (T) B-2
BR41A MK84 R/BSU-50 904 N BC46C MK84C W/DSU-33A/B FMU-139
BR41B MK84 R/BSU-50 905 T BC46D MK84C W/DSU33B/B FMU-139
BC46B MK84 W/FMU-139 (T) B-1 ZC61C MK84C(I)
BC46A MK84 W/FMU-139A/B (N) B-1 ZCG1G MK84C(I) 904/905 N/T
BC47B MK84 W/M904/905 B-2 ZRG1B MK84R (I) BSU-50 54/B TL
BR41M MK84/BSU-50 FMU 139A/B (T) ZRG1G MK84R (I) 904/905 N/T
BC41C MK84C 904 NS BR41N MK84R DSU33A/B FMU139
BC41A MK84C 904/905 N/T BR41P MK84R DSU33B/B FMU139
BC41B MK84C 905 TL ZRG1E MK84R(I) BSU-50 M904 NS
BC41P MK84C 113/905 BR41H MK84R/BSU-50 904/905 N/T
ZCG1C MK84C (I) FMU139 TL BR41I MK84R/BSU-50 M904 NS FMU-139 T
ZCG1L MK84C DSU33/FMU139 PR41A PREPO ISO MK84/BSU-50/FMU-139 T
BC41R MK84C DSU-33A/B FMU139 PR41B PREPO ISO MK84/BSU50/FMU139 T
BC41S MK84C DSU33B/B FMU139 PR41C PREPO ISO MK84/BSU-50/M904/M905
Class - 2,000 lb. General Purpose Bomb, Blast/Fragmentation
MK 84 LDGP
Weight (lbs.) - 1,997.22
Length (with nose fuze) (in.) - 149.27
Length (without nose fuze) (in.) - 145.37
Warhead (lbs.) - 2,000 Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - 945 lbs. H-6 or Tritonal
Fuze - Variety of mechanical or electrical
Stabilizer - BSU-50 AIR; MK 84 Conical Fin
4-40 FOUO
Carriage Options:
B-1B
B-2A
B-52H
F-15A-E
F-16A-D
F/A-18A-F

Status - Inventory

MK 84
4-41 FOUO
Nomenclature: MK 106 Name: 5 lb. Practice Bomb
Capability:
guided bombs in a high drag configuration.
Description:
The MK 106 is a cylindrical shaped practice bomb that utilizes a spotting charge to display
target marking. When the bomb is released from the aircraft it free falls until impact. Upon
impact the bomb drives a firing pin assembly against a primer activating the signal charge. The
resulting flash and puff of smoke permits visual evaluation of accuracy.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZP81B MK106 PRACTICE BOMB/CXU3/B ZP81A MK106 PRACTICE BOMB/MK 4

Weight (lbs.) - 5
Carriage Options:
F-15E
F-16A-D
F/A-18A-D

Contractor - General Dynamics
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: 11A3-3-7 (Bomb and CXU-3A/B)
MK 106
4-42 FOUO
CHAPTER FIVE
1 June 2009
GUIDED BOMB UNITS (GBU)

Nomenclature: BDU-59B/B Name: Laser Guided Training
Round (LGTR)
Capability:
Paveway II Laser Guided Training Round.
Description:
The Paveway II BDU-59 Laser Guided Training Round (LGTR) provides realistic Paveway II
Laser Guided Bomb (LGB) (GBU-10/12/16) tactical employment training as an alternative to
expending operational Paveway II LGB assets. It emulates the laser guided bomb envelope,
flight characteristics and guidance system of the Paveway II system. The LGTR is comprised of
two sections (Guidance Control Section and Payload Section). The Guidance Control Section
consists of the seeker, the signal processor, control system, and power supply. The Payload
Section consists of the ring airfoil at the trailing edge which also houses the signal cartridges
(MK 4 Mods or CXU-3A/B2) and the ejector assembly. Live-fire training with the Paveway II
LGTR permits aircrews to practice delivery tactics in a real-mission environment and experience
actual weapon characteristics with today's range limitations. The Paveway II LGTR emulates
the GBU-10, -12, and -16 Paveway II LGBs and replicates mission parameters for realistic
tactics and employment of the Paveway II system.
Characteristics:
Guidance - semi-active laser
Controls - Pneumatically actuated (nitrogen)
Weight (lbs.) - 89.00 (+-5)
Length (in.) - 75
Diameter (in.) - 4
Wing span (in.) - 19
Canard span (in.) - 13
Shelf Life - 42 months
Carriage Options (Loadout):

F/A-18A-F BRU-41/BRU-42
AV-8B BRU-42

Status - Inventory
5-1 FOUO
Technical Order: NA 11-140-10
Paveway II Laser Guided Training Round
5-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-10 Series Name: Laser Guided Bomb (LGB)
Capability:
Precision bombing against non-hardened targets.
Description:
The GBU-10 C/B is a 2,000 lb. class laser guided bomb that uses the MK 84/BLU-117 warhead.
The Paveway II system has folding wings that open upon release for increased aircraft payload
and maneuverability. This weapon is primarily used for precision bombing against non-
hardened targets.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BL4SA GBU-10 PW-II FOR F-117 BL4CN LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81/81 N/T
ZLGCD GBU-10 (I) PW-II 81/905 BL4EC LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81/81 N/T F-15E
ZLGCQ GBU-10 (I) PW-II W/ F268 BL4EH LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81/905 F-15E
ZLGCI GBU-10 (I) PW-II 81/81 N/T BL4CD LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81/905 N/T
ZLGCP GBU-10 (I) PW-II FMU139 T BL4CA LGB GBU-10 PW-II 905 TL
ZLGCN GBU-10 (I) PW-II NO FUZE ZL6CB LGB GBU-10 PW-II BDU-56
ZL9CA GBU-10 BLU-109 ZL6CA LGB GBU-10 PW-II BDU-56 F117
BL9CC GBU-10 PW-II FMU-143 BL4CO LGB GBU-10 PW-II FMU139A/B (T)
BL4EB LGB GBU-10 PW-II 139 TL F-15E BL9EC LGB GBU-10 PW-II FMU-143 F-15E
BL4EK LGB GBU-10 PW-II 139 NS F-15E ZL6BF LGB GBU-10 PW-1 /B BDU-56
BL4CB LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81 NS ZL6BE LGB GBU-10 PW-1 A/B BDU-56
BL4EA LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81 NS F-15E BL4CF LGB GBU-10 PW-II 139 NS
BL4CI LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81 TL PL4CA PREPO ISO GBU-10 PW-II/FMU-139 T
BL4EG LGB GBU-10 PW-II 81 TL F-15E SZDBA STAMP GBU-10E/B KIT
Guidance - Semi-active laser

Control - MAU-169 Series (Paveway II); MAU-209 Series; WCU-10 Series (USN)
Autopilot - Bang-Bang Mode
Class - 2,000 lb. Paveway II Laser Guided Weapons
GBU-10 Model C/B, D/B, E/B GBU-10 Model G/B, H/B, J/B, K/B
Weight (lbs.) - 2,110.25 Weight (lbs.) - 2,129.58
Diameter (in.) - 18.00 Diameter (in.) - 14.50
MK 84/BLU-117 warhead BLU-109/B warhead
MXU-651 Series Airfoil Long Wing Paveway II
Warhead - BLU-109/MK 84/BLU-117; Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - 535/945 lbs. Tritonal/H6/AFX-795
Fuze - FMU-26B/B, FMU-81 (nose, tail), FMU-139 series, or FMU-143 fuze,
FMU-152/B will be used when available.
Stabilizer - MXU-651 (Paveway II)
5-3 FOUO
Carriage Options:
B-52H
F-15E
F-16A-D
F/A-18A-F BRU-32

Contractor - Raytheon, Lockheed Martin
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: 507 CBSS/GBLC, Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: 11K10-2-7, NA 11-140-10
5-4 FOUO
Capability:
Description:
The GBU-12 B/B is a 500 lb. class laser guided bomb that uses the MK 82/BLU-111 warhead.
The Paveway II system has folding wings that open upon release for increased aircraft payload
and maneuverability. This weapon is primarily used for precision bombing against non-
hardened targets.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BL2CI LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81 TL BL2CC LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81/905 NT F117
BL2CD LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81/905 N/T BL2CA LGB GBU-12 PW-II 905 TL
BL2EG LGB GBU-12 PW-II 139 (N) F-15E BL2EA LGB GBU-12 PW-II 905 TL F-15E
BL2CK LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81 NS ZL5CB LGB GBU-12 PW-II BDU-50
BL2EE LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81 NS F-15E ZL5CA LGB GBU-12 PW-II BDU-50 F117
BL2CR LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81 NS F117 BL2CM LGB GBU-12 PW-II FMU139A/B (T)
BL2ED LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81 TL F-15E BL2CT LGB GBU-12 PW-II FMU-139A/B F117
BL2CP LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81 TL F117 BL2EI LGB GBU-12 PW-II FMU-139T F-15E
BL2CL LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81/81 N/T BL2CB LGB GBU-12 PW-II TL F117
BL2CS LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81/81 N/T F117 SZEBA STAMP GBU-12E/B KIT
BL2EK LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81/81 N/T F-15E PL2CA PREPO ISO LGB GBU-12/FMU-139 T
BL2EL LGB GBU-12 PW-II 81/905 F-15E
Guidance - Semi-Active Laser
Control - MAU-169 Series (Paveway II); MAU-209 Series; WCU-10 Series (USN)
Air Foil Group - MXU-650 Series
Class - 500 lb. Paveway II Guided Weapon
Length (in.) - 131.15
Diameter (in.) - 10.75 (Warhead)
- 18 in. (Airfoil Group)
Warhead - MK 82/BLU-111 Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - Tritonal, H-6, PBXN-109 (192 lbs.)
Fuze - FMU-81 Tail or FMU-139
Stabilizer - MXU-650 Series (Paveway II)
Carriage Options:
AV-8B BRU-36/BRU-42
B-52H
F-15E
F-16A-D
F-35
MQ-9 BRU-15/A (modified)
5-5 FOUO
Status - Inventory
5-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-12F/B Name: Dual Mode Laser Guided
Bomb (DMLGB)
Capability:
Description:
The GBU-12F/B is a 500 lb. class laser guided bomb that uses the MK 82/BLU-111 warhead. It
enhances existing LGB kits by adding GPS/INS guidance capability. DMLGB Kits consist of a
Computer Control Group (CCG), Adapter Group (ADG), and an Airfoil Group. The Paveway II
system has folding wings that open upon release for increased aircraft payload and
maneuverability. This weapon is primarily used for precision bombing against non-hardened
targets.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Semi-Active Laser, GPS/INS
Control - WGU-53/B
Length (in.) - 131.15
Explosive (NEW) - Tritonal, PBXN-109 (192 lbs.)
Carriage Options:
AV-8B BRU-36
Status - Inventory
5-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-15 Name: Guided Standoff Weapon
Capability:
Precision bombing against hardened and non-hardened targets.
Description:
The GBU-15 is a 2,000 lb. class guided bomb that uses a MK 84 blast fragment or a BLU-109
penetrating warhead fitted with a set of aerodynamic lifting and control surfaces and either a TV
seeker or an IR seeker. The GBU-15 is normally deployed in the indirect mode where a
weapon is launched towards the target without lock on. The GBU-15 can be used in the buddy
mode where one A/C launches the weapon and the other A/C performs the control functions.
The datalink pod transmits command signals to the weapon receiver/transmitter (RxTx) and
receives video signal from the weapon RxTx. The command signal allows the WSO to control
and redirect the weapon during delivery to the target. The AN/GJM-64 test system tests all
GBU-15 and AGM-130 configurations; it is completely menu driven featuring minimal manual
operator intervention.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZG9GB GBU-15 (T-1)/B IR CAPTIVE CARRY BG6TC GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT
BG6GA GBU-15 IR BDU-56/TAC/INERT BG6TD GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT
BGHGA GBU-15 IR BLU109(I)/TAC/INERT BGHTA GBU-15 TV/BLU-109(I)/TAC/INERT
BG6GB GBU-15 IR/BDU-56/TAC/INERT BGHTB GBU-15 TV/BLU-109(I)/TAC/INERT
BG4GA GBU-15 IR/LONG CHORD/MK84 BG4TD GBU-15 TV/LC/SFOV/MK84
BGGGA GBU-15 IR/MK84(I)/TAC/INERT BG4TA GBU-15 TV/LONG CHORD/MK84
BGGGB GBU-15 IR/MK84(I)/TAC/INERT BGGTA GBU-15 TV/MK84(I)/TAC/INERT
BG9GB GBU-15 IR/SHORT CHORD/BLU109 BG4TB GBU-15 TV/SC/SFOV MK84
BG4GB GBU-15 IR/SHORT CHORD/MK84 BG9TB GBU-15 TV/SC/SFOV/BLU109
BG6TA GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT BG9TA GBU-15 TV/SC/SFOV/BLU-109
BG6TB GBU-15 TV/BDU-56/TAC/INERT BG4TC GBU-15 TV/SC/SFOV/MK84
Guidance - Electro Optical TV; Imaging IR (day or night), Vertical Targets

Control - Automatic or Manual (Weapon System Operator (WSO) via w/ AXQ-14 or ZSW-1
Datalink Pod) Autopilot - Analog
Class - 2,000 lb. Standoff
Warhead - MK 84, BLU-109 (adapter kit required), or BLU-121
Explosive - Tritonal - 945 lbs. (MK 84); 535 lbs. (BLU-109)
- AFX-757 - 978 lbs. (BLU-121)
Fuze - FMU-124A/B (MK 84, nose and tail); FMU-143 (BLU-109 and BLU-121, tail only);
- Integrating FMU 152 (JPF) tail only with BLU-109
Stabilizer - Strakes/Canards, Wings; Long Chord (LCW) or Short Chord (SCW) and Control
Surfaces
Datalink - OA-8921/AXQ-14 (weapon terminal)
Range - 5-15+ NM
Diameter - (guidance section) 15.0 in.
Diameter - (control section) 16.0 in.
Diameter - (wing) 59.0 in.
5-8 FOUO
GBU-15(V) 1/B (MK 84, TV, LCW) GBU-15(V) 1/B (MK 84, TV, SCW)
GBU-15(V) 2/B (MK 84, IR, LCW) GBU-15(V) 2/B (MK 84, IR, SCW)
GBU-15(V) 31B (BLU-109, TV, SCW) GBU-15(V) 32B (BLU-109, IR, SCW)
Carriage Options:

Contractor - Boeing North American
Status - Inventory
Improvements - Potential Integration of FMU-152 (JPF) Fuze
- Real Time Information in Cockpit (RTIC) via Goldstrike POD
Equipment (33D9-148-3-1), and Shipping and Storage Containers
(35E20-2-43-2)
Technical Order: 11K15-2-7
5-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: EGBU-15 Name: Enhanced Guided
Standoff Weapon
Capability:
Global Positioning System aided Internal Navigation System (GAINS) Precision bombing
against hardened and non-hardened targets and tunnels.
Description:
The enhanced versions of the GBU-15 weapon system includes a Global Positioning
System/Internal Navigation System (GPS/INS) also known as a GAINS, man-in-the-loop
capabilities, and guidance and navigation capability. The primary purpose of the GAINS is to
provide enhanced capability in weather. Like the GBU-15 it is normally deployed in the indirect
mode where a weapon is launched towards the target without lock on, with the datalink pods
transmitting WSO commands and receiving weapon video. The GAINS reduces the WSO
workload by allowing the weapon to autonomously fly until the target or target area is within the
field of view. The AN/GJM-64 test system tests all EGBU-15 configurations; it is completely
menu driven featuring minimal manual operator intervention. The software can be readily
modified to facilitate testing/updating of new weapon versions, enhancements, improvements
and modification with the AN/GJM-64.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZE65B GBU-15 BDU-56 GPS IR CAP F-15E BE85B GBU-15(V)34/B BLU-118 GPS IR
BE65B GBU-15 BDU56 GPS IR TAC INRT F15 BE45B GBU-15 MK84 GPS IR TACT F-15E
ZE65A GBU-15 BDU-56 GPS TV CAPT F-15E ZEG5A GBU-15 MK84 GPS TV LD/TRNR F-15E
BE65A GBU-15 BDU56 GPS TV TAC INRT F15 BEG5A GBU-15 MK84 GPS TV TAC/INRT F-15
ZE95B GBU-15 BLU109 GPS IR LD/TRN F-15 BE45A GBU-15 MK84 GPS TV TACT F-15E
BE95B GBU-15 BLU-109 GPS IR TACT F-15E ZE45B GBU-15 MK84(EMPTY) GPS IR F-15E
ZE95A GBU-15 BLU109 GPS TV LD/TRN F-15 ZE45A GBU-15 MK84(EMPTY) GPS TV F-15E
BE95A GBU-15 BLU-109 GPS TV TACT F-15E BEG5B GBU-15 MK84 GPS IR TAC/INRT F-15
ZEG5B GBU-15 MK84 GPS IR LD/TRNR F-15E BE85A GBU-15(V)33/B BLU-118 GPS TV
Guidance - Electro Optical TV; Imaging IR, GPS/INS, Precise Adverse Weather, day or night
Accurate all Weather, Vertical Targets
Control - Automatic or Manual (Weapon System Operator (WSO) via w/ AXQ-14 or ZSW-1
Datalink Pod)
Autopilot - Analog
Class - 2,000 lb. Standoff
Warhead - MK 84, BLU-109 (adapter kit required), or BLU-121
Explosive - Tritonal - 945 lbs. (MK 84); 535 lbs. (BLU-109)
- AFX-757 - 978 lbs. (BLU-121)
Fuze - FMU-124A/B (MK 84, nose and tail); FMU-143 (BLU-109 and BLU-121, tail only);
- Integrating FMU 152 (JPF) tail only with BLU-109
Stabilizer - Strakes; Wings, Long Chord (LCW) or Short Chord (SCW); and Control Surfaces
Datalink - OA-8921B & C/AXQ-14 (weapon terminal)
Range - 5-15+ NM
Diameter - (guidance section) 15.0 in.
Diameter - (control section) 16.0 in.
Diameter - (wing) 59.0 in.
5-10 FOUO
GBU-15(V) 1C/B (MK 84, TV, GPS/INS, SCW) GBU-15(V) 2C/B (MK 84, IR, GPS/INS, SCW)
GBU-15(V) 31A/B (BLU-109, TV, GPS/INS, GBU-15(V) 32A/B (BLU-109, IR, GPS/INS,
SCW) SCW)
Carriage Options:

Contractor - Boeing North American; Raytheon Systems for Enhancement
Status - Inventory
Improvements - Potential Integration of FMU-152 (JPF) Fuze
- Real Time Information in Cockpit (RTIC) via Goldstrike POD
- BLU-121/B Bomb, explosive filler - AFX757, 978 lbs NEW
Equipment (33D9-148-3-1), and Shipping and Storage Containers
(35E20-2-43-2)
5-11 FOUO
Capability:
Precision bombing against non-hardened targets; mobile hard and fixed soft and hard targets.
Description:
The Guided Bomb Unit-16 (GBU-16) utilizes a 1,000 lb. general purpose warhead. The
operator illuminates a target with a laser designator and then the munition guides to a spot of
laser energy reflected from the target. The GBU-16 consists of a MK 83/BLU-110 1,000 lb
bomb modified with a common Paveway II laser guidance kit.
Characteristics:
Control - MAU-169 Series (Paveway II), MAU-209 Series; WCU-10 Series (USN)
Class - 1,000 lb. Paveway II Guided Weapon
Weight - 454kg
Length - 3.68m
Diameter - 350mm (Warhead); 18 in. (Airfoil Group) 72m closed, 1.68m extended
Explosive (NEW) - Tritonal, H-6, PBXN-109 (202kg)
Fuze - FMU-81 Tail or FMU-139
Carriage Options:
AV-8B BRU-36

Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: 507 CBSS/GBLC, Hill AFB, UT; NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS

Patuxent River, MD
5-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-24/B Name: Low Level Laser
Guided Bomb (LGB)
Capability:
Precision attack to destroy soft and intermediately protected targets, aircraft shelters, and
concrete structures.
Description:
This 2,000 lb. class weapon was designed as a precision guided blast/fragmentation MK 84
bomb, fitted with a nose mounted laser guidance and control unit, and the new Paveway III tail
assembly. The GBU-24/B can be released at low, medium or high altitudes. Low altitude can
mean “tree top” height if deemed necessary. The laser designation works through a pulse-
coding system that supplies the same code for both the seeker and the designator so that the
bomb tracks only the intended target.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZL9BD GBU-24 A/B BL4DG GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 TL WGU-39
BL4HP GBU-24 PW-III 139 N WGU-39 F-15E BL4DA GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 (N/T) WGU-12
BL4HB GBU-24 PW-III 139 T WGU-39 F-15E BL9DC GBU-24 PW-III WGU-12/FMU-143
BL4HR GBU-24 PW-III 81 NS WGU-39 F-15E BL9DE GBU-24 PW-III WGU-39/FMU-143
BL4HI GBU-24 PW-III 81 NT WGU-12 F-15E ZLG1N GBU-24 WGU-12 NO FUZE
BL4HA GBU-24 PW-III 81 NT WGU-39 F-15E ZLG1I GBU-24/B (I)
BL4HS GBU-24 PW-III 81 TL WGU-39 F-15E ZLG1G GBU-24/B WGU12 FMU139
BL4DI GBU-24 PW-III FMU-139 NS ZLG1F GBU-24/B WGU12 FMU81 TL
BL4HL GBU-24 PW-III FMU-139 NS F-15E ZLG1K GBU-24/B WGU-12 NO FUZE
BL4DN GBU-24 PW-III FMU-139 NS WGU39/B ZL6DB GBU-24/B WGU-12 (D-2)/B NO FUZE
BL4DL GBU-24 PW-III FMU-139 TL ZL6DD GBU-24/B WGU-12B/B NO FUZE
BL4HM GBU-24 PW-III FMU-139 TL F-15E ZLGDA GBU-24/B WGU-39 NO FUZE
BL4DO GBU-24 PW-III FMU-139 TL WGU-39 ZL9BB GBU-24A/B (I) FMU-143 T
BL4DQ GBU-24 PW-III FMU-139 TL WGU-39 ZL9BF GBU-24A/B WGU-39 (D-2)/B FMU-143
BL9HD GBU-24 PW-III FMU-143 F-15E ZL9DC GBU-24A/B WGU-39/B
BL9HE GBU-24 PW-III FMU-143 F-15E ZL9HA GBU-24A/B WGU-39/B FMU-143 F-15
BL4DP GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 N/T WGU-39 PL4HA PREPO ISO GBU-24/FMU-139/WGU-39
BL4DB GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 NS PL9DA PREPO ISO GBU-24/WGU-39/FMU-143
BL4HN GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 NS F-15E SZFDA STAMP GBU-24/B SUPER BOLT KIT
BL4DD GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 NS WGU-39 SZFBA STAMP GBU-24A/B SUPER BOLT KIT
BL4DC GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 TL
BL4HO GBU-24 PW-III FMU-81 TL F-15E
Guidance - Semi-Active Laser (WGU-12 or WGU-39 Guidance Unit)
Control - Nose Fins
Autopilot - Proportional Guidance
Class - 2000 lb. Blast/Fragmentation
Weight (lbs.) - 2,256.75
Length (in.) - 172.76
Warhead - MK 84 Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - 945 lbs. Tritonal
Fuze - FMU-81 Nose & Tail (See Appendix A)
Stabilizer - SU-84 Fin Assembly
5-13 FOUO
Carriage Options:
F-15E (30 in. Lug Spacing)
F-16A-D

Status - Inventory
5-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-24A/B Name: Low Level Laser
Guided Bomb (LGB)
Capability:
Precision attack to destroy hardened targets, aircraft shelters, and concrete structures.
Description:
Designed as a precision 2,000 lb. class guided penetration bomb, the GBU-24 A/B is basically a
BLU-109 warhead fitted with a nose mounted laser guidance and control unit and the new
Paveway III tail assembly. This weapon can be released at low, medium, or high altitudes. Low
altitude can mean “tree top” height if deemed necessary.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - See GBU-24/B (Page 5-12)
Control - Nose Fins
Class - 2,000 lb. Penetrator
Weight (lbs.) - 2,372.75
Length (in.) - 169.69
Fin. Span (Canards) (in.) - 39.25
Fin. Span (wings stowed) (in.) - 36.0
Fin. Span (wings deployed) (in.) - 81.6
Warhead - BLU-109/B Hard Target Penetrator
Explosive (NEW) - 535 (lbs.) Tritonal
Fuze - FMU-143 Series (Tail); (See Appendix A)
Stabilizer - BSU-84 Fin Assembly
Carriage Options:
F-15E (30 in. Lug Spacing)
F-16A-D
Status - Inventory
5-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-24B/B Name: Low Level Laser
Guided Bomb (LGB)
Capability:
Description:
Designed as a precision 2,000 lb. class guided penetration bomb, the GBU-24 B/B consists of
five major sections: (1) Guidance and Control Unit (CGU) WGU-39/B; (2) Airfoil Group (AFG)
BSU-84/B; (3) Adapter Group (ADG) ADG-770/B; (4) Bomb Fuze system FMU-143E/B and (5)
2,000 Pound Penetrator Bomb BLU-109A/B. This weapon can be released at low, medium, or
high altitudes. Low altitude can mean “tree top” height if deemed necessary.
Characteristics:
Control - Nose Fins
Weight (lbs.) - 2,372.75
Length (in.) - 169.69
Warhead - BLU-109A/B Hard Target Penetrator
Explosive (NEW) - 535 (lbs.) PBXN-109
Fuze - FMU-143E/B (Tail)
Stabilizer - BSU-84/B or BSU-84A/BFin Assembly
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/Rack
F/A-18A-F BRU-32
5-16 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-24E/B and G/B Name: Low Level Laser
Guided Bomb (LGB)
Capability:
Description:
Designed as a precision 2,000 lb. class guided penetration bomb, the GBU-24 E/B and GBU-
24G/B consists of five major sections: (1) Guidance and Control Unit (CGU) WGU-39A/B;
(2) Airfoil Group (AFG) BSU-84B/B; (3) Adapter Group (ADG) ADG-770A/B; (4) Bomb Fuze
system FMU-143 series and (5) 2,000 Pound Penetrator Bomb BLU-109A/B or BLU-116 A/B.
This weapon can be released at low, medium, or high altitudes. Low altitude can mean “tree
top” height if deemed necessary.
Characteristics:
Control - Nose Fins
Weight (lbs.) - 2,372.75
Length (in.) - 169.69
Warhead - BLU-109A/B (GBU-24E/B) or BLU-116A/B (GBU-24G/B) Hard
Target Penetrator
Explosive (NEW) - 535 (lbs.) PBXN-109 (BLU-109A/B) or 115 (lbs.) PBXN-109
(BLU-116A/B)
Stabilizer - BSU-84B/B Fin Assembly
Carriage Options:
F/A-18A-F BRU-32
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Nomenclature: GBU-27/GBU-27A/B Name: GPS/INS/Laser
Guided Bomb (LGB)
Capability: Destroy hardened targets.
Description:
The Guided Bomb Unit-27 (GBU-27) is a GBU-24 modified for delivery by the F-117A stealth
fighter. The operator illuminates a target with a laser designator and then the munition guides
to a spot of laser energy reflected from the target. It uses a 2,000 lb. penetrating warhead
against hard targets. The GBU-27 is laser guided only; the GBU-27A/B also incorporates a
GPS/INS capability.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZL9SD GBU-27 PW-III INERT W/O FUZ F117 ZL9SC GBU-27 W/O FUZE F117
ZL9DB GBU-27 PW-III INERT W/O FUZE BL9DA GBU-27/B FMU-157/B
ZL9DA GBU-27 PW-III W/FUZE BL9SC GBU-27A/B FMU-143 WGU-39A/B F117
ZL9SA GBU-27 PW-III W/FUZE F117 BL9SB GBU27A/B FMU143B/B WGU39A/B F117
BL9SH GBU-27 PW-III WGU25/FMU143 F117 SZGBA STAMP GBU-27 KIT (F-117)
BL9SF GBU-27 PW-III WGU-39/FMU-143 PL9SA PREPO ISO GBU-27/WGU-39/FMU-143
BL9SA GBU-27 PW-III WGU-39/FMU143 F117 SZGDA STAMP ENHANCED GBU-27 KIT
Guidance - WGU-25/B, WGU-25A/B or WGU-39/B Guidance Unit or WGU-39A/B GPS
Laser Guidance Unit
Control - Nose Fins
Autopilot - None
Class - 2,000 lb. GBU
Weight (lbs.) - 2,185.00
Length (in.) - 166.77
Warhead - BLU-109/B Hard Target Penetrator
Explosive (NEW) - 535 lbs. Tritonal
Fuze - FMU-143 Series (See Appendix A)
Stabilizer - BSU-88 Series Fin Assembly
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/Rack: N/A
F-15E (30 in Lug Spacing)
F-16C-D
Contractor - N/A
Status - Inventory
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Nomenclature: GBU-28A/B & B/B Name: GPS/INS/Laser Guided
Bomb (LGB)
Capability:
Defeat hard and deeply buried targets (HDBT).
Description:
The Guided Bomb Unit-28 (GBU-28) is a special weapon developed for penetrating hard and
deeply buried targets. The GBU-28 is a 5,000 lb. laser-guided conventional munition that uses
a 4,500 lb penetrating warhead. The GBU-28 A/B is laser guided only whereas the GBU-28
B/B also incorporates a GPS/INS capability.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZLH5A GBU-28 INERT F-15E
BL5DD GBU-28 W/ FMU-143/F
BL5DE GBU-28 W/ FMU-143/G
BL5DF GBU-28 W/ FMU-143/H
Guidance - WGU-36 A/B Laser Guidance Unit or WGU-36B/B GPS/Laser Guidance
Unit
Control - Nose Fins
Autopilot - None
Length (in.) - 229.31
Warhead - BLU-113/B or BLU-113A/B, Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - Tritonal 625 lbs.
Fuze - FMU-143 Series installed in aft end
Stabilizer - BSU-92 Series Fin Assembly
Carriage Options:
B-2A (GBU-28 A/B or B/B) (30 in. Lug Spacing)
B-52H (GBU-28 A/B)
F-15E (GBU-28 A/B)
Contractor - Raytheon (guidance), Ellwood National Forge (warhead), UNICOR (shipping pallets),
McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (explosive load)
Status - Inventory
5-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-28C/B Name: GPS/INS/Laser
Guided Bomb
Capability:
Description:
The Guided Bomb Unit-28C/B (GBU-28C/B) is a special weapon developed for
penetrating hard and deeply buried targets using an improved 4,450 lb. warhead, the
BLU-122/B. The GBU-28C/B is an enhanced PAVEWAY III weapon with laser as well
as GPS/INS guidance capability.
Characteristics:
Guidance - WGU-36 D/B Guidance Control Unit; GPS/INS/Laser
Control - Nose Fins
Length (in.) - 233
Warhead - BLU-122/B Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - AFX-757 (785 lbs.)
Fuze - FMU-143 Series and FMU-152A/B
Stabilizer - BSG-92B/B Air-Foil Group
Carriage Options (Loadout):

B-2A Rotary Launcher using BRU-44
F-15E BRU-47

Contractor - Raytheon (Enhanced PAVEWAY III kits), General Dynamics-Ordnance
and Tactical Systems (Warhead), Muskogee Metal Works (Pallets)
Status - Production
Special Equipment - N/A
Management/Engineering: 507 CBSS/GBLC, Hill AFB, Utah
Technical Order: 11K28-2-7, 11A1-11-7
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Nomenclature: GBU-28E/B Name: GPS/INS/Laser Guided
Bomb (LGB)
Capability:
Description:
The Guided Bomb Unit-28 E/B (GBU-28) is a special weapon developed for penetrating hard
and deeply buried targets. The GBU-28 E/B is a 5,000 lb. conventional munition that uses a
4,500 lb penetrating warhead. The GBU-28 E/B is laser guided and incorporates GPS/INS,
Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) and Impact Angle Control capability.
Characteristics:
Guidance - WGU-36 E/B Laser Guidance Unit
Control - Nose Fins
Autopilot - None
Length (in.) - 229.31
Warhead - BLU-113/B or BLU-113A/B, Blast/Fragmentation
Explosive (NEW) - Tritonal 625 lbs.
Fuze - FMU-143 Series installed in aft end
Stabilizer - BSU-92 D/B Control Fin Assembly
Carriage Options:
B-2A (30 in. Lug Spacing)
F-15E
Contractor - Raytheon (guidance), Ellwood National Forge (warhead), UNICOR (shipping pallets),
McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (explosive load)
Status - Inventory Jan 09
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Nomenclature: GBU-31 Name: Joint Direct Attack
Munition (JDAM)
Capability:
Accurate adverse weather guided munitions for use on conventional strike environments to
destroy fixed and relocatable targets.
Description:
The Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) is a Guidance Set, KMU-556, KMU-557, and KMU-558
Series that converts existing unguided free-fall 2,000 lb bombs, MK 84 and BLU-117, and
BLU-109 2000 lb. class warheads into accurate, adverse weather "smart" munitions. The
Guidance Set consists of a Tail Kit, which contains an Inertial Navigational System (INS) and a
Global Positioning System (GPS), a set of Aerosurfaces and an Umbilical Cover, which allows
the JDAM to improve the accuracy of unguided, general purpose bombs in any weather
condition. The KMU-5XXB/B configurations are equipped with a Selective Availability Anti-
Spoofing Module (SAASM) added to existing Tail Kits. The SAASM electronics module is
capable of utilizing new GPS security features. The KMU-5XXC/B configurations are equipped
with Anti-Jamming (AJ) equipment consisting of a new antenna and associated electronics on
the Tail Kit. Anti-Jamming variants allow the JDAM to navigate with precision using GPS
signals in regions containing active GPS jamming. JDAM can be launched from very low to
very high altitudes in a dive, toss and loft or in straight and level flight with an on-axis or off-axis
delivery. JDAM enables multiple weapons to be directed against single or multiple targets on a
single pass. JDAM is a joint U. S. Air Force and Department of Navy program.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BJ41A GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-152A/B BJ91B GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-152A/B
BJ41B GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-113 N BJ91C GBU-31 (V3) AJ, FMU-143B/B
BJ41C GBU-31(V)1/B W/FMU-139A/B (T) BJ91D GBU-31 (V)3, AJ FMU-152A/B
BJ41D GBU-31(V)1/B W/FMU-139A/B (N/T BJ91Z GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-143B/B
BJ41E GBU-31(V)1/B DSU-33A/B FMU152A BJ96A GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-143B/B B-1
BJ41F GBU-31(V)1/B DSU-33C/B FMU-152 BJ96B GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-152A/B B-1 US
BJ41G GBU-31(V)1/B DSU-33C/B FMU-139 BJ97A GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-143B/B B2
BJ41H GBU-31(V)1/B DSU33A/B FMU139 BJ97B GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-152A/B B-2 US
BJ41J GBU-31(V)1/B AJ, W//FMU-139 C/B BJ97C GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-143H/B B-2
BJ41K GBU-31(V)1 AJ, DSU-33C/B FMU-139 BJ97D GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-143G/B B-2
BJ41L GBU-31(V)1 AJ, DSU-33A/B FMU-152 BJ97E GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-143F/B B-2
BJ41M GBU-31(V)1 AJ, W/FMU-152 ZJ61A GBU-31(V)1/B BDU-56
BJ45A GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-139 T F-15 ZJ91A GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-139(D-1)A/B
BJ46A GBU-31(V)1/B W/FMU-139A/B N/T ZJ91B GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-152A(D-2)/B
BJ46B GBU-31(V)1/B W/FMU-139A/B (T) ZJ91C GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-143B(D-2)B
BJ46D GBU-31(V)1/B DSU33A/B FMU-152A ZJ91D GBU-31(V)3/B
BJ46E GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-152A/B B-1 ZJ96A GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-139(D-2)B B-1
BJ46F GBU-31V1/B DSU-33C/B B/B FMU139 ZJ96B GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-143(D-2)B B-1
BJ46G GBU-31V1/B DSU-33C/B FMU-152A ZJ96C GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-152A(D-2)/B B
BJ46J GBU-31V1/B DSU-33A/B FMU139 B- ZJ97B GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-143(D-2) B-2
BJ47B GBU-31(V)1/B W/FMU-139A/B (T) ZJ97C GBU-31(V)3/B FMU-152A(D-2)/B B
BJ47C GBU-31(V)1/B W/FMU-139A/B(N/T) ZJG1A GBU-31(V)1/B W/FMU-139 INERT T
BJ47E GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-152A/B B-2 ZJG1B GBU-31(V)1 DSU33C/BFMU152A(D-2
BJ47H GBU-31(V)1/B DSU-33C/B B/BFMU139 ZJG1C GBU-31(V1)/B INERT
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BJ47K GBU-31(V)1/B DSU33A/B FMU139 B ZJG1D GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-139(D-2)
BJ61A GBU-31(V)5/B FMU-139 T ZJG1E GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-139(D-2) N/T
BJ65A GBU-31(V)5/B FMU-139 T F-15 ZJG1F GBU-31(V)1/B FMU-152A(D-2)/B
BJ66A GBU-31(V)5/B FMU-139 T B-1 ZJG1G GBU-31 KMU-556(D-2) FMU-139(D-
BJ67A GBU-31(V)5/B FMU-139 T B-2 ZJG1H GBU-31 V1 D-2 INERT BDU-56
BJ91A GBU-31(V)3/B W/FMU-143B/B
Guidance - NS/GPS
Control - Tail Aerodynamic
Class - 2,000 lb. Guided Munition
Weight (lbs.) - MK 84 (AF-2039), BLU-109 (AF-2118; Navy-2138), BLU-117 (AF-NA;
Navy-2059)
Length (in.) - MK 84 - 152.7; BLU-109 - 148.6; BLU-117 - 152.7
Diameter (in.) - 25
Warhead - MK 84, BLU-109, or BLU-117
Explosive - MK 84 945 lbs. Tritonal, BLU-109 535 lbs. Tritonal, BLU-117 945 lbs. IM
PBXN-109
Fuze - FMU-139 or FMU-143 or FMU-152
Sensor - DSU-33 (MK 84 Only)
JDAM 2,000 LB NOMENCLATURE/ GBU 31:
MK 84 BLU-109 BLU-117 BLU-119
USAF (v) 1/ Series (v) 3/ Series N/A (v) 5 /Series
Navy (v) 2/ Series (v) 4/ Series (v) 2/ Series N/A
Carriage Options:
B-1B MPRL
B-2A RLA
B-52H HSAB
F-15E BRU-47
F-16C-D MAU-12
F/A-18A-F BRU-32
A-10 MAU-30
Projected:
F35
Contractor/Status/Improvements/Special Equipment:
Contractor - Boeing
Status - Production / Inventory
Improvements - Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module
- Anti-Jamming
678 ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL JDAM Program Office)
Sustainment:
507 GBSS/GBLC, Hill AFB, UT
11A-1-63 /NA 11-140-10 for Assembly
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JDAM MK 84
GBU-31(V)1 Series (USAF)
GBU-31(V)2 Series (USN)
BLU-117
Navy MK84 Thermal coated, IM PBX 109 fill
MK 84 BLU-119
BLU-117 GBU-31(V)5 Series (USAF)
BLU-119
B
JDAM BLU-109
GBU-31(V)3 Series (USAF)
BLU-109
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Munition (JDAM)
Capability:
Description:
The Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) is a Guidance Set, KMU-559 Series, which converts
existing unguided 1,000 lb. free-fall bombs, MK 83 and BLU-110, into accurate, adverse
weather "smart" munitions. The Guidance Set consists of a Tail Kit, which contains an Inertial
Navigational System (INS) and a global positioning system (GPS), a set of Aerosurfaces, and
an Umbilical Cover, which allows the JDAM to improve the accuracy of unguided, general
purpose bombs in any weather condition. The KMU-559B/B configurations are equipped with a
Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) added to existing Tail Kits. The SAASM
electronics module is capable of utilizing new GPS security features. The KMU-559C/B
configurations are equipped with Anti-Jamming (AJ) equipment consisting of a new antenna
and associated electronics on the Tail Kit. Anti-Jamming variants allow the JDAM to navigate
with precision using GPS signals in regions containing active GPS jamming. JDAM can be
launched from very low to very high altitudes in a dive, toss and loft, or in straight and level flight
with an on-axis or off-axis delivery. JDAM enables multiple weapons to be directed against
single or multiple targets on a single pass. JDAM is a joint U.S. Air Force and Department of
the Navy program.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
ZJ31B GBU-32, MK-83 INERT , FMU-139D-2 BJ31E GBU-32(V)1 DSU-33C/B B/B FMU-152
ZJ31C GBU-32 MK-83 INERT FMU-152 D-2 BJ31F GBU-32(V)1 AJ FMU-139(T)
ZJ31D GBU-32, MK-83 INERT, FMU-139 D-2 BJ31G GBU-32(V)1 AJ DSU-33C/B FMU-139
ZJ31E GBU-32, MK-83 INERT, FMU-152 D-2 BJ31H GBU-32(V)1 AJ FMU-139/FMU-139
BJ31A GBU-32(V)1 FMU-139 (T) BJ31J GBU-32(V)1 AJ FMU-152
BJ31B GBU-32(V)1 DSU-33C/B B/B FMU-139 BJ31K GBU-32(V)1 AJ DSU-33C/B FMU-152
BJ31C GBU-32(V)1 FMU-139/FMU-139 ZJ31A GBU-32(V)1 MK-83 INERT
BJ31D GBU-32(V)1 FMU-152
Guidance - INS/GPS
Class - 1,000 lb. Guided Munition
Weight (lbs.) - MK 83 (AF-1,014; Navy-1,029), BLU-110 (AF and Navy -1,029)
Warhead - MK 83 and BLU-110
Explosive - MK 83 - 416 lbs. Tritonal; BLU-110 – 445 lbs. IM PBXN-109
Fuze - FMU-152 or FMU-139 (Note MK 83 has 445 lbs. H-6, Tritonal, or PBXN-109)
Sensor - DSU-33
JDAM 1,000 LB NOMENCLATURE / GBU 32:

MK 83 BLU-110
USAF (v) 1 Series N/A
USN (v) 2 Series (v) 2 Series
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Carriage Options:
AV-8B BRU-36
F/A-18A-F BRU-32
F-22A BRU-46
Projected
F-35

Contractor - Boeing
- Anti-Jamming
678 ARSS/CC, Eglin AFB, FL (JDAM Program Office)
Sustainment:

11A-1-63 / NA 11-140-10 for Assembly
MK 83
BLU-110
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Munition (JDAM)
Capability:
Description:
The Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM) is a Guidance Set, KMU-572 Series, which converts
existing unguided 500 lb. free-fall bombs, MK 82, BLU-111 and BLU-126, into accurate,
adverse weather "smart" munitions. The introduction of the GBU-38 gives leaders a smaller
precision weapon to further decrease the likelihood of collateral damage. This is especially
important as forces continue to target insurgents and their meeting places, normally within
heavily populated residential areas. The Guidance Set consists of a Tail Kit, which contains an
Inertial Navigational System (INS) and a Global Positioning System (GPS), a set of
Aerosurfaces, and an Umbilical Cover, which allows the JDAM to improve the accuracy of
unguided, general purpose bombs in any weather condition. The KMU-572B/B configurations
are equipped with a Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module (SAASM) added to existing Tail
Kits. SAASM electronics module is capable of decoding new GPS cryptography. The
KMU-572C/B configurations are equipped with Anti-Jamming (AJ) equipment consisting of a
new antenna and associated electronics on the Tail Kit. AJ variants allow the JDAM to navigate
with precision using GPS signals in regions containing active GPS jamming.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BJ21A GBU-38(V)1/B FMU-139 BJ27E GBU-38C(V)1 C/B AJ FMU-139 B-2
BJ21B GBU-38(V)1/B DSU-33C/B B/B FMU-139 BJ27F GBU-38C(V)1 C/B AJ, DSU-33FMU-139 B-2
BJ21C GBU-38(V)1/B FMU-152 BJ27G GBU-38C(V)1 C/B AJ, FMU-152 B-2
BJ21D GBU-38(V)1/B DSU-33C/B B/B FMU-152 BJ27H GBU-38C(V)1 C/B AJ, DSU33 FMU-152 B-2
BJ21F GBU-38C(V)1/B, AJ, FMU-139C/B BJC1A GBU-38(V)4/B BLU-126 FMU-152
BJ21G GBU-38C(V)1/B AJ DSU-33C/B, FMU-139 BJC1B GBU-38C(V)4/B AJ, BLU-126, FMU-152
BJ21H GBU-38C(V)1/B, AJ, FMU-152A/B BJC1C GBU-38(V)4/B BLU-126 FMU-152/DSU-33C/B
BJ21J GBU-38C(V)1/B AJ DSU-33C/B, FMU-152 BJC1D GBU-38C(V)4/B AJ BLU-126 FMU-152 DSU-33C/B
BJ21K GBU-38(V)1/B FMU-139 N/T BJC1E GBU-38(V)4/B BLU-126 FMU-152 DSU-33A/B
BJ26A GBU-38(V)1/B W/FMU-139 B-1 BJC1F GBU-38C(V)4/B AJ BLU-126 FMU-152 DSU-33 A/B
BJ26B GBU-38(V)1 /B W/DSU-33 W/FMU-139 B-1 ZJE1A GBU-38(V)1 MK-82 (I)
BJ26C GBU-38(V)1/B W/FMU-152 B-1 ZJE1B GBU-38(V)1 MK-82 (I) FMU-152
BJ26D GBU-38(V)1/B W/DSU-33 FMU-152 B-1 ZJE1C GBU-38(V)1 (1) MK-82 FMU-139
BJ27A GBU-38(V)1/B FMU-139 B-2 ZJE1F GBU-38(V)1/B MK-82(I)FMU-152A(D-2)/B
BJ27B GBU-38(V)1/B DSU-33C/B BBFMU-139 B-2 ZJE1G GBU-38(V)1 MK-82(I) FMU-139D2
BJ27C GBU-38(V)1/B FMU-152 B-2 ZJE7A GBU-38/(V)1/B MK-82 (I) B-2
BJ27D GBU-38(V)1/B DSU-33C/B BBFMU-152 B-2 ZJ51A GBU-38(V)1/B BDU-50
Guidance - INS/GPS
Class - 500 lb. Guided Munitions
Weight (lbs.) - MK 82 (AF-552 lbs; Navy-558 lbs.), BLU-111 (AF-N/A; Navy- 558 lbs.), BLU-
126 (AF-558 lbs.); Navy -558 lbs. (Low Collateral War Head))
Length (in.) - 95.2
Diameter (in.) - 17
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Warhead - MK 82, BLU-111, and BLU-126
Explosive - MK 82 192 lbs. Tritonal, BLU-111 192 lbs. PBXN-109, BLU-126 28 lbs.
PBXN-109
Fuze - FMU-152 or FMU-139
Sensor - DSU-33
JDAM 500 LB NOMENCLATURE/ GBU 38:
MK 82 BLU-111 BLU-126
USAF (v) 1 Series N/A (v) 4 Series
USN (v) 2 Series (v) 2 Series (v) 4 Series
Carriage Options:
AV-8B BRU-36
B-1B MPRL
B-2A SBRA
B-52H HSAB
F-15E BRU-57
F-16C-D MAU-12 and BRU-57
F/A-18 A- F BRU-32 and BRU-55
A-10 MAU-40
Projected:
MQ-9 BRU-15/A (Modified); BRU-71A (Pending Qualification)
Contractor - Boeing
- Anti-Jamming
678 ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL (JDAM Program Office)
Sustainment:
11A-1-63/NA 11-140-10 for Assembly
MK 82
BLU-111
BLU-126
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Nomenclature: GBU-39A/B Name: Small Diameter Bomb
Increment I (SDB I) FLM
Capability:
Adverse weather, standoff, near precision autonomous attack to deliver lethal effects
(neutralize/destroy) against fixed soft non-hardened targets. Focused Lethality Munition (FLM)
provides increased load-out (four per aircraft -1760 weapon station), thus increased kills per
sortie.
Description:
FLM is a 250 lb. class weapon designed as a small autonomous, conventional, air-to-ground,
precision glide weapon able to strike targets in collateral damage sensitive environments such
as urban warfare and Close Air Support. FLM is a variant of the GBU-39/B Small Diameter
Bomb. The GBU-39/B‟s steel warhead was removed and replaced with a composite case filled
with the Multi-Phase Blast Explosive (MBX).
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - TBD
Guidance - INS/GPS (Augmented by Wide Area Differential GPS)
Control - Tail Aerodynamic (plus Diamond-back wing kit)
Class - 250 lb. Guided Munition
Weight (lbs.) - 285
Length (m) - 1.8
Diameter (mm) - 152.4
Warhead - Blast
Range - 40 + nm Standoff
Explosive - AFX 1209 (Multi-Phased Blast Explosive)
Fuze - ESAF (Delivered as All-Up-Round)
Carriage Options:
F-15E BRU-61/A (4-place Miniature Munition Carriage System)

Contractor - Boeing
Status - Development Residuals Fielded
681st ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL Operational Manager is CENTCOM J-8
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Nomenclature: GBU-39/B Name: Small Diameter Bomb
Increment I (SDB I)
Capability:
Adverse weather, standoff, near precision autonomous attack to deliver lethal effects
(neutralize/destroy) against fixed soft non-hardened and hardened targets. SDB I provides
increased load-out (four per aircraft -1760 weapon station), thus increased kills per sortie.
Description:
SDB I is a 250 lb. class weapon designed as a small autonomous, conventional, air-to-ground,
precision glide weapon able to strike fixed and stationary re-locatable targets from standoff
range. The SDB weapon system consists of the weapon, the BRU-61/A (4-place pneumatic
carriage system), shipping and handling containers for a single weapon and the BRU-61/A
either empty or loaded and a weapon planning module. The SDB I Advanced Anti-Jam Global
Position System aided Initial Navigation System (AJGPS/INS) provides guidance to the
coordinates of a stationary target. The payload/warhead is a very effective multipurpose
penetrating and blast fragmentation warhead coupled with a cockpit selectable electronic fuze.
A proximity sensor provides a height of burst capability. It is compatible with all AF platform
internal carriage systems and its low-drag carriage rack characteristics enhance external
carriage.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - BSDBA
Guidance - INS/GPS (Augmented by Wide Area Differential GPS)
Control - Tail Aerodynamic (plus Diamond-back wing kit)
Class - 250 lb. Guided Munition
Weight (lbs.) - 285
Length (m) - 1.8
Diameter (mm) - 152.4
Warhead - Blast Frag / Penetrator
Range - 40 + nm Standoff
Explosive - AFX 757 (Insensitive Munition)
Fuze - ESAF (Delivered as All-Up-Round)
Carriage Options:
Threshold: F-15E BRU-61/A (4-place Miniature Munition Carriage System)
Objective:
Group 1: F-22A
F-35
Group 2: A-10
F-16C-D
B-52H
B-1B
B-2A
MQ-9
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Contractor - Boeing
Status - Production
681st ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL
Equipment Specialist/Item Management:

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Nomenclature: GBU-43/B Name: Massive Ordnance
Air Blast (MOAB)
Capability:
To accurately deliver mass-ordnance weapon effects against open-field target set from high
altitude.
Description:
The GBU-43/B, better known as the MOAB, is a precision-guided low altitude blast bomb
comprised of a 21,615 pound BLU-120/B warhead, an aluminum cradle, a 28‟ type V pallet
assembly, and a KMU-593/B Guidance Control Unit (GCU). It is typically launched at a high
altitude and significant standoff range. This weapon's primary purpose is against large
formations of troops, equipment, or hardened above-ground bunkers.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code N/A
Guidance - KMU-593/B; INS, GPS Guidance Control Unit
Control - 4 ea. Lattice Grid Fins
Autopilot - Digital, Bank to Turn Software Navigation
Class - 22,000 lb. Blast Warhead
Length (in.) - 361.75
Warhead - BLU-120/B, Blast
Explosive (NEW) - H6 18,700 lbs.
Fuze - Dual Nose, M904E2, M-9 delay, M1A1 Fuze Extensions, T45E7 Adapter
Boosters
Stabilizer - Wing Assembly
Carriage Options:
MC-130H N/A
MC-130E
Contractor - Dynetics (Prime), Air Force Research Laboratory, Eglin (Warhead),
ASEI (Software), McAlester Army Ammunition Plant (Explosive load)
Status - Inventory
708 ARSG, Eglin AFB, FL
Item Management/Equipment Specialist:
GBU-43/B on Pallet and Cradle Assembly
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Nomenclature: GBU-44/B Name: Viper Strike
Capability:
Viper is primarily used in missions that require a flexible angle of attack, either steep or shallow
with long stand-off range.
Description: The GBU-44/B Viper Strike glide bomb is a GPS-aided laser-guided variant of the
Northrop Grumman Brilliant Anti-Tank (BAT) munition which originally had an acoustic seeker.
Viper Strike has been integrated onto multiple manned and unmanned platforms for Army, Air
Force, SOCOM, and other customers. Viper Strike has also been successfully employed
against multiple target sets.
Characteristics:
Guidance - GPS-midcourse/terminal laser homing
Weight (lbs.) - 42
Length (in.) - 36
Wingspan (in.) - 36
Glide Ration - 10:1
Warhead - Shaped Charge 2.3 lbs. high explosive anti-tank
Range - excess of 5 km
Carriage Options:
MQ-5A/B/C
AC-130J
SOCOM Platforms
Contractor - Northrop Grumman
Status - Production
US Army, PEO Missile and Space, Joint Attack Munition Systems Office, Redstone Arsenal,
Huntsville, AL
Sustainment: TBD
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5-35 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-51/B Name: Laser Guided Bomb with
LOCO Bomb Body
Capability:
Description:
The GBU-51/B is a 500 lb. class laser guided bomb that uses the BLU-126/B Low Collateral
(LOCO) warhead. The Paveway II system has folding wings that open upon release for
increased aircraft payload and maneuverability. This weapon is primarily used for precision
bombing against non-hardened targets. GBU-51/B consists of a combined Computer Control
Group (CCG) and Adapter Group (ADG) and an Airfoil Group MXU-650.
Characteristics:
Control - WCU-10, MAU-169, MAU-209
Length (in.) - 131.15
Warhead - BLU-126/B LOCO
Explosive (NEW) - PBXN-109 (27 lbs.)
Carriage Options:
F/A-18A-F BRU-32, BRU-33
AV-8B BRU-36

Contractor - Lockheed Martin, Raytheon
Status - Inventory
5-36 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-52/B Name: Dual Mode Laser Guided
Bomb (DMLGB)
Capability:
Description:
The GBU-52/B is a 500 lb. class laser guided bomb that uses the BLU-126 warhead. It
enhances existing LGB kits by adding GPS/INS guidance capability. DMLGB Kits consist of a
combined Computer Control Group (CCG) and Adapter Group (ADG) WGU-53/B and an Airfoil
Group, MXU-650. The DMLGB system has folding wings that open upon release for increased
aircraft payload and maneuverability. This weapon is primarily used for precision bombing
against non-hardened targets.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Semi-Active Laser, GPS/INS
Control - WGU-53/B
Length (in.) - 131.15
Warhead - BLU-126/B LOCO
Carriage Options:
F/A-18A-F BRU-32, BRU-55
AV-8B BRU-36
Status - Inventory
5-37 FOUO
Nomenclature: GBU-54/B Name: Laser Joint Direct
Attack Munition (LJDAM)
Capability:
The GBU-54/B Laser JDAM (LJDAM) adds the flexibility to strike targets of opportunity,
including mobile targets, to the already accurate adverse weather GPS/INS guided JDAM.
Description:
The DSU-38/B, Detector Laser Illuminated Target adds a Precision Laser Guidance Set (PLGS)
to inventory JDAMs, giving the weapon system optional semi-active laser guidance in addition
to its current GPS/INS guidance. The DSU-38/B is a DSU-33 form factored passive laser
seeker that can be easily installed in the field to the front of existing JDAM weapons and is
connected to the Guidance Set via an externally mounted strap-on harness kit. The DSU-38/B
is compatible with currently fielded laser designator systems and will initially be integrated with
the 500-lb. GBU-38, creating a GBU-54 LJDAM.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
BJ21N GBU-54(V)1/B DSU-38/B FMU-152
BJ21P GBU-54C(V)1/B AJ DSU-38/B FMU-152
BJ21T GBU-54(V)1/B DSU-38 FMU 139(T)
BJ21X GBU-54C(V)1/B AJ DSU-38 FMU-139(T)
ZJE1J GBU-54A(D-2)/B W/FMU-152(D-2)/B
ZJE1M GBU-54A(D-2)/B W/FMU-139(D-2)/B
Guidance - Semi-Active Laser, INS/GPS
Class - 500 lb. Guided Munitions
Weight (lbs.) - MK 82 (AF - 552 lbs.; Navy - 558 lbs.),
BLU-111 (AF - N/A; Navy - 558 lbs.),
BLU-126 (AF - N/A; Navy - 558 lbs)
Length (in.) - 95.2
Diameter (in.) - 17
Warhead - MK 82, BLU-111, and BLU-126
Explosive - MK 82 192 lbs. Tritonal, BLU-111 192 lbs. PBXN-109,
BLU-126 28 lbs. PBXN-109
Fuze - FMU-152 or FMU-139
Sensor - Detector, Laser Illuminated Target (DSU-38)
Container - CNU-693/B for DSU-38/B and DSU-38 (D-2)/B
JDAM 500 LB NOMENCLATURE/ GBU 54:

MK 82 BLU-111 BLU-126
USAF (v) 1 Series N/A (N/A
USN (v) 2 Series (v) 2 Series (v) 4 Series
5-38 FOUO
Carriage Options:
Threshold: F-15E
F-16C/D Block 30/40/50 with/without BRU-57
F/A-18A+/C/D BRU-32, BRU-55
AV-8B BRU-36
Objective: A-10
B-1B
B-2A
B-52H
F/A-18E/F
MQ-9

Contractor - Boeing
Status - Production
678 ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL (JDAM Program Office)
Sustainment: 507 CBSS/CBLC, Hill AFB UT
Technical Order: 11G7-7-8-7, 11K31-2-7

11A-1-63/NA, 11-140-10 for Assembly
MK 82
BLU-111
BLU-126
5-39 FOUO
Nomenclature: TBD (Paveway IV) Name: Dual Mode GPS/INS
and Laser Guided Bomb
Capability:
Precision bombing against mobile, relocatable, soft and semi-hard targets.
Description:
The Paveway IV is currently not in the US Air Force or Navy Inventory. It is a British Royal Air
Force 500 lb. class MK 82 general purpose bomb with an Enhanced Paveway II Enhanced
Computer Control Group (ECCG) kit. The new ECCG contains a Height of Burst (HOB) sensor
enabling airburst fusing options, and an improved Anti-Jam, SAASM (Selective Availability Anti
Spoofing Module) compliant GPS receiver. It can be launched either IMU (Inertial Measurement
Unit) only, given sufficiently good Transfer Alignment, or using GPS guidance. Terminal laser
guidance is available in either navigation mode and with airburst fuzing. It is a low-cost, all-
weather, 24-hour precision bombing capability able to defeat the majority of general-purpose
targets. It incorporates an enhanced Mk-82 warhead which, combined with a shock-hardened
fuze, enables increased penetration over a standard Mk-82 warhead and can therefore defeat
semi-hard targets as well. Post-impact delay settings and airburst height are selectable from
the cockpit as are target position and terminal impact/heading angles. The Paveway IV
significantly minimizes collateral damage by incorporating a „Late-Arm‟ function, as part of one
of the world‟s most advanced fusing systems, to prevent arming of an off-course munition. In
addition, the warhead has been designed to meet the latest requirements of NATO Insensitive
Munition safety policies. The accuracy of Paveway IV combined with programmable lethal
effects, reduces the number of bombs on target which enables a single aircraft to strike more
targets in a single pass. On 10 Dec 2008 the UK Ministry of Defense officially declared the
Paveway IV as having entered service.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Dual Mode GPS / Semi-Active Laser
Control - WGU-56
Weight (lbs.) - 665 (nominal)
Length (in.) - 131.25
- 18 (Airfoil Group-closed)
Warhead - Enhanced Mk-82 IM Penetrator
Fuze - PGB Fuze
Carriage Options:
Harrier GR9
Tornado GR4
Typhoon F2
JSF
5-40 FOUO
Status - Inventory British Royal Air Force
5-41 FOUO
5-42 FOUO
CHAPTER SIX1 June 2009
CLUSTER BOMB UNITS (CBU)

Nomenclature: CBU-78 Name: GATOR
Capability:
Direct Attack Area Attack Munition that can target troops, trucks, tanks, artillery, SAMs, Radars,
POL Tanks, Aircraft on the ground and moving columns.
Description:
The CBU-78 is an anti-personnel/anti-tank, free fall, folding fin, airburst weapon. The CBU-78/B
consists of an SUU-58/B dispenser, loaded with BLU-91/B anti-tank and BLU-92/B anti-personnel
mines, kit modification unit BRU-42/B, and a MK 339MOD 1 mechanical time fuze. The
CBU-78A/B is delivered from the factory with an FMU-140/B fuze vice the MK 399 and the fin
release band retention system vice tail tether. The CBU-78/B weapons retrofitted with the
AWC-372 will be redesignated CBU-78B/B. The CBU-78C/B differs from the CBU78A/B in that
it has the FMU-140A/B fuze installed. All variants except CBU-78C/B have been removed from
USN/USMC inventory. The weapon is delivered to operating activities completely assembled
with 14-inch suspension lugs, arming wire extractors, and a removable fuze cover installed.
Fins are held in the folded position with a fin retaining band secured by an arming wire and a
ground handling safety pin. The CBU-78 GATOR is used by the Navy and is smaller than the
CBU-89 GATOR used by the Air Force.
Characteristics:
Control - Spin (6 Selections)
Autopilot - None
Class - Anti-Personnel/Anti-Materiel (AP/AM)
Weight (lbs.) - 491
Warhead - 45 ea BLU-91/B Anti-Tank Mines (4.31 lbs. ea)
- 15 ea BLU-92/B Anti-Personnel Mines (3.75 lbs. ea)
Fuze - MK 339 Mechanical time nose fuze, FMU-140A/B Proximity Fuze
(6 time selections)
Carriage Options:
AV-8B BRU-36/BRU-42
F/A-18A-D BRU-32/BRU-33
Contractor - Honeywell/Aerojet/Olin/Alliant
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering/OPR: PMA-201, Patuxent River, MD
6-1 FOUO
Data for BLU-91/B and BLU-92/B:
CBU-78 Series Bomb Cluster (GATOR)

6-2 FOUO
Aeroballistic adapter - 5.8 in x 5 in x 2.6 in
Minelet height - 2.6 in
Minelet diameter - 4.75 in
Weight - BLU-91/B - 4.3 lb; BLU-92/B - 3.7 lb
Explosive - BLU-91/B - 1.3 lb RDX; BLU-92/B - 0.9 lb Composition B-4
BLU-91/B BLU-92/B
6-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: CBU-87 Name: Combined Effects
Munitions (CEM)
Capability:
Description:
The CBU-87 is an excellent weapon against armor, personnel, artillery, etc. The weapon
dispenses 202 BLU-97 munitions in a pattern with density and sizes of the area covered
depending on release parameters and spin rates. When the Wind Corrected Munitions
Dispenser (WCMD) kit is added it becomes a CBU-103X/X, see page 6-14 for configurations
and CRD weapons codes.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
CBU-87/B DISPENSER AND BOMB
CBU-87A/B DISPENSER AND BOMB
C875A CBU-87B/B DISPENSER AND BOMB C871B CBU-87M/B DISPENSER
F-15E AND BOMB
C871A CBU-87B/B DISPENSER AND BOMB C878B CBU-87M/B DISPENSER B-2
C878A CBU-87B/B DISPENSER AND BOMB B-2 P871A PREPO ISO CBU-87
C876B CBU-87B/B DISPENSER AND BOMB B-1 SZCAB STAMP CBU-87B/B
C875B CBU-87M/B DISPENSER F-15E Z871A CBU-87(T-1)/B
C876A CBU-87M/B DISPENSER & BOMB B-1
Control - Spin (6 Selections)

Autopilot - None
Warhead - 202 ea Combined Effects Bombs (CEB) - BLU-97/B AP/AM Shaped Charge/Frag/
Incendiary Bomblets. These bomblets are soda-can-sized bomblets approximately
20 centimeters long, and has a six centimeter diameter, they are bright yellow when
new. The original Cyclotol explosive has been replaced with PBXN-107 explosive in
the IM BLU-97.
BLU-97/B Data -
Length Stored - 16.8 cm (6.6 in); deployed (w/o retarder canopy): 22.6 cm (8.9 in.)
Weight (lbs.) - 3.4
Explosive (lbs.) - 0.63 Cyclotol/PBXN-107 Explosive
Fuze - Integral Part of Dispenser (12 Time Selections) and FZU-39/B Proximity Sensor
(10 Height of Burst Selections)
6-4 FOUO
Carriage Options:
A-10 14 in Lug Spacing
B-1B
B-2A
B-52H
F-15E
F-16A-D
Contractor - Aero General/Honeywell, Inc. Alliant Tech.
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering/OPR:
507 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, Utah
Technical Order:
11A9-31-7
CBU-87 CEM
6-5 FOUO
BLU-97/B Bomblet
6-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: CBU-89 Name: GATOR
Capability:
Description:
The CBU-89 Gator Mine, a 1,000-pound cluster munition containing anti-tank and anti-
personnel mines, consists of a SUU-64 Tactical Munitions Dispenser with 72 anti-tank mines,
22 anti-personnel mines, and an optional FZU-39 proximity sensor. The weapons are
dispensed over a predetermined area given the height of function setting selected on the
aforementioned FZU-39 proximity sensor. The CBU-89 contains a self destruct mechanism
which can be set for three different time delays. When the Wind Corrected Munitions
Dispenser (WCMD) kit is added it becomes a CBU-104X/X, see page 6-14 for configurations
and CRD weapons codes.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
C898A CBU89 B2
Z891A CBU-89(T-1)/B
C896A CBU-89A/B GATOR HIGH ALTITUDE B-1
C897A CBU-89A/B GATOR HIGH ALTITUDE F-117
C895B CBU-89A/B HIGH ALTITUDE F-15E
SZCBA STAMP CBU-89/B
C891B CBU 89A/B GATOR HIGH ALTITUDE
Warhead - 72 ea BLU-91/B Anti-Tank Mines (4.31 lbs. ea)
- 22 ea BLU-92/B Anti-Personnel Mines (3.75 lbs. ea)
Dispenser - SUU-64/B
Fuze - Integral Part of Dispenser FZU-39/B Proximity Sensor signs
Carriage Options:
A-10 14” Lug Spacing
B-1B
B-2A
B-52H
F-15E
F-16A-D
Delivery Envelope: 200-40,000 ft Alt, 200-700 KIAS
Contractor - Honeywell/Aerojet/Olin/Alliant
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering/OPR: 507 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, Utah
6-7 FOUO
Shipping and Storage Containers:

Use applicable CNU-411 Container IAW TO 11A9-31-7
SUU-64/B (loaded as CBU-89/B) Fins not deployed

Aeroballistic adapter: 14.7 cm x 12.7 cm x 6.6 cm (5.8 in x 5 in x 2.6 in)
Minelet height: 6.6 cm (2.6 in)
Minelet diameter: 12.1 cm (4.75 in)
Weight: BLU-91/B: 1.95 kg (4.3 lb); BLU-92/B: 1.68 kg (3.7 lb)
Explosive: BLU-91/B: 594 g (1.3 lb) RDX; BLU-92/B: 408 g (0.9 lb) Composition B-4
BLU-91/B BLU-92/B
6-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: CBU-97 Name: Sensor Fuzed Weapon (SFW)
Capability:
Direct Attack Area Attack Munition, Wide area coverage; multiple kills per pass; to defeat fixed,
moving and mobile/relocatable land targets; expanded target set - soft and hard mobile targets
including heavy armor (adverse weather, at night, or in countermeasure environment (P3I).
Description:
The Sensor Fuzed Weapon (SFW) CBU-97 consists of a Tactical Munition Dispenser (TMD),
SUU-66/B, and ten BLU-108 submunitions. Each submunition contains four projectile
warheads. After release over the target area, the TMD opens dispensing the submunitions.
The submunitions are parachute retarded into a nose-down orientation and releases the
warheads in a horizontal trajectory to obtain maximum area coverage. The warheads target-
activate through a small infrared sensor and fire a self-forging projectile into the target. The
warheads self-destruct if not targeted after eight second flight for clean battlefield. SFW
Preplanned Product Improvement (P3I), added sensor upgrades (active laser), multi-mission
warhead, area footprint extension, and redundant self-destruct features for a cleaner battlefield.
CBU-97/B SFW CBU CONFIGURATION DURING THE PRODUCTION TRANSITION PROGRAM
When the Wind Corrected Munitions Dispenser (WCMD) kit is added it becomes a
CBU-105X/X, see page 6-14 for configurations and CRD weapons codes.
CBU-97A/B PEP -1* CONFIGURATION
* Producibility Enhancement Program (PEP), PEP 1: Electronic and mechanical enhancements

to the warhead projectile.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
SZCCA CBU-97 SFW
C971A CBU-97/B (SFW)
C976A CBU-97/B (SFW) B-1
C978A CBU-97/B (SFW) B-2
C975A CBU-97/B (SFW) F-15E
CBU-97A/B (SFW)
Weight (lbs.) - 950

Dispenser - SUU-66/B
Submunition - 10 ea BLU-108/B w/ four Warheads Each
Submunition - 10 BLU-108/B, A/B w/ four Warheads Each
Weight - BLU-108: 63 lbs., Projectile: 8 lbs.
Length - BLU-108: 31 in., Projectile: 3.75 in.
Diameter - BLU-108: 5.25 in., Projectile: 5.25 in.
Fuze - Integral Part of Dispenser (12 timer settings)
- FZU-39/B Proximity Sensor (10 height of function settings)
6-9 FOUO
Carriage Options:
A-10 14 in. Lug Spacing
B-1B
F-15E
F-16A-D

Contractor - Textron Defense Systems, Wilmington, MA
Status - Production
308 ARSG, Eglin AFB, FL
Transitions to 507 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT FY10
Technical Order:
11A9-31-7

CBU-97/B sensor-fuzed weapon with a side panel removed
BLU-108/B
6-10 FOUO
BLU-108/B bomblet with one of the four Skeet warheads flipped out
Model of a Skeet submunition warhead illustrating the formation of the

self-forging penetrating pellet.
6-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: MK 20, CBU-99/100/B, A/B, B/B Name: Rockeye
Capability:
Description:
The Navy MK 20 series and CBU-99/100 series is a free-fall folding fin airburst weapon. The
bomb consist of a MK 7/SUU-76 bomb dispenser loaded with MK 118 anti-tank bomblets and a
MK339 mechanical time fuze or the FMU-140 series Dispenser Proximity Fuze. All variants
except CBU-99B/B have been removed from USN/USMC inventory.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
Guidance - None
Class - Cluster Bomb Unit (CBU)
Weight (lbs.) - 490-505
Length (in.) - 92
Dispenser - MK 7 / SUU 76
Payload - 247 MK 118 Anti-Tank bomblets
Fuze - MK 339 (MK 20 and CBU-99/100/B), FMU-140/B (CBU-99/100/A/B),
FMU-140A/B (CBU-99/100/B/B).
Propulsion - None
Carriage Options:
AV-8B BRU-36/BRU-42
F/A-18 A-F BRU-32/BRU33
P-3C BRU-15
Contractor - Honeywell
Status - In Inventory
PMA-201, Patuxent River, MD
6-12 FOUO
MK 20 MODS EXEPT MODS
CBU-99/B, CBU-100/B, AND S
MK 20 MODS 9 & 10, CBU-99A/B, CBU-
99B/B, CBU-100A/B, AND CBU-100B/B
6-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: CBU-103/104/105 Name: Wind Corrected
Munitions Dispenser
(WCMD)
Capability:
Description:
The Wind Corrected Munitions Dispenser’s (WCMD) high speed laydown deliveries are
consistent with tactics used against heavily defended target sets. The tail kit inertially steers the
munition from a known release point to precise target coordinates while compensating for
launch transients, winds aloft, surface winds and adverse weather.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code
C031A CBU-103 WCMD
C036A CBU-103 WCMD B-1
C038A CBU-103 WCMD B-52H
C035A CBU-103 WCMD F-15E
C031B CBU-103 WCMD F-16
C041A CBU-104 WCMD
C047A CBU-104 WCMD
C041B CBU-104 WCMD F-16
C051A CBU-105 WCMD
C051D CBU-105 WCMD F-16
C071B CBU-107 WCMD F16
P103A PREPO ISO CBU-103
SZCDA STAMP CBU-103 CEM WCMD
SZCFA STAMP CBU-105 SFW WCMD
DISPENSER LOCKHEED MARTIN

SUU-65/B CBU-103A/B
SUU-65/B CBU-103B/B
SUU-64/B CBU-104A/B
SUU-66/B CBU-105/B
SUU-66/B CBU-105A/B
SUU-66/B CBU-105B/B
SUU-66/B CBU-105C/B
SUU-66/B CBU-105D/B
Guidance - INS
Class - Tactical Munitions Dispenser (TMD) Guidance Kit modification for
CBU-87/89/97
6-14 FOUO
Dispenser - SUU-64/B, SUU-65/B, SUU-66/B TMDs
Payload - 71 BLU-91/B, 22 BLU-92/B (CBU-104), 202 BLU-97/B or A/B (CBU-103),
10 BLU-108/B, or A/B, or B/B, or C/B, or D/B (CBU-105)
Fuze - Integral Part of Dispenser / FZU-39/B Proximity Sensor
Propulsion - None
Carriage Options:
A-10 14 in. Lug Spacing
B-1B
B-52H
F-15E
F-16C-D
Status - Inventory
Special Equipment - AN/GYQ-79 Common Munition Bit
Reprogrammable Equipment (CMBRE)
308 ARSG, Eglin AFB, FL (CBU-105) until FY10
6-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: CBU-107/B Name: Passive Attack
Weapon (PAW)
Capability:
Attack and defeat a wide range of soft fixed surface targets and chemical/biological targets with
low collateral damage.
Description:
The CBU-107 is an area attack weapon that uses kinetic energy penetrators to address soft
ground targets. The weapon is employed the same as a CBU-103. Two hundred and thirty
weapons were produced in support of a quick reaction capability program for the US Central
Command. The weapon is designed for use in an environment where warfighters need to
disable a target without destroying its surroundings. Some examples include storage facilities,
fuel storage depots, power substations or antenna fixtures.
Characteristics:
Control - Spin (Set at 500 rpm)
Autopilot - None
Class - Anti-Material
Warhead - 362 large (590 grams), 1004 medium (86 grams), and 2406 small
(5.5 & 3.9 grams) rods
Fuze - Integral Part of Dispenser FZU-39/B Proximity Sensor
(Height of Burst Selection - 1500 feet, 110 ft diameter pattern)
Carriage Options:
B-52H 14 in. Lug Spacing
F-15E
F-16 (Blk 40/50)
Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
11A9-31-7
6-16 FOUO
SMALL
ROD PACK
LARGE MEDIUM
ROD PACK ROD PACK
CBU-107/B PAW PAYLOAD
Penetrators
6-17 FOUO
Penetrators
Nomenclature: CBU-116/118 Name: Power Distribution
Denial Munition (PDDM)
Capability:
Renders an electrical power grid component, such as a substation or transformer yard,
inoperable for an indefinite period of time until its effects came be removed. The PDDM will
affect an average substation and remain persistent until the fibers can be removed.
Description:
This non-lethal cluster munition carries 202 Long Conductive Fiber (LCF) submunitions, each
containing 114 fiber string balls. The stringballs are similar to aluminized chaff that has been in
use militarily for over 40 years. The CBU-116 is an early variant of the PDDM with LCF Version
1 submunitions. The CBU-118 has LCF Version 2 submunitions and a WCMD tail installed.
CBU-116/B Unguided SUU-65/B TMD w/LCF (Ver 1) submunitions

CBU-118/B SUU-65/B TMD INS (WCMD) w/BLU-114 A/B (Ver 2) submunitions
Characteristics:
Guidance - CBU-116 Unguided
- CBU-118 INS (WCMD)
Control - Spin (Set at 500 rpm)
Autopilot - None
Class - Anti-Material
Weight (lbs.) - 680 lbs. (CBU-116) / 685 lbs. (CBU-118)
Warhead - 202 LCF non-lethal submunitions
Fuze - Integral Part of Dispenser FZU-39/B Proximity Sensor
(Height of Burst Selection - 1500 feet)
Carriage Options:
Variant: Aircraft: Launcher/Rack:
CBU-116 14 in. Lug Spacing
CBU-118 F-15E
F-16 (Blk 40/50)

Contractor - GD-OTS, Florida
Status - Inventory
507 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, Utah
Technical Order:
11A9-31-7
Shipping and Storage Containers

6-18 FOUO
Non-Lethal
Fiber Weapons System
- Disrupts Electrical Power
- Avoids unacceptable Collateral Damage
--Achieves theater commander objectives
- Provides new options for commanders
Long Fiber Stringball

- Aluminum chaff
- 128 microns in diameter
- 180 ft Long
PDDM CONOPS
6-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: PDU-5/B Name: MK 20 Rockeye II
SUU-76C/B Leaflet Canister
Capability:
Dispenses large quantities of psychological leaflets.
Description:
The PDU-5/B uses the MK 20 Rockeye II canister to dispense large quantities of psychological
leaflets. The MK 20 nomenclature is the SUU-76C/B with the MK 399 Fuse. When this empty
canister is filled with leaflets it is referred to as the PDU-5/B. Due to the MK 20 canister
strength, relative to the M129 fiberglass canister, this steel canister is better suited for use with
high performance aircraft. Also, the M129’s use of a primer cord to separate the canister’s two
halves tended to burn up many of the leaflets before they ever reached the ground. The
PDU-5/B was employed extensively both in Afghanistan and Iraq as part of Operations
Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
Characteristics:
CRD Weapons Code - L051A (SUU-76C/B empty canister)
Weight (lbs.) - 143 empty, 295 +/- 15 lbs. with payload
Payload - Approximately 60,000 psychological leaflets
Fuze - MK 339
Carriage Options:
F-16C-D 14 in. Lug Spacing
AV-8B BRU-36/BRU-42
P-3C BRU-15
Contractor - TBD
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: 11A3-2-7, NA 11-140-9
6-20 FOUO
CHAPTER SEVEN
1 June 2009
NUCLEAR WEAPONS

Nomenclature: B61 Name: Nuclear Bomb
Characteristics:
B-61 Mod - 3, - 4, - 10 B-61 Mod - 7 B-61 Mod -11

Weight-Full (lbs.) - 755 +/- 10 Weight (lbs.) - 765.0 +/- 10 Weight (lbs.) - 1,245.0
Aircraft:
B-2A
B-52H
F-15E
F-16A-D
PA-200
(NOTE: not all aircraft are certified to carry all mods)
AFMC/AF NWC, Kirtland AFB, NM
Technical Order:
11N-B61-1, 11N-B61A-1, 11N-B61C-1
Status:
Inventory
B61 MOD 3/4/10 IN H-1125 BOLSTER
B61 MOD 11 IN THE H-1671
7-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: B83-1 Name: Nuclear Bomb
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 144.21 (3.66 m)
Diameter (in.) - 18 (460mm)
Aircraft:
B-2A
B-52H
Technical Order:
11N-B83-1
Status:
Inventory
B83 IN H-1473 BOLSTER
7-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: W62-0 Name: Nuclear Warhead
Characteristics:
Classified
Reentry System:
MK12, Minuteman III
AFMC/NWC, Kirtland AFB, NM
Technical Order:
11N-W62-1
Status:
Inventory
7-3 FOUO
Characteristics:
Classified
Reentry System:
MK12A, Minuteman III
AFMC/NWC, Kirtland AFB, NM
Technical Order:
11N-W78-1
Status:
Inventory
7-4 FOUO
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 31.4
Carriage Options:
AGM-86B (ALCM)
Aircraft:
B-52H
Technical Order:
11N-W80-1
Status:
Inventory
7-5 FOUO
Characteristics:
Classified
Reentry System:
MK21, Minuteman III
Technical Order:
11N-W87-1
Status:
Inventory
7-6 FOUO
CHAPTER EIGHT
1 June 2009
AIRCRAFT GUN SYSTEMS

Nomenclature: GAU-2B/A Name: “Minigun” Machine
GAU-17A (Navy), M-134 (Army) Gun (7.62mm)
Capability:
Suppress/incapacitate personnel targets and damage or destroy moving and stationary light
materiel targets. The gun provides a light-weight, high rate of fire capability for helicopters and
light fixed-wing aircraft.
Description:
The GAU-2B/A is a six barrel automatic gun chambered in 7.62x51mm. The gun can be flexible
or fixed mounted and used on various rotary wing aircraft and ground systems or fixed mounted
on fixed wing aircraft. The gun rate of fire is selectable for either a Low 2,000 shots per minute
(SPM) or High 4,000 SPM setting.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Externally (electric) powered rotary (Gatling), air cooled, belt fed.
Weight (lbs.) - 23
Length (in.) - 31.5
Cyclic Rate of Fire - 2,000 - 4,000 SPM
Ammo Type - Ball, Tracer, Dim Tracer, Saboted Light Armor Penetrator (SLAP) (see
ammunition section for details).
Aircraft:
CH-53D/E (ramp mounted)
HH-60J, MH-60G, MH-60K MH-60L, MH-60 DAP, SH-60,
UH-1N/Y
AH-6 Little Bird
Note: US Army nomenclature is M134, US Navy nomenclature is GAU-17/A.
Contractor - General Dynamics Armament & Technical Products
Status - Inventory
WR-ALC/GBLE (Gun) Robins AFB, GA; 506 CBSS/GBLB (Ammo), Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: 11W1-13-5-2 (Gun); 11813-10-7 (Ammo)
8-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: GAU-8/A Name: “Avenger” Cannon (30mm)
Capability:
Suppress/incapacitate personnel targets, damage or destroy moving and stationary light
materiel targets, and moving or stationary armored targets. This weapon may also be used in
an air-to-air role.
Description:
Seven barreled automatic cannon chambered in 30x173mm. The weapon is fixed mounted on
the A-10.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Externally (hydraulic) powered rotary (Gatling), air cooled, double ended
linkless/helical feed.
Weight (lbs.) - 661
Length (in.) - 112.83
Diameter (in.) - 12
Barrel Length (in.) - 93.1
System Weight (lbs.) with TP Ammunition - 3,867; Empty - 1,861
Total System Ammunition Capacity (Approx.) - 1,350 Rounds (Old Version Storage Drum)
- 1,174 Rounds (New Version Storage Drum)
Cyclic Rate of Fire, shots per minute (SPM) - 3,850 (+100, -300) - Nominal
Ammo Type - HEI/API/TP (see ammunition section for details).
Dispersion (80% dia) 5-mils
Aircraft:
A-10
Other Use:
Goalkeeper Ship Defense system (Netherlands) (with modifications).
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: WR-ALC/GBLE (Gun), Robins AFB, GA; 506 CBSS/GBLB
(Ammo), Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: 11W1-12-10-2 (Gun); 11A13-14-7 (Ammo)
8-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: GAU-12/U Name: “Equalizer” Cannon (25mm)
Capability:
Suppress/ incapacitate personnel targets and damage or destroy moving and stationary light
materiel targets.
Description:
Five barreled automatic cannon chambered in 25x137mm. The weapon is flexible mounted on
a trainable gun mount on the AC-130U.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Externally powered rotary (Gatling), air cooled, linear linkless feed system.
Weight (lbs.) - 330
Length (in.) - 86
Diameter (in.) - 11
Cyclic Rate of Fire - 1800 shots per minute (SPM)
Ammo Type - Cartridge, HEI, TP (see ammunition section for details)
Dispersion (80% dia) - 7 mils
Aircraft:
AC-130U
AV-8B Harrier
Other use: Modified versions used on Light Armored Vehicle-Air Defense (LAV-AD)

Contractor - General Dynamics Armament & Technical Programs
Status - Inventory
WR-ALC/GBLE (Gun), Robins AFB, GA; 506 CBSS/GBLB (Ammo), Hill AFB, UT
8-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: GAU-18/A Name: Machine Gun (.50 Caliber)
Capability:
materiel targets including light armor.
Description:
The GAU-18/A is a lightweight version of the single barrel M2/3, Browning .50 Caliber Machine
Gun. It is chambered in caliber .50 (12.7x99mm) and is flexible and fixed mount capable for use
on various rotary wing aircraft. It does not utilize the heavy barrel, and is typically set up as a
left-hand feed, right-hand charging weapon. In this configuration the gun is fitted with a chute
adapter attached to its left hand feed pawl bracket. Thus, the weapon can receive ammunition
through a feed chute system connected to internally-mounted or externally-mounted ammo cans.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Recoil operated, air-cooled, belt fed
Weight (lbs.) - 65
Cyclic Rate of Fire - 750 - 850 shots per minute (SPM)
Ammo Type - Cartridge, .50 caliber (Ball/AP/API/APIT/Saboted Light Armor Penetrator
(SLAP)) (see ammunition section for details)
Aircraft:
HH-60J, MH-60G, SH-60, UH-60
CH-47D
CH-46E
CH-53D/E
MH-60G
MV-22B, CV-22
(Note: Similar models include XM218 (Navy and Marines use), GAU-15/A, and GAU-16/A)
Other use:
Worldwide use on multiple platforms (w/modifications and nomenclature change)
Contractor - CAAA
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: WR-ALC/GBLE (Gun), Robins AFB, GA; 506 CBSS/GBLB
(Ammo), Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: 11W1-13-3-132 (Gun), 11813-10-7 (Ammo)
8-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: GAU-19/A Name: Gatling Gun (.50 Caliber)
Capability:
Description:
Three barrel Gatling Gun, chambered in caliber .50 Browning Machine Gun (12.7x99mm).
Flexible and fixed mount capable for use on various rotary wing aircraft. This gun is used on
Army helicopters, small Navy patrol boats, and on larger US warships as a defense against
small suicide craft.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - three-barrel, 12.7mm, externally powered Gatling Gun, air-cooled, belt fed
Drive system - electric
Weight (lbs.) - 560
Length (in.) - 46.5
Barrel Length (in.) - 36
Cyclic Rate of Fire, shots per minute (SPM) - Maximum: 2,000 cyclic
- Normal maximum: 1,000 to 2,000 cyclic
Muzzle Velocity - 2,910 feet per second for M33 Ammunition
Ammo Type - Cartridge, .50 Caliber (Ball/AP/API/APIT/Saboted Light Armor Penetrator
Aircraft:
AH-6 Little Bird
Status - Inventory (U.S. Army)
Technical Order:
8-5 FOUO
Nomenclature: GAU-21 Name: Machine Gun (.50 Caliber)
Capability:
Description:
The GAU-21 M3M 50 .cal Machine Gun is a weapon system rather than just a machine gun.
The system has three parts: The Machine Gun, the Medium Pintle Head (MPH) or “Soft
Mount”, and the Cradle, which is used to integrate the weapon into a particular aircraft or
vehicle. Three important differences between the MEM and the M@ BMG: 1) it uses an open
bolt; 2) has an internal recoil spring, and; 3) significantly longer barrel life (est. 10,000 rounds.)
Cook-offs are far less likely to occur and the M3M has only a third as much non-compensated
recoil as compared to the M2 BMG. The feed system for the 600 round magazines has been
modified to reduce the air stream problem and the barrel has an added flash suppressor.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Recoil operated, air-cooled, belt fed
Length (in.) - 59.8
Barrel Length (in.) - 36
Cyclic Rate of Fire, shots per minute (SPM) - 950 to 1,100 cyclic (- 200 SPM practical)
Muzzle Velocity - 2,887 fps
Ammo Type - Cartridge, .50 caliber (Ball/AP/API/APIT/Saboted Light Armor Penetrator
Aircraft:
CH-46
CH-53D/E
HH-60
UH-1N/Y
Contractor - Fabrique Nationale Herstal, S.A.
Status - Inventory (U.S. Marines and Navy)
Technical Order:
GAU-21 mounted on ramp of CH-53E

8-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: GAU-22/A Name: Cannon (25mm)
Capability:
Neutralize Fixed Wing Aircraft and Helicopter airborne targets and destroy ground moving and
stationary armored personnel carriers and light and medium materiel targets, and neutralize
identified traditional and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
The GAU-22/A is a new gun being developed for the Conventional Takeoff and Landing (CTOL)
Joint Strike Fighter (F-35/A). It is an externally powered four barrel, Gatling gun which fires at a
nominal rate of 3,000 shots per minute (SPM). A modification of this gun system is being
developed in a “missionized” gun pod for the Short Takeoff Vertical Landing (STOVL) aircraft
version (F-35/B) and the Carrier Variant (CV) aircraft version (F-35/C). The CTOL will carry 181
rounds of 25mm and the CV/STVOL will carry 220 rounds of 25 mm.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Four-barrel Gatling
Weight (lbs.) - 250
Length (in.) - 84
Diameter (in.) - 6
Cyclic Rate of Fire - 3,000 Nominal SPM
Ammo Types - TP, TBD
Combat ammunition to be defined/developed
Dispersion (80% dia) 5 mils
Aircraft:
F-35
Vendor - General Dynamics Armament & Technical Products
Status - In development
Notes - Missionized Gun Feed System Unique
Lockheed Martin (Gun); 506 CBSS/GBLB (Ammo), Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: F-35 Automated Joint Technical Data (JTD) System (Gun); 11A13-16-7
(Ammo)
8-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: M137A1 Name: Cannon (105mm)
Capability:
Suppress/incapacitate personnel targets and damage/destroy moving and stationary materiel
targets. Damage/breach reinforced concrete structures.
Description:
Single barreled manually operated cannon chambered in 105mm (M137). The weapon is
flexible mounted on a trainable gun mount on the AC-130H/U.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Single Barrel, manually operated, manually fed
System Weight (lbs.) - 5,000
Length (ft.) - 17.5
Practical Cyclic Rate of Fire, shots per minute (SPM) - 6-10
Ammo Type - HE, HE/High Fragmentation, White Phosphorus (WP), and TP (see
ammunition section for details)
- Dispersion (hardstand) - 0.2 mils
Aircraft:
AC-130H/U
Other use:
Worldwide use (M102 Howitzer configuration).

Contractor - N/A
Status - Inventory
WR-ALC/GBLE (Gun); Robins AFB, GA; 506 CBSS/GBLB (Ammo), Hill AFB,
8-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: M197 Name: 20mm Gatling Gun
Capability:
materiel targets, and moving or stationary armored targets.
Description:
The M-197 electric cannon is a three-barreled electric Gatling Gun developed primarily for use
by U.S. Army and Marine Corps gunships. It is essentially a lightened version of the General
Electric M61 Vulcan, with three barrels instead of six. Its maximum rate of fire is one quarter
that of the Vulcan, largely to limit its recoil for light aircraft and helicopter use. The M-197 in
the AH-1 is mated to an ammunition storage and handling system that has a capacity of
700 rounds of linked M-50 or PGU series 20mm electrically primed ammunition. The
M-197 utilizes the M-89 or M-89E1 declutching feeder to delink and feed ammunition into
the gun. The M-197 is attached to the A/A49E-7 (V4) turret assembly that provides the
sighting, positioning (+/- 110 degrees azimuth and +30/-50 degrees
elevation/depression), and firing the gun.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - three Barrel, 20mm, externally powered Gatling gun
System Weight (lbs.) - 132
Length (in.) - 71-9
Ammo Type - M50 and PGU series 20 mm ammunition
Rate of fire - 650 shots per minute (SPM)
Dispersion - 8.0 milliradians diameter, 80 percent circle (M50)
Muzzle velocity - 3,380 feet per second
Average recoil force- 1,300 pounds
Drive system - hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic
Feed System - Linked or linkless
Aircraft:
AH-1W Super Cobra
AH-1Z Super Cobra
Contractor - General Dynamics Armament and Technical Products
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: US Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command Armament
and Chemical and Logistics Activity (TACOM-ACALA)
Technical Order:
8-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: M2A1 Name: “Bofors” Cannon (40mm)
Capability:
targets.
Description:
Single barreled automatic cannon chambered in 40mm (L60). The weapon is flexible mounted
on a trainable gun mount on the AC-130H/U.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Single Barrel, automatic loader, manually fed
Length (ft.) - 12
Ammo Type - Armor Piercing Tracer (APT), HEIP (see ammunition section for
details)
Dispersion (Hardstand) - 0.6 mils
Aircraft:
AC-130H/U
Other use: Worldwide use as AAA gun system (antiquated).

Contractor - None
Status - Inventory
8-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: M230 Name: 30mm Chain Gun
Capability:
materiel targets, and moving or stationary armored targets.
Description:
The M230 is a single barrel, externally powered (3 HP electric motor), electrically fired, chain
driven weapon. It is mounted in the lower section of the gun turret on the underside of the
Apache Helicopter. It fires 30mm Linkless ammunition at a rate of 625 + 25 shots per minute
(SPM). The M230 Gun has a positive cook-off safety (open bolt clearing) and double jam
prevention.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - externally powered (6.5 HP) Chain Gun
Ammo handling system - linear linkless
Ammo storage capacity - 1200 rounds M789
Rate-of-fire - 625+ 25 SPM
Weight (lbs.) - 127
Length (in.) - 66
Barrel life - to 10,000 round
Maximum range - 4,000 m
Effective range - 1,500 m
Ammunition used:
- M788 (TP) Target Practice
- M789 (HEDP) High Explosive Dual Purpose
- M799 (HEI) High Explosive Incendiary
- M848 DUMMY
Aircraft:
AH-64 Apache
MH-60 DAP
Contractor - McDonnell Douglas Helicopter Systems (MDHS)
Status - Inventory
US Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command Armament and Chemical and Logistics
Activity (TACOM-ACALA)
Technical Order:
8-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: M240D Name: Machine Gun (7.62mm)
Capability:
materiel targets. The gun provides a light-weight, self defense fire capability for rotary wing
aircraft.
Description:
The M240D is a single barrel automatic machine gun, chambered in caliber 7.62x51 mm.
Flexible and fixed mount capable for use on various rotary wing aircraft.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Single Barrel, Air-Cooled, Belt Fed
Weight (lbs.) - 65
Length (in.) - 39
Cyclic Rate of Fire - 650 - 950 shots per minute (SPM)
Ammo Type - Cartridge, 7.62 mm (Ball/Tracer/Dim Tracer) (see ammunition section
for details).
Aircraft:
HH-60G
UH-1N/Y
Other Use: Worldwide use in various configurations on vehicles and as dismounted crew
served weapon.
Contractor - FN Herstal
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: 11W2-6-5-2 (Gun); 11813-10-7 (Ammo)
8-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: M61A1 Name: “Vulcan” Cannon (20mm)
Capability:
Damage/destroy aerial targets, suppress/incapacitate personnel targets, damage or destroy
moving and stationary light materiel targets.
Description:
Six barreled automatic cannon chambered in 20x102mm. This weapon is fixed mounted on
fighter aircraft.
Characteristics:
linkless helical or linear linkless feed.
Weight (lbs.) - 255
Length (in.) - 72
Cyclic Rate of Fire - SPM 2,500 - 6,000 shots per minute (SPM); (capable up to 7200 SPM)
Ammo Type - API, HEI, SAPHEI, HEIT, TP, TPT (see ammunition section for details)
- Dispersion (80% dia) - 8 mils
Aircraft:
F-15A-E
F-16A-D
F/A-18A-F
Other use: Phalanx Ship Defense System

Status - Inventory
8-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: M61A2 Name: Lightweight Cannon (20mm)
Capability:
Damage/destroy aerial targets, suppress/incapacitate personnel targets, damage or destroy
moving and stationary light materiel targets.
Description:
Light weight six barreled automatic cannon chambered in 20x102mm. This weapon is fixed
mounted on fighter aircraft.
Characteristics:
Linkless helical or linear linkless feed.
Weight (lbs.) - 200
Cyclic Rate of Fire, shots per minute (SPM) - 4,000 or 6,000 selectable.
Muzzle Velocity - 1,030 m/s
Ammo Type - API, HEI, SAPHEI, HEIT, TP, TPT (see ammunition section for details)
- Dispersion (80% dia) - 8 mils
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-F
F-22A

Status - Inventory
8-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: Mk44 Name: “Bushmaster” Cannon (30mm)
Capability:
targets.
Description: Light weight single barreled automatic cannon chambered in 30x173mm.
Characteristics:
Gun Type - Externally (electrical) powered, single barreled, (Chain Gun), air cooled,
linear linkless or clip (manual) feed.
Weight (lbs.) - 341
Length (ft.) - 12
Ammo Type - HEI/TP
- Dispersion (80% dia) - 0.5 mils
USAF Aircraft:
None
Other Use: Use in various configurations on Armored Vehicles and Maritime craft. Also being
tested for USN Rapid Mine Clearing System (RAMICS).

Contractor - ATK/Boeing
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: 11W1-12-16-2 (Gun);
8-15 FOUO
8-16 FOUO
CHAPTER NINE1 June 2009
IMPULSE CARTS, BOMB RACKS,
LAUNCHERS and PYLONS

Nomenclature: ARD 446-1B Name: Impulse Cartridge
Description:
The general function of this cartridge is to jettison bombs and external stores (i.e., weapons,
pylons, racks, etc.) from the aircraft. This cartridge is mainly used by the USAF. It is electrically
fired from aircraft power and has a defined shelf and service life. It is interchangeable with the
Navy CCU-43/B (which is going obsolete) and CCU-106/B.
Dimensions:
Operation:
Cartridge has a one amp, one watt hero capacity
Aircraft:
Various
9-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: ARD 863-1A1W Name: Impulse Cartridge
Description:
The general function of this cartridge is to jettison bombs and external stores (i.e., weapons,
pylons, racks, etc.) from the aircraft. This cartridge is mainly used by the USAF. It is electrically
fired from aircraft power and has a defined shelf and service life. It is interchangeable with the
Navy CU-44/B (which is going obsolete) and CCU-107/B.
Dimensions:
Operation:
Cartridge has a one amp, one watt hero capacity
Aircraft:
Various
9-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: BBU-35/B Name: Impulse Cartridge
Description:
This is a cylindrical aluminum case containing a firing electrode, bridge-wire, and propellant to
generate gas pressure and eject chaff payload out of a plastic chaff cartridge into the aircraft
slipstream to disperse several thousand various frequency reflective dipole elements. It is
electrically fired from aircraft power and has a defined shelf and service life.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 0.50
Diameter (in.) - 0.625 (flange) 0.49 (body)
Aircraft:
Various
Dispenser:
All ALE-40 Series
Countermeasure:
RR-170 and RR-180 Chaff; and M206, M211, M212, MJU-46, MJU-48/B, MJU-50 and MJU-51
flares
Operation:
Cartridge has one amp, one watt no fire, and 4.25 watt all fire
Technical Order: 11A16-39-7 and 11A16-40-7
9-3 FOUO
Description:
generate gas pressure, heat/flame to ignite and eject flare payload out of an aluminum cartridge
into the aircraft slipstream as a countermeasure to IR missiles. It is electrically fired from
aircraft power and has a defined shelf and service life.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 0.55
Operation:
Aircraft:
Various
Dispenser:
ALE-40 Series
Countermeasure:
MJU-7, MJU-10/B, MJU-40/B, and MJU-47/B IR Flares
Technical Order: 11A16-40-7 and 11A16-43-7
9-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: BBU-46/B & A/B Name: Impulse Cartridge
Description:
The general function of cartridge BBU-46/B is to use gas pressure to push the flare’s piston and
the flare pellet out of the ejector tube into the aircraft’s slipstream for ignition of the flare pellet.
The BBU-46A/B impulse cartridge functions in a similar manner. The main difference is it
provides hot gas for ignition of the flare pellet after ejection from the ejector tube. It is
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 0.55
Operation:
Aircraft:
B-1B
Dispenser:
ALE-49
Countermeasure:
MJU-23
9-5 FOUO
Description:
This is a cylindrical aluminum case containing a circuit board with two firing electrodes, bridge-
wires, and two cylinders with propellant charges. When fired separately, each cylinder contains
propellant to generate gas pressure and eject two payloads off into the aircraft slipstream to
disperse several thousand various frequency reflective dipole elements. The general function
of this cartridge is to use gas pressure to push the chaff cartridge piston and payload out of the
chaff cartridge. This will disperse chaff dipole elements into the aircraft slipstream. It is
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 0.65
Aircraft:
Various
Operation:
Dispenser:
All ALE-40 Series
Countermeasure:
RR-180
9-6 FOUO
Description:
This cartridge is used to eject flares from the F-22A. It consists of a bridge-wire ignition mix,
booster, and main propellant charge in a sealed housing. It is a case grounded electrically fired
cartridge with 1A1W no-fire. Shelf and service life are applicable to this cartridge.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 0.65
Diameter (in.) - 1.120 (flange), .956 (body)
Weight (lbs.) - Unknown
Net Explosive Weight (lbs.) - ~0.0043
Aircraft:
F-22A
9-7 FOUO
Description:
This cartridge is used to eject stores from BRU-44 Bomb Rack and is used exclusively by the
USAF. It consists of a bridge-wire initiated igniter, two booster charges and a main propellant
charge in a sealed aluminum case. It is a non-case grounded electrically fired cartridge with
1A1W no-fire. The latest version is anodized for better corrosion protection. Shelf and service
life are applicable to this cartridge.
Dimensions:
Diameter (in.) - 1.238 (flange), 1.110 (body)
Net Explosive Weight (lbs.) - 0.0556
Aircraft:
B-2A BRU-44 bomb rack
9-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: M796 Name: Impulse Cartridge
Description:
generate gas pressure, heat/flame to ignite and push the flare ejections and payload out of an
aluminum cartridge into the aircraft slipstream as a countermeasure to IR missiles. It is
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 0.50
Operation:
Aircraft:
RU-2, H-58, AH-1, RV-1, OV-1D, UH-1, RC-12, C-12,
UC-35, UH-60, HH-60, EH-60, CH-47, AH-64
Dispenser:
ALE-40 Series, M130, AN/ALQ-212(V)
Countermeasure:
M206 Aircraft Countermeasure Flare, M212 Aircraft Countermeasure Flare, M211 Infrared
Countermeasure Decoy
US Army RDECOM ARDEC
AMSRD-AAR-AEE-W, Bldg. 21
Picatinny, NJ 07806-5000
9-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: MK 107 Name: Impulse Cartridge
Description:
The Impulse Cartridge MK 107 Mod 1 is electrically initiated. The cartridge consists of a screw-
in type steel case with an O-ring, steel-trap plate containing approximately one gram of
propellant and a closure disc. The main charge of the cartridge is approximately 24 grams of
double base propellant. Cartridge threads are coated with a dry film lubricant.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 4.35
Diameter (in.) - 1.737 (body), charged end diameter 1.253
Operation:
When the cartridge is fired, the resulting gas pressure operates the store release/ejector
mechanism. The recommended firing current is 10+/- 0.5 amps. It is used in the Navy MXU-
611 Fuel Tank Release Mechanism and LAU-93A (Phoenix Missile) Launcher and in the Air
Force B-1B Rotary Launcher.
Aircraft:
B-1B
Dispenser: Power source in launchers and jettison release mechanisms.
Technical Order: 11P-1-27DB-1
9-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: 14-Inch Bomb Rack Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
The 14-inch ejector rack assembly provides the means for the carriage and release of airborne
stores with 14-inch lug spacing. It is installed in the conventional bomb module. The
14-inch ejector rack assembly consists of a linkage mechanism supported between two side
plates held together by two cast steel end blocks. These end blocks support the hooks and
attach to the conventional bomb module structure. The rack is a compact device lying
completely within a 3-inch wide envelope bounded by the two side plates.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 3.00
Height (in.) - 7.00
Aircraft:
B-1B
575 CBSS/GBLE, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order: 11B29-3-56-11

FORWARD
9-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: A-6 Bomb Release Name: Bomb Release
(Left and Right Hand)
Description:
The Type A-6 release is an electrically actuated, spring loaded, mechanical trigger, which
actuates the levers on the bomb shackle attached to the cluster bomb rack. Each bomb and
shackle combination, when mounted in a bomb rack, requires either a right or a left hand
release in order to actuate the shackle and release the bomb. Both right and left hand releases
are required in any bomb rack. The functioning parts of the release, except the arms, which
engage the bomb shackle, are contained in the protective coated die-case AMS4291 aluminum
arm and release housing assembly, which has a sealed cover and connector on the backside.
However, internal hardware, release and salvo solenoids and springs are identical in both units.
Both configurations of the Type A-6 release perform the same function.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 5.75
Width (in.) - 4.0
Height (in.) - 1.5
Weight (lbs.) - 3.0
Aircraft:
B-52H
9-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: AERO 7A-5 Name: Bomb Rack Ejector
Assembly
Description:
The Navy and Marine Corps use the AERO 7A-5 Bomb Ejector Rack Assembly. Stores include
the MK 80, Mines, Pods (countermeasure/jamming system), 14 and 30 inch suspension. It
uses cantered ejector cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
Weight (lbs.) - 50
Aircraft:
EA-6B
Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-5D20
AERO 7A-5 Bomb Ejector Rack Assembly
9-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: AERO 7B-4 Name: Bomb Rack Ejector
Assembly
Description:
The Navy and Marine Corps use the AERO 7B-4 Bomb Ejector Rack Assembly. Stores include
the MK 80, Mines, Pods (countermeasure/jamming system), 14 and 30 inch suspension. It
uses cantered ejector cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
Weight (lbs.) - 50
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-F
Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-5D-20
AERO 7B-4 Bomb Ejector Rack Assembly
9-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: B-11 Bomb Shackle Name: Bomb Shackle
Description:
The B-11 shackle uses a mechanical interface system with the cluster bomb rack assembly to
operate the release mechanism of the shackle. Upon actuation, the shackle releases stores
between 100 and 1,600 lbs. The B-11 shackle incorporates two hooks in tandem with a 14 inch
suspension capability.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 0.625
Height (in.) - 4.125
Aircraft:
B-52H
540 ACSS/GFLCB, Tinker AFB, OK
9-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-15/A Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
The Navy uses the BRU-15A on the wing stations of the P-3C. Stores include the AGM-84D
Harpoon and the PDU-5/B MK 20 Rockeye II Leaflet Canister. This bomb release unit provides
suspension and release of conventional and nuclear weapon/stores of up to 2,000 pounds with
14-inch suspension (Aero 1A adapter assemblies may be attached to increase the bomb rack to
30-inch suspension capability). It uses ejector cartridges. It connects to the aircraft special
weapons release and control system to provide cable-actuated manual release, auxiliary
unlock, and mechanical arming of a weapon/store. Linear Electromechanical Actuator consists
of a spring-loaded plunger that is mechanically locked and electrically released, providing the
force to initiate hook release. Mechanical arming of a weapon/store is accomplished through
two electrically actuated arming solenoids, which are mounted in the frame assembly. The
BRU-15 is capable of suspension and release of a weapon/store in either an armed or safe
condition. A safety mechanism is provided to positively lock the release mechanism when a
safety pin is installed.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
Weight (lbs.) - 17 lbs
TYPE - Bomb Rack (Gravity)
Aircraft:
MQ-9
P-3C
Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-5E-18
9-16 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-32A/A Name: Ejector Unit Rack
Assembly
Description:
The Navy and Marine Corps use the BRU-32A/A Ejector Unit Rack Assembly. Stores include
the MK 80/GBU Series, Mines (Aircraft laid), JDAM, , PODS (Reconnaissance/Jamming
Systems), Launchers, 14 inch Suspension. It uses ejector cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 37
Width (in.) - 7.3
Height (in.) - 7.5
TYPE - Ejector Unit Rack Assembly (Ejector Cartridges)
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-D
Technical Order: AW-382AC-750-000
9-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-32B/A Name: Ejector Unit Rack
Assembly
Description:
The Navy and Marine Corps use the BRU-32B/A Ejector Unit Rack Assembly. Stores include
the MK 80/GBU Series, Mines (Aircraft laid), JDAM, PODS (Reconnaissance/Jamming
Systems), Launchers, 14 inch Suspension. It uses ejector cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 37
Width (in.) - 7.3
Height (in.) - 7.5
TYPE - Ejector Unit Rack Assembly (Ejector Cartridges)
Aircraft:
F/A-18AE-F
BRU-32B/A Ejector Unit Rack Assembly
9-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-33A/A Name: Canted Vertical Ejector
Rack (CVER)
Description:
The BRU-33A/A CVER incorporates a 5.5-degre cant to each ejector unit to improve weapon
separation characteristics. It has 14-in. hooks and is capable of carrying two stores ranging
from 10 to 16 in. in diameter and weighing up to 1,000 lb. each. It is attached to the BRU-32
Bomb rack. Store ejection is accomplished by two cartridge-generated gas pressure ejectors.
The rack provides for automatic sway-bracing through the use of spring-loaded, self-adjusting
wedges. The Navy and Marine Corps use the BRU-33A/A Rack Assembly.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 69.8
Width (in.) - 29.3
Height (in.) - 10.1
Weight (lbs.) - 200
TYPE - Vertical Ejector Rack Assembly (Cantered) (Ejector Cartridges)
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-F
BRU-33A/A Ejector Rack Assembly
9-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-36A/A Name: Bomb Ejector Rack
Description:
The Marine Corps uses the BRU-36A/A Bomb Ejector Rack. Stores include the MK 80 Series,
MK 20 Series, PODS (Countermeasure/Jamming Systems), 14 inch Suspension. It uses
ejector cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
TYPE - Aircraft Bomb Ejector Rack (Ejector Cartridges)
Aircraft:
AV-8B
Technical Order: AW-380VB-MIB-000
9-20 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-36B/A Name: Bomb Ejector Rack
Description:
The Marine Corps uses the BRU-36A/A Bomb Ejector Rack. Stores include the MK 80 Series,
MK 20 Series, PODS (Countermeasure/Jamming Systems), 14 inch Suspension. It uses
ejector cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
Aircraft:
AV-8B
Technical Order: AW-380VB-MIB-000
9-21 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-41/A Name: Improved Multiple Ejector
Rack (IMER)
Description:
The BRU-41/A IMER is capable of carrying up to six stores, each store weighting up to 1,000 lb.
A cartridge-activated mechanism is used to provide for store ejection. The rack weights 282
lbs. and provides the necessary interface for store sensing, arming, and ejector breech firing.
Firing sequence is back to front of center, left, then right stations. The Navy uses the BRU-41/A
IMER. Stores include practice bombs (MK-76 and BDU-48, LGTR, LUU-2, ITALD, 14 inch
Suspension. It uses ejector cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 156
Width (in.) - 16
Height (in.) - 18
Weight (lbs.) - 282
TYPE - Improved Multiple Ejector Rack (Ejector Cartridges)
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-F
9-22 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-42/A Name: Improved Triple Ejector
Rack (ITER)
Description:
The BRU-41/A ITER is capable of carrying up to three stores, each store weighing up to
1,000 lb. A cartridge-activated mechanism is used to provide for store ejection. The rack
provides the necessary interface for store sensing, arming, and ejector breech firing. Firing
sequence is centerline, left shoulder, right shoulder. The Navy and Marine Corps use the BRU-
42/A. Stores include the Practice Bombs MK-76 and BDU-48, MK-58, LGTR, LUU-2, ITALD,
MK 80 series.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 67
Width (in.) - 16
Height (in.) - 18
Weight (lbs.) - 112
TYPE - Improved Triple Ejector Rack (Ejector Cartridges)
Aircraft:
AV-8B
F/A18A-F
9-23 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-44B/A Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
The ejector has electrically fired impulse cartridges that drive a gas-operated mechanism. The
ejector is equipped with two sets of shackles, one set spaced 14 inches apart and one set
spaced 30 inches apart, connected by a linkage system to a center bell crank from which the
hooks can be manually opened or closed. The ejector is designed to carry conventional or
nuclear weapons or external fuel tanks, and is designed to resist the elements of a nuclear blast
exposure. The ejector is composed of two side plate assemblies, a top panel, a shackle and
linkage assembly, two piston assemblies, two orifice blocks, a gas tube assembly, a gas
generator assembly, three arming solenoids, an in-flight safety lock assembly, and a wire
harness assembly.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 3.0
Height (in.) - 11.25 (including sway brace pads), 8.0 (excluding sway brace pads)
Aircraft:
B-2A
9-24 FOUO
Description:
The BRU-46/A rack uses electrically fired dual impulse cartridges to generate gas pressure to
operate the rack’s release and eject mechanism. Upon actuation, the rack release/eject
mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional stores (not nuclear capable) up to
and including 500 lb weight class. The BRU-46/A rack incorporates two hooks in tandem
providing 14 inch suspension capability (not 30 inch suspension capable). Each sway brace
arm pivots and locks independently of the others to engage the store.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 2.00
Height (in.) - 6.00
Aircraft:
BRU-57/A Smart Rack
F-15E
F-22A
9-25 FOUO
Description:
The BRU-47/A rack uses electrically fired dual impulse cartridges to generate gas pressure to
operate the rack’s release and eject mechanism. Upon actuation, the rack release/eject
mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional and special stores up to and
including 5000 lb weight class. The BRU-47/A rack incorporates four hooks in tandem providing
14 and 30 inch suspension capability. Each sway brace arm pivots and locks independently of
the others to engage the store.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 3.00
Height (in.) - 6.70
Aircraft:
F-15E
F-22A
9-26 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-52 Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
This release device is used as the interface between the Bomb Rack Assembly (BRA) and the
bomb. It contains the electrical and mechanical components that allow the bomb to be released
from the BRA. The release device is used for carrying and releasing up to and including 1,000
lb. class stores with 14 inch lug spacings. A cocked release device may be released by an
electrical signal or with a manually applied load. It can be locked in the cocked position by
inserting a cable-controlled safing pin in the mechanism. The release device includes two
arming solenoids a release solenoid, and a transfer switch. All solenoids incorporate diodes to
prevent back Electromotive Force (EMF), and connecting circuits have Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI) protection.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 11.50
Height (in.) - 6.00
Aircraft:
B-2A
9-27 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-55/A Name: Bomb Ejector Rack
Description:
The Navy uses the BRU-55/A Bomb Ejector Rack. Stores include JDAM. It uses ejector
cartridges.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
Weight (lbs.) - 236
Aircraft:
F/A-18C-F
9-28 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-56/A Name: Aircraft Ejector Bomb Rack
(A.K.A. 30 Inch Ejector Rack)
Description:
The BRU-56/A rack uses electrically fired dual impulse cartridges (MK107) to generate gas
pressure to operate the racks release and eject mechanism. Upon actuation, the rack
release/eject mechanism forcibly ejects conventional stores up to 4000 lbs. The BRU-56/A rack
incorporates two hooks in tandem providing 30 inch suspension capability. Each sway brace
arm must be manually adjusted to engage the store.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 7.952 (w/o sway braces)
Height (in.) - 5.75 (rack only); 13.25 (rack with pistons); 14.50 (rack with pistons and
sway braces)
Aircraft:
B-1B
327 BMSG/GFCC, Tinker AFB, OK
Technical Order: 11N-H5086-2
9-29 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-57/A Name: Smart Bomb Rack
Description:
The BRU-57/A allows carriage of two smart weapons (up to 1,000 lb class) on a single aircraft
station. The rack uses MIL-STD-1760 for aircraft-to-rack and rack-to-weapon interface. The
rack is currently used with the Joint Stand-Off Weapon (JSOW) and Wind Corrected Munitions
Dispenser (WCMD) configured munitions. Future expansion is planned for other
MIL-STD-1760 compatible aircraft and weapon systems. The BRU-57/A strongback attaches to
aircraft with 30 inch suspension and both BRU-46/A racks have two hooks in tandem providing
14 inch suspension capability. Each sway brace arm pivots and locks independently of the
others to engage the store.
Configuration Specifics:
BRU-57/A (Air Force)
BRU-33 vertical ejector rack strongback, 2 BRU-46 ejector units
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 29.00
Height (in.) - 7.10
Aircraft:
F-16 (two Precision Guided Munition (PGM) carriage)

BRU-57 for the F-16 with two
BRU-46/A Bomb Release Units
9-30 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-59/A Name: Bomb Ejector Rack
Description:
The Navy and Marine Corps use the BRU-59A Bomb Ejector Rack. Stores include the LAU-61,
LAU-68 Rocket Pod, M299 Hellfire Launcher Aircraft Bomb Ejector Rack (ejector carftridge).
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
Aircraft:
AH-1Z
UH-1N
UH-1Y
BRU-59/A Aircraft Bomb Ejector Rack
9-31 FOUO
Nomenclature: BRU-61/A Name: Common Carriage Assembly
Description:
The BRU-61/A is suspended from the aircraft parent bomb rack and uses the aircraft MIL-STD-
1760 electrical interface at each aircraft station. The BRU-61/A carriage system provides
carriage of four GBU-39/B weapons. BRU-61/A carriage systems will generally be delivered
loaded with munitions to each operating location munitions storage area. The interface
electronics in the carriage system provide a method to distribute the weapons status, control
release sequence, and initiate the INS/GPS signals to all weapons on the dispenser.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 126.40
Width (in.) - 14.00
Aircraft:
F-15E
Objective:
B-2A
BRU-61/A with 4 GBU-39/B
9-32 FOUO
Description:
The BRU-67/A has 14 inch hooks and uses a high pressure pneumatic system to safely eject
and separate weapons/stores. The rack contains a Pneumatic Power Module (PPM) with two
pressure vessel’s containing 5000 PSI. The rack incorporates a semi-automatic swaybrace that
is integral with the ejector piston to restrain the movement of the weapon/store during captive
and employment mode. The rack has three installed Zero Retention Force (ZRF)
electromechanical arming units, one forward, center and aft. Additionally, the rack has four
Positive Arming Units (PAU) on the operating side of the rack. The rack has a selectable pitch
setting control along with a dump valve to vent the pneumatic energy contained in the pressure
vessels. The rack has a safe/arm lever which provides a visual status of the condition of the
rack and has four positions, safe, safe and unlocked, armed and download. A Reversible In-
Flight Locking (RIFL) mechanism is incorporated to provide electromechanical safing/arming
and is spring biased to fail-safe to the safe mode. The RIFL incorporates a firing circuit
interrupt that prevents the rack from firing until the system is armed. The rack also provides for
automatic safing when both hooks are properly latched. The rack is currently only used in the
weapons bay of the F-35/B (Short Take Off and Vertical Landing STOVL) variant of the F-35.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.0
Aircraft:
F-35B
Lockheed Martin Aerospace, Fort Worth, Tx
Technical Order: F-35 Automated Joint Technical Data (JTD) system
9-33 FOUO
Description:
The BRU-68/A has 14 inch and 30 inch hooks and uses a high pressure pneumatic system to
safely eject and separate weapons/stores. The rack contains a Pneumatic Power Module
(PPM) with two pressure vessel’s containing 5000 PSI. The rack incorporates a semi-automatic
swaybrace that is integral with the ejector piston to restrain the movement of the weapon/store
during captive and employment mode. The rack has three installed Zero Retention Force (ZRF)
electromechanical arming unit’s, one forward, center and aft. Additionally, the rack has four
Positive Arming Units (PAU) on the operating side of the rack. The rack has a selectable pitch
setting control along with a dump valve to vent the pneumatic energy contained in the pressure
vessels. The rack has a safe/arm lever which provides a visual status of the condition of the
rack and has four positions, safe, safe and unlocked, armed and download. A Reversible In-
Flight Locking (RIFL) mechanism is incorporated to provide electromechanical safing/arming
and is spring biased to fail-safe to the safe mode. The RIFL incorporates a firing circuit
interrupt that prevents the rack from firing until the system is armed. The rack also provides for
automatic safing when both hooks are properly latched. The rack is currently used in the
weapons bay of the F-35A/C (Common Take Off and Landing (CTOL) and Carrier Variant (CV)
variant of the F-35 internal and externally on all F-35 variants.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 85.5
Height (in.) - 4.0
Aircraft:
F-35/A/B/C
9-34 FOUO
Nomenclature: CBR Name: Cluster Bomb Rack
Description:
There are three Cluster Bomb Rack Assemblies installed in the bomb bay area of the B-52H
aircraft. Each Cluster Bomb Rack Assembly consists of two outboard grids and one inboard
grid, supported by a forward support beam and aft support beam. Each rack has three pairs of
hooks to support the Type B-11 bomb shackle. Type A-6 bomb releases (one for each pair of
hooks) are mounted on the racks to actuate the shackles. The forward and aft support beams,
which support the two outboard and one in-board grid, are secured to the fuel tank deck with
rack support fittings.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 80.0
Width (in.) - 22.0
Aircraft:
B-52H
Technical Order: 11B29-3-21-2WP 002 00
9-35 FOUO
Nomenclature: MA-4 Name: Family of 14” Bomb Racks
Description:
Types MA-4A and MA-4B bomb racks are manufactured by Handley Industries Inc. This
equipment is a two-hook bomb rack for internal or external installation in trainer fighters, support
and cargo aircraft. It will carry a bomb up to and including 1600 pounds, carry and release
chemical bombs and, when combined with a pylon, will accommodate jettisonable fuel tanks.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 17.09375
Width (in.) - 1.40625
Weight (lbs.) - 7
Hook Spacing (in.) - 14
Maximum load ability: 10,000 pounds
Ambient temperature range: 54°C to 73.6°C (-65°F to 1600°F)
Voltage: 18 to 28 V dc
Aircraft:
C-130, AT-38B, and Special Application Aircraft
9-36 FOUO
Nomenclature: MAU-12 Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
The MAU-12 rack uses electrically fired dual impulse cartridges to generate gas pressure to
operate the racks release and eject mechanism. Upon actuation, the rack release/eject
mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional or nuclear stores up to and
including 5000 lb weight class or external fuel tanks. The MAU-12 rack incorporates 4 hooks in
tandem providing 14 and 30 inch suspension capability. Each sway brace arm must be
manually adjusted to engage the store.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 3.00
Height (in.) - 6.26
Aircraft:
AC-130H and U
B-52H
F-15
F-16
MC-130H Talon II
9-37 FOUO
Nomenclature: MAU-40/A Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
The MAU-40/A rack uses electrically fired dual impulse cartridges to generate gas pressure to
mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional stores (not nuclear capable) up to
and including 5000 lb weight class or external fuel tanks. The MAU-40/A rack incorporates four
hooks in tandem providing 14 and 30 inch suspension capability. The MAU-40A is essentially a
MAU-12 except it does not contain the safety wiring and in-flight safety lock for nuclear
munitions. Each sway brace arm must be manually adjusted to engage the store.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 3.00
Aircraft:
A-10
AC-130H and U
MC-130H Talon II
9-38 FOUO
Nomenclature: MAU-50/A Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
The MAU-50/A rack uses electrically fired dual impulse cartridges to generate gas pressure to
mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional stores (not nuclear capable)
and/or external fuel tanks up to 2000 lbs with a diameter between nine and 30 inches. The
MAU-50/A rack incorporates two hooks in tandem providing 14 inch suspension capability
(not 30 inch suspension capable). Each sway brace arm must be manually adjusted to engage
the store.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 3.00
Aircraft:
A-10
9-39 FOUO
Nomenclature: SBRA Name: Smart Bomb Rack Assembly
Description:
The Smart Bomb Rack Assembly (SBRA) is a modified Bomb Rack Assembly with the
additional of a left and right wired junction box assembly, a Smart Bomb Release Controller
(SBRC) and umbilical cables that allow the SBRA to support a partial or full load of 20
MIL-STD-1760 weapons, in addition to the load configurations of the BRA. The SBRA consists
of a BRA with the addition of two wired junction box assemblies mounted on the aft end of the
two stanchion assemblies, two modified aft clip-in latch/lock drives, and a new Smart Bomb
Release Controller (SBRC). The SBRC is the only Mission Management Subsystem (MMS)
Line Replaceable Unit (LRU) installed on the SBRA. The electrical system is modified by the
addition of a primary power cable and 20 umbilical cables.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 65.30
Weight (lbs.) - 1,347.00 to 1,677.00 (Depending on Configuration)
Aircraft:
B-2A
Technical Order: 11-B29-3-66-1
9-40 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-20 Name: Bomb Dispenser
Description:
The SUU-20/A dispenser attaches to aircraft with 14 and 30 inch lug suspension and is capable
of launching four 2.75 inch diameter Folding Fin Aircraft Rocket (FFAR) and six practice bombs.
Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and rocket thrust propels store to slide forward,
disengaging from launcher, and flying to target. Practice bombs are ejected by a gas-driven
piston ram and free-fall to the target. Both rockets and bombs can be fired in a single mode or
a ripple mode. The SUU-20/A dispenser provides mechanical and electrical interface between
rocket/bomb and aircraft.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 122.00
Height/Width (in.) - 19.30 X 12.25 (Elliptical Shape)
Weight (lbs.) - 241.00 to 330.00 (Depending on Configuration)
Aircraft:
F-15
F-16
9-41 FOUO
Nomenclature: TER-9/A Name: Bomb Rack
Description:
The TER-9/A uses electrically fired impulse cartridges (three total, one per rack) to generate
gas pressure to operate the racks release and eject mechanism. Upon actuation, the rack
release/eject mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional stores (not nuclear
capable) up to 1000 lbs each. Each rack can carry stores with a diameter between 9 and 16
inches (max diameter of 18.6 when loaded single). Stores can be fired independently or
simultaneously with ripple delay, and a firing order of center, left, and right. The TER-9/A bomb
rack strongback attaches to aircraft with 30 inch suspension and each of the three stores racks
have two hooks in tandem providing 14 inch suspension capability only. Each sway brace arm
must be manually adjusted to engage the store.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 15.00
Aircraft:
A-10
F-16
9-42 FOUO
Nomenclature: TER-9/A MOD Name: Bomb Rack (High Speed)
Description:
The Modified TER-9/A uses electrically fired impulse cartridges (three total, one per rack) to
generate gas pressure to operate the rack’s release and eject mechanism. Upon actuation, the
rack release/eject mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional stores (not
nuclear capable) up to 1000 lbs each. Each rack can carry stores with a diameter between nine
and 16 inches (max diameter of 18.6 when loaded single). Stores can be fired independently or
simultaneously with ripple delay, and a firing order of center, left, and right. The MODIFIED
TER-9/A bomb rack strongback attaches to aircraft with 30 inch suspension and each of the
three stores racks have two hooks in tandem providing 14 inch suspension capability only.
Each sway brace arm must be manually adjusted to engage the store. The skin of the
MODIFIED TER-9/A is aerodynamically shaped to enhance drag coefficient and covered with
spray-on radar absorbent material.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 15.00
Aircraft:
F-16
9-43 FOUO
Nomenclature: TER-9/A MOD Name: Bomb Rack (Electronic)
Description:
The Modified TER-9/A uses electrically fired impulse cartridges (three total, one per rack) to
generate gas pressure to operate the racks release and eject mechanism. Upon actuation, the
rack release/eject mechanism forcibly ejects, or free fall releases, conventional stores (not
nuclear capable) up to 1000 lbs each. Each rack can carry stores with a diameter between nine
and 16 inches (max diameter of 18.6 when loaded single). Stores can be fired independently,
or simultaneously with ripple delay, and a firing order of center, left, and right. The Modified
TER-9/A bomb rack strongback attaches to aircraft with 30 inch suspension and each of the
three stores racks have two hooks in tandem providing 14 inch suspension capability only.
Each sway brace arm must be manually adjusted to engage the store. The Electronic TER-9/A
was modified from an analog to a digital configuration in order to enhance the station transfer
response time. The end result is to make the TER-9/A more compatible with the F-16 signal
and eliminate hung stores.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 15.00
Weight (lbs) - 105.00
Aircraft:
F-16
9-44 FOUO
Nomenclature: 16S210 Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The 16S210 launcher is hard bolted to the aircraft and is capable of launching a single AIM-9
(Sidewinder) missile. The 16S210 launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface
between missile and aircraft. Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and missile thrust
propels store to slide forward, disengaging from launcher, and flying to target.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 105.00
Width (in.) - 3.00
Height (in.) - 5.00
Weight (lbs.) - Approximately 70.00
Aircraft:
F-16
Technical Order: 11L1-2-16-2
9-45 FOUO
Nomenclature: AGMBRL Name: Aircraft Guided Missile
and Bomb Rotary Launcher
Description:
The B-52H can carry one Aircraft Guided Missile and Bomb Rotary Launcher (AGMBRL). The
launcher will suspend and forcibly release eight conventional or nuclear stores. The launcher’s
eight stand-alone MAU-12 bomb racks incorporate four hooks in tandem providing 14 and 30
inch suspension capability. This configuration provides a total payload in excess of 20,000 lbs.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 267.00
Diameter (in.) - 15.00 (Launcher shaft) 40.00 (Cable reel)
Weight (lbs.) - 2,616.00 (Basic launcher)
Aircraft:
B-52H
Technical Order: 11N-L5001-2
9-46 FOUO
Nomenclature: CBM Name: Conventional Bomb Module
Description:
The Conventional Bomb Module (CBM) will suspend and forcibly eject up to 28 ea MK-82 Air
Inflatable Retarder (AIR) bombs, 28 ea MK36 Destructors. When the module is installed in any
of the three aircraft weapons bays, the rotary launcher drive subsystem is mechanically locked
and electronically disabled by the aircraft avionics control unit (ACU) software. The CBM
incorporates two hooks in tandem with a 14 inch suspension capability.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 178.00
Width (in.) - 69.96
Weight (lbs.) - 2,816.00 to 3,513.00
Aircraft:
B-1B
9-47 FOUO
Nomenclature: DRA Name: Dual Rail Adapter
Description:
The Dual Rail Adapter (DRA) structure assembly is compromised of an extruded aluminum
upper body which is stiffened with forward, mid, and aft bulkheads. The forward and mid
bulkheads provide the attachment points for mounting two LAU-105 launchers.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 14.30
Height (in.) - 7.00
Aircraft:
A-10
416 SCMS/GUMBC, Hill AFB, UT
Technical Order: 31S5-4-3032-1
9-48 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-7/A-6, B/A, Name: Guided Missile Launcher
/A-7, B/A-1, C/A, D/A, E/A, and F/A
Description:
The LAU-7 series of guided missile launcher is a rail-type launcher for carrying and launching
the AIM-9 missile family and instrumentation (LATR/TACTS/etc.) pods. The LAU-7 missile
launcher carries an internal cooling source for missile seeker cooling and power supply. The
launcher weighs 90 lb. (includes 4 lb. of nitrogen) and provides for complete system interface.
The LAU-7/A-6, /A-7, B/A, B/A-1, C/A, D/A, and E/A versions can carry and launch the AIM-9M
missile and instrumentation pod variants. The LAU-7D/A and E/A versions have digital power
supplies and are also authorized to carry and launch the AIM-9X missile variant. The LAU-7C/A
and E/A are the only launcher variants that include the High Pressure Pure Air Generator
(HiPPAG) cooling system for seeker head cooling; all other variants contain an internal nitrogen
bottle for AIM-9M missile seeker cooling. The LAU-7/A-6 is used by the Navy and Marine
Corps.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 110
Width (in.) - 4.2
Height (in.) - 5.4
Weight (lbs.) - 90 to 93 (including nitrogen bottle)
Aircraft: Launcher Variant used
F/A-18C-F LAU-7/A-6, LAU-7B/A, LAU-7B/A-1, LAU-7D/A, LAU-7E/A, LAU-7F/A
F/A-18A-B LAU-7/A-7
AV-8B LAU-7C/A
AH-1W LAU-7C/A
AH-1Z LAU-7C/A
LAU-7E/A Aircraft Guided Missile launcher

9-49 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-10C/B, D/B Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-10C/B or LAU-10D/B launchers are used to fire the Navy MK 71 Zuni 5 inch rockets.
The LAU-10 Launcher can fire in single or ripple mode. These launchers have an external
thermal coating that greatly prolongs cook-off protection time. The 5.0 Inch Rocket launchers
are a cylindrical construction of four aluminum launch tubes. These launch tubes are held
together with metal ribs and are covered by an aluminum skin. Launchers can be fitted with
forward and aft frangible fairings depending on overall rocket length and fuzing for airborne
configuration. The launchers are mated mechanically to the aircraft by way of suspension lugs.
The 5.0 Inch Rocket launchers use either a 14 inch or 30 inch suspension. Electrical
connection between the aircraft and the launcher is made through an electrical receptacle
located on top of the launcher center section to the aircraft’s 28 volt armament circuit. The
launchers may be shipped and stored pre-loaded with rocket motors.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Height (in.) -
Weight (lbs.) - 90 to 93 (including nitrogen bottle)
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-F
AV-8B
LAU-10 Series Launcher

9-50 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-61C/A Name: 2.75-inch Rocket Launcher
Description: The LAU-61C/A Navy/Marine Corps launcher can be used on high and low speed
aircraft and helicopters. It attaches to aircraft with 14 inch lug suspension and is capable of
launching nineteen 2.75 inch diameter, Mk 66 Series Wrap Around Folding Fin Aircraft Rockets
(WAFFAR). The LAU-61C/A (19 rounds) rocket launcher is thermally coated. The launcher
can be fired in single (one at a time) or ripple (one after the other in multiple shots) mode. In
ripple mode, the LAU-61C/A can fire 19 rounds in about one second. There are no service life
requirements on the launcher. The launchers are mated mechanically to the aircraft by way of
suspension lugs. Electrical connection between the aircraft and the launcher is made through
an electrical receptacle located on top of the launcher center section to the aircraft’s 28 volt
armament circuit. The launchers may be shipped and stored pre-loaded with rocket motors
(clusters). The launchers are a cylindrical construction of 19 aluminum launch tubes. These
launch tubes are held together with glue and metal bands and are covered by an aluminum
skin. Launchers can be fitted with forward and aft frangible fairings (as required) depending on
overall rocket length for airborne configuration.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 83.2 Airborne configuration w/fairings
Weight (lbs.) - 594 Loaded w/19 Mk 66 motors w/M151 HE Warheads
Carriage Options:
AH-1W and AH-1Z LAU-61C/A
UH-1N and UH-1Y LAU-61C/A
AV-8B LAU-61C/A
F/A-18 LAU-61C/A
Capacity: 19 ea 2.75-inch rockets

Contractor - Arnold Defense and Electronics
Status - Inventory
Improvements - Insensitive Munitions (Launcher Thermal Coating)
Navy NSWC IHDIV, Indian Head, MD
Technical Manual: NAVAIR 11-75A-92
9-51 FOUO
Navy/Marine Corps LAU-61C/A Rocket Launcher (19 Tubes)
9-52 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-68A/A, B/A, D/A Name: 2.75-inch Rocket
and LAU-131/A Launcher
Description: The LAU-68A/A, LAU-68B/A, and the LAU-131/A launchers can be used on high
and low speed aircraft and helicopters. They attach to aircraft with 14 inch lug suspension and
are capable of launching seven 2.75 inch diameter MK-4 or MK-40 Folding Fin Aircraft Rocket
(FFAR). The LAU-131/A has additional capability to fire seven MK-66 Wrap-Around Folding Fin
Aircraft Rockets (WAFFAR). The LAU-68D/A Navy/Marine Corps launchers fire only the MK-66
Rockets (seven). The Navy/Marine Corps launchers are different in they have thermal coating
which during exposure to fire will increase the time to potential detonation of rockets. Stores
fired from this launcher are ignited and rocket thrust propels store to slide forward, disengaging
from launcher and flying to target. The forward frangible fairing disintegrates on rocket impact
and the rear fairing acts as a funnel to direct debris away from the launch aircraft. Rockets can
be fired in single or ripple mode. The LAU-68/LAU-131 launcher provides mechanical and
electrical interface between rocket and aircraft.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 61.29 (83.2 Airborne configuration with fairings)
Weight (lbs.) - 86 (LAU-68) (247 when loaded with 7 MK66 motors with 151 HE
Warheads)
- 97 (LAU-131)
Carriage Options:
A-10 LAU-68A/A, LAU-68B/A, LAU-131/A
F-16A-D LAU-68A/A, LAU-68B/A, LAU-131/A
AH-1W and AH-1Z LAU-68D/A
UH-1N and UH-1Y LAU-68D/A
AV-8B LAU-68D/A
F/A-18 LAU-68D/A
Capacity: 7 ea 2.75-inch rockets

Contractor - Arnold Defense and Electronics
Status - Inventory
Improvements - Insensitive Munitions
Navy NSWC IHCIV, Indian Head, MD
Technical Order:
11L1-3-27-1
Navy Technical Manual: NAVAIR 11-75A-92
9-53 FOUO
Navy/Marine Corps LAU-68D/A Rocket Launcher (Seven Tubes)
9-54 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-88 Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-88A/A launcher attaches to aircraft with 30 inch lug suspension and is capable of
launching up to three AGM-65A, B, or D model Maverick missiles. The LAU-88A/A launcher
provides mechanical and electrical interface between missile and aircraft. Stores are fired
independently with a firing order of outboard, bottom and inboard. Stores fired from this
launcher are ignited and missile thrust propels store to slide forward, disengaging from
launcher, and flying to target.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 27.80
Aircraft:
A-10
F-15E (requires ADU-578 Missile Launcher Adapter)
F-16
9-55 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-105/A Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-105/A launcher attaches directly to aircraft pylon/adapter and is capable of launching
a single AIM-9 Sidewinder missile. The LAU-105/A launcher provides mechanical and electrical
interface between missile and aircraft. Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and missile
thrust propels store to slide forward, disengaging from launcher, and flying to target.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 2.80
Height (in.) - 5.20
Aircraft:
A-10
B-52H (captive carry only)
9-56 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-106A/A Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-106A/A launcher attaches directly to the aircraft fuselage and is capable of
suspending and launching/ejecting a single AIM-7 or AIM-120 missile. The LAU-106A/A
launcher uses electrically fired dual impulse cartridges to generate gas pressure to operate the
release and eject mechanisms. The LAU-106A/A launcher also provides mechanical and
electrical interface between missile and aircraft. Stores fired from this launcher are first
jettisoned away from the aircraft, then ignite and fly to their target.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.00
Height (in.) - 8.00
Aircraft:
F-15A - E
9-57 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-115C/A Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-115C/A (133 lb maximum) is a rail-type guided missile launcher that carries and
launches the AIM-7 series missiles. The LAU-115C/A has provisions for mounting two LAU-127
launchers for AIM-9 or AIM-120 missiles. A jettison adapter is attached to some LAU-115
launchers for improved jettison characteristics. The adapter weighs 35 lb. The LAU-115C/A is
used by the Navy and Marine Corps.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 82
Width (in.) - 7
Height (in.) - 12
Weight (lbs.) - 133 (Maximum)
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-D
Technical Order: NAVAIR 11-75A-115 (AW-394AC-750-000)
LAU-115C/A Aircraft Guided Missile launcher

9-58 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-115D/A Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-115C/A is used by the Navy and Marine Corps. Stores include AIM-7 Sparrow, AIM-9,
and AIM-120.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 82
Width (in.) - 7
Height (in.) - 10
Weight (lbs.) - 120
Aircraft:
F/A-18E-F
LAU-115D/A Aircraft Guided Missile launcher
9-59 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-116/A Name: (LH/RH) Guided Missile
Launcher
Description:
The LAU-116/A guided missile launcher is an ejector-type launcher for carrying and launching
an AIM-7 missile on the two fuselage stations (4 and 6). The LAU-116/A is used by the Navy
and Marine Corps.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 44
Width (in.) - 9.5
Height (in.) - 16
Weight (lbs.) - 65
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-B
LAU-116/A (LH/RH) Aircraft Guided Missile launcher
9-60 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-116A/A Name: (LH/RH) Guided Missile
Launcher
Description:
The LAU-116A/A guided missile launcher is an ejector-type launcher for carrying and launching
the AIM-7 or AIM-120 missile on the two fuselage stations (4 and 6). The LAU-116A/A is used
by the Navy and Marine Corps.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 44
Width (in.) - 9.5
Height (in.) - 16
Weight (lbs.) - 65
Aircraft:
F/A-18C-D
LAU-116A/A (LH/RH) Aircraft Guided Missile launcher
9-61 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-116B/A Name: (LH/RH) Guided Missile
Launcher
Description:
The LAU-116B/A is used by the Navy and Marine Corps. Stores include AIM-7 Sparrow and
AIM-120 AMRAAM.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 44
Width (in.) - 9.5
Height (in.) - 16
Weight (lbs.) - 65
Aircraft:
F/A-18E-F
LAU-116B/A (LH/RH) Aircraft Guided Missile launcher
9-62 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-117(V)2/A Name: Guided Missile
Launcher
Description:
The LAU-117(V)2/A launcher attaches to aircraft with 14 inch or 30 inch lug suspension and is
capable of launching a single AGM-65 Maverick missile (all models). The LAU-117(V)2/A
launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface between missile and aircraft. Stores fired
from this launcher are ignited and missile thrust propels store to slide forward, disengaging from
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 11.00
Weight (lbs.) - 125.00 to 145.00
Aircraft:
AV-8B
F/A-18A-F
P-3C
9-63 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-117A(V)3/A Name: Guided Missile
Launcher
Description:
The LAU-117A(V)3/A launcher attaches to aircraft with 14 inch or 30 inch lug suspension and is
capable of launching a single AGM-65 Maverick missile (all models). The LAU-117A(V)3/A
launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface between missile and aircraft. Stores fired
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 11.00
Weight (lbs.) - 125.00 to 145.00
Aircraft:
A-10
F-15E
F-16
AV-8B
F/A-18A-F
P-3C
9-64 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-118(V)1/A Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-118(V)1/A launcher attaches to aircraft with 30 inch lug suspension and is capable of
launching a single AGM-88 High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missile (HARM). The LAU-118(V)1/A
launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface between missile and aircraft. Electrical
interface is provided through the Aircraft Launcher Interface Computer (ALIC). Stores fired
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 11.65 (across top of housing assembly)
Height (in.) - 8.00 (excluding attach lugs)
Aircraft:
F-16
F/A-18A-F
EA-6B
9-65 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-118A(V)4/A Name: Guided Missile
Launcher
Description:
The LAU-118A(V)4/A launcher attaches to aircraft with 30 inch lug suspension and is capable of
launching a single AGM-88 High-Speed Anti-Radiation Missile (HARM). The LAU-118A(V)4/A
launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface between missile and aircraft. Electrical
interface is provided through the Aircraft Launcher Interface Computer (ALIC) (enables launcher
to be used on F-16’s). Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and missile thrust propels
store to slide forward, disengaging from launcher, and flying to target.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 11.65 (across top of housing assembly)
Height (in.) - 8.00 (excluding attach lugs)
Aircraft:
F-16
F/A-18A-F
EA-6B
9-66 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-127A/A, B/A Name: Guided Missile
D/A, and E/A Launcher
Description:
The LAU-127A/A, LAU-127B/A, LAU-127D/A, and LAU-127E/A guided missile launchers are a
rail-type launcher are capable of carrying and launching a single AIM-9 (Sidewinder) family of
missiles or AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). They contain a
power supply and a supply of nitrogen coolant. The LAU-127A/A, LAU-127B/A LAU-127D/A,
and LAU-127E/A launchers attach to the aircraft with two external attachment bolts. These
launchers provide mechanical and electrical interface between the missile and the aircraft.
Stores fired from these launchers are ignited and missile thrust propels the store to slide
forward, disengaging from the launcher, and flying to the target. These launchers are US Navy
launchers and they utilize nitrogen stored in a bottle inserted in the aft end of the launcher to
cool the seeker of the AIM-9 missile. These launchers are used mainly for under-wing carriage
on the aircraft.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 107.75
Width (in.) - 3.37, 6.43 (at fin retainer)
Height (in.) - 6.09
Weight (lbs.) - LAU-127A/A: 95.9 max (with full nitrogen receiver)
- LAU-127B/A: 98.5 max (with full nitrogen receiver)
- LAU-127D/A: 95.9 max (with full nitrogen receiver)
- LAU-127E/A: 98.5 max (with full nitrogen receiver)
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-F
575 CBSS/GBLA, Robins AFB, GA
9-67 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-127C/A, F/A Name: Guided Missile
Launcher
Description: The LAU-127C/A and LAU-127F/A are capable of launching a single AIM-9
(Sidewinder) family of missiles or AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile
(AMRAAM). The LAU-127C/A and LAU-127F/A launchers attach to the aircraft with two external
attachment bolts. This launcher provide mechanical and electrical interface between the missile
and the aircraft. Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and missile thrust propels the store
to slide forward, disengaging from the launcher, and flying to the target. This launcher is a US
Navy launcher and utilizes compressed air from a HiPPAG unit inserted in the aft end of the
launcher to cool the seeker of the AIM-9 missile. These launchers are used mainly for wing-tip
carriage on the aircraft.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 118.75
Width (in.) - 3.37, 6.43 (at fin retainer)
Height (in.) - 6.09
Weight (lbs.) - LAU-127 C/A: 117 max (with HiPPAG)
- LAU-127 F/A: 117 max (with HiPPAG)
Aircraft:
F/A-18E-F
9-68 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-128A/A, D/A Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-128A/A, D/A (BIT capabilities removed and replaced with dummy parts) launcher
requires the use of an ADU-552, Missile Launcher Adapter, to provide ample missile stabilizer
wing clearance for launch. This adapter is hard-mounted to the pylon and the launcher is hard-
mounted to the adapter with two external attachment bolts. The LAU-128A/A, D/A is capable of
launching a single AIM-9 (Sidewinder) or AIM-120 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile
(AMRAAM). The LAU-128A/A, D/A launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface
between missile and aircraft. Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and missile thrust
propels store to slide forward, disengaging from launcher, and flying to target.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 103.14
Width (in.) - 3.71
Height (in.) - 6.09
Aircraft:
F-15A - E
9-69 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-128B/A Name: Guided Missile
Launcher (BOL)
Description:
The LAU-128B/A launcher requires the use of an ADU-552, Missile Launcher Adapter, to
provide ample missile stabilizer wing clearance for launch. This adapter is hard-mounted to the
pylon and the launcher is hard-mounted to the adapter with two external attachment bolts. The
LAU-128B/A is capable of launching a single AIM-9 (Sidewinder) or AIM-120 (AMRAAM). The
LAU-128B/A launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface between missile and aircraft.
Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and missile thrust propels store to slide forward,
disengaging from launcher, and flying to target. This launcher includes the AN/ALE-58 BOL
Countermeasures Dispenser which allows the aircrew to dispense chaff or infrared expendables
in order to prevent tracking of the aircraft.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 136.38
Width (in.) - 8.82
Height (in.) - 6.09
Aircraft:
F-15A-B
9-70 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-129A/A Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-129A/A launcher attaches to aircraft with three external attachment bolts. The
LAU-129A/A is capable of launching a single AIM-9 (Sidewinder) family of missile or AIM-120
Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). The LAU-129A/A launcher provides
mechanical and electrical interface between missile and aircraft. Stores fired from this launcher
are ignited and missile thrust propels store to slide forward, disengaging from launcher, and
flying to target. There are also five other versions of the LAU-129 produced strictly for foreign
military sales. These are the LAU-129B/A, the LAU-129C/A, the LAU-129D/A, the LAU-129E/A
and the LAU-129F/A. The only difference between these launchers is the material they are
coated with or the color of the coating. All parts are the same as the LAU-129A/A.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 102.98
Width (in.) - 3.62
Height (in.) - 6.00
Aircraft:
F-16
9-71 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-139 Name: Guided Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-139 is capable of launching a single AIM-9 (Sidewinder) family of missiles or AIM-120
Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). The LAU-139 launcher attaches to the
aircraft with two external attachment bolts. This launcher provides mechanical and electrical
interface between the missile and the aircraft. Stores fired from this launcher are ignited and
missile thrust propels the store to slide forward, disengaging from the launcher, and flying to the
target. This launcher is a US Navy Foreign Military Sales (FMS) launcher and utilizes nitrogen
stored in a bottle inserted in the aft end of the launcher to cool the seeker of the AIM-9 missile.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 107.75
Width (in.) - 3.37, 6.43 (at fin retainers)
Height (in.) - 6.09
Weight (lbs.) - 95.9 max (with full nitrogen receiver)
Aircraft:
Saab JAS-39A Grippen
Technical Order: (FMS) 11-75A-139
9-72 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-141/A Name: Configurable
Rail Launcher (CRL)
Description:
The LAU-141/A Configurable Rail Launcher (CRL) is a trapeze, rail-type launcher used to
suspend and launch AIM-9M and AIM-9X (Sidewinder) missiles. The CRL consists of the rail
assembly, forward and aft trapeze arms, hydraulic actuator, and AIM-9 power supply. One CRL
is installed in the left and right side weapons bays on the F-22A aircraft.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 9.0
Height (in.) - 20.0 retracted, 37.0 extended
Weight (lbs.) - 128
Aircraft:
F-22A
Lockheed-Martin Corporation, Ft. Worth, TX
Technical Order: Interactive Electronic Technical Manual
9-73 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-142/A Name: AMRAAM Vertical
Eject Launcher (AVEL)
Description:
The LAU-142/A AMRAAM Vertical Ejection Launcher (AVEL) is designed to carry, launch, and
jettison AIM-120C (AMRAAM) missiles on F-22A aircraft. The mechanism is driven by a hybrid
hydraulic/pneumatic actuator. The launchers are internally mounted in the left and right main
weapons bays (three per bay).
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 41.0
Width (in.) - 8.5
Height (in.) - 14.0 retracted, 23.0 extended
Weight (lbs.) - 117
Aircraft:
F-22A
Lockheed-Martin Corporation, Ft. Worth, TX
Technical Order: Interactive Electronic Technical Manual
9-74 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-144/A Name: Munitions Launcher Assembly
(A.K.A. Multi-purpose Rotary
Launcher (MPRL) or 180 Inch Rotary
Launcher)
Description:
The B-1B can carry up to three Munitions Launcher Assemblies in three weapons bays. Each
launcher will suspend and release eight GBU-31, AGM-154, AGM-158 or MK-84 conventional
stores. The Munitions Launcher Assembly provides the electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic
interface between aircraft and stores. It incorporates eight BRU-56/A racks with two hooks in
tandem with a 30 inch suspension capability.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 178.00
Diameter (in.) (w/o stores) - Approximately 41.00
Weight (lbs.) w/ejectors (w/o stores) - 1,300.00 to 2,055.00 (Depending on Configuration)
Aircraft:
B-1B
9-75 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-147/A Name: Missile Launcher
Description:
The LAU-147/A launcher is designed to eject launch the AIM-120 missile from the internal
weapons bay of the F-35A/B/C. The launcher uses a high pressure pneumatic system to safely
eject and separate AIM-120 series missiles. The launcher contains a Pneumatic Power Module
(PPM) with two pressure vessel’s containing 5000 PSI. The launcher incorporates a swaybrace
that is integral with the ejector piston to restrain the movement of the weapon/store during
captive and employment mode. The launcher has a safe/arm lever which provides a visual
status of the condition of the rack and has four positions, safe, safe and unlocked, armed and
download. A Reversible In-Flight Locking (RIFL) mechanism is incorporated to provide
electromechanical safing/arming and is spring biased to fail-safe to the safe mode. The RIFL
incorporates a firing circuit interrupt that prevents the rack from firing until the system is armed.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.0
Height (in.) - 6.9
Aircraft:
F-35A/B/C
9-76 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-148/A Name: External Rail Launcher
Description:
The LAU-148/A is used on the F-35 aircraft for external carriage and launching a single AIM-9X
or AIM-120 AMRAAM. The launcher provides mechanical and electrical interface between the
missile and aircraft. The LAU-148/A is hard-mounted to the aircraft via either an external pylon
station or an External Missile Adapter using 2 attachment tension bolts and 1 electrical interface
connection to a Missile Remote Interface Unit (MRIU) internal to the launcher. Store fired from
this launcher is ignited and resultant thrust propels the store to slide forward, disengaging from
the launcher and flying to its target. Included with each launcher is a mass representative Gas
Generation System Mass Model (GGSMM) to preserve mass/CG properties for future capability
to launch AIM-132 ASRAAM.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 115-inches
Width (in.) - 5-inches
Height (in.) - 6.39-inches
Weight (lbs.) - 100.2-pounds
Store Class:
Air to Air
Aircraft:
F-35A/B/C
9-77 FOUO
Nomenclature: M299 Name: Missile Launcher
Description:
The M299 Longbow Missile Launcher is a state of the art digital design that allows the launcher
to interface with a variety of helicopters and to recognize and fire all AGM-114 Hellfire variants
in any sequence. Designed for ease of maintenance, the M299 comprises four line replaceable
units (LRUs), which can be replaced by an aviation unit with a 30-minute mean-time-to-repair.
Built-in test capabilities identify malfunctions without removing the launcher from the aircraft.
The launcher is compatible with fielded test sets to simplify maintenance. This launcher is also
modified for use on the MQ-9 Reaper and the MQ-1 Predator (see Modified M229).
The M229 features:
MIL-STD-1760 interface
Digital 1553 data bus compatibility
Four missile capacity
Fires any Hellfire missile, in any order
Embedded training missile emulation
Two-level maintenance design
Dimensions:
Dimensions (4 missiles) (in.) - 22X29
Weight (lbs) - 145 (empty); 541 (loaded with 4AGM-114K missiles
Aircraft:
AH-64D Apache UH-1N/Y
MH-64 Seahawk AH-6
AH-1W/Z Super Cobra
Contractor:
Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control; Marvin Engineering Company
Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL
Technical Order: TM 1-1520-Longbow/Apache EM 0126
Interconnect CCA
Standard 14-inch lugs
MIL-STD-1760
Umbilical Connector LEA CCAs Power
Supply Dual Missile
Interface (2) Processor
Electrical Bonding
Spring
Latch
Safe/Arm Switch Knob
Microswitch
Launch Rail
M299 Missile Launcher is made by the
US Army for the Longbow Apache
9-78 FOUO
Nomenclature: Modified M299 Name: Missile Launcher Rail
Description:
The M299 Longbow Missile Launcher is modified for use on the MQ-9 Reaper and the MQ-1
Predator. The MQ-9 Reaper carries two modified M299 missile launchers. Each modified
M299 launcher has two rails, with a MIL-STD-1760A aircraft interface. The MQ-1 Predator
houses the modified M299 launcher electronics assembly (LEA) in the aft avionics bay. Cables
are routed from the LEA to the launcher rails on the Predator wings to provide launch
communication to Hellfire missiles. The launcher electronics can handle all Hellfire missile
variants; the Air Force MQ-1 and MQ-9 with “P” software employ Hellfire II missiles (AGM-
114P/P-2A/P-2B, AGM-114M-6, AGM-114N-6, and AGM-114K/K-2/K-2A).
Dimensions:
MQ-9 M299 Launcher MQ-1 M299 Rail
Width (in.) - 21.0 Width (in.) - 3.0
Height (in.) - 11.0 Height (in.) - 5.0
Weight (lbs) - 93.0 Weight (lbs) - 37.0
Aircraft:
MQ-1B Predator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
MQ-9 Reaper UAV
Contractor:
Missiles/Fire Control and Marvin Engineering Company M299; General Atomics (GA) at San
Diego, Ca modifies the four rail M299 long bow version to a two rail MQ-9 M299 version.
Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL; 658 AESG Det 3, San Diego, CA
Technical Order: TM 1-1520-Longbow/Apache EM 0126
Modified M299 MQ-9 Launcher Modified M299 MQ-1 Rail
M299 Missile Launcher is made by the

US Army for the Longbow Apache
9-79 FOUO
Nomenclature: RLA Name: Advanced Application
Rotary Launcher (A.K.A. Rotary
Launcher Assembly)
Description:
The B-2A can carry two Advanced Application Rotary Launchers. The launcher will suspend
and forcibly eject, or free fall, eight, conventional or nuclear stores up to and including 5000
pound weight class. The launchers eight stand-alone BRU-44B/A bomb racks incorporate four
hooks in tandem providing 14 and 30 inch suspension capability. This configuration provides a
total payload in excess of 20,000 lbs.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 264.73
Width (in.) - 35.83
Weight (lbs.) - 2,160.00
Aircraft:
B-2A
707th MSUS, Tinker AFB, OK
(BRU-44B/A managed by 575th CBSS/GBLE, WR-ALC, Robins AFB, GA)
9-80 FOUO
Nomenclature: SECBM Name: MIL-STD-1760 Conventional
Bomb Module
Description:
The 10-Carry Enhanced Conventional Bomb Module (ECBM) was modified IAW TCTO 11B29-
3-55-513 to the new 1760 Conventional Bomb Module (SECBM). This TCTO modified the
existing ECBM hardware to the SECBM configuration and also installed 1760 LRU'S. The 10-
Carry SECBM consists of the shell structure with attached frames for mounting 10 each, 14-
Inch Bomb Ejector Racks. The 10 Carry SECBM is designed to carry and release 10 Cluster
Bomb Units (CBU), either CBU-87, 89, 97, 103, 104 and 105. Also certified to carry and
release the GBU-38 500 pound Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM), with 6 in the FWD, 6 in
the intermediate and 3 in the AFT bay.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 178.00
Width (in.) - 69.96
Weight (lbs.) - 2,816.00 empty
Aircraft:
B-1B
9-81 FOUO
Nomenclature: F-35 Pneumatic Power Source (PPS)
Description: The F-35 Pneumatic Power Source (PPS) provides ejection energy in the form of
compressed air to the BRU-67/A, BRU-68/A and LAU-147/A on the F-35A/B/C aircraft. The
PPS is located in the right hand weapons bay and supplies air pressure to stations 4, 5, 7 and
8. Additionally, a PPS is located in the air-to-ground pylons providing air pressure to the BRU-
68/A in each pylon. The PPS consists of a compressor motor, filter manifold, PAO cooling plate
and Electronic Control Unit (ECU) internally and a motor compressor; filter module and ECU in
the pylons. The PPS is capable of supplying 5,000 PSI to the various racks/launchers on
demand.
Carriage Options:
F-35A/B/C
9-82 FOUO
Nomenclature: Stations 1 and 11 Name: A-10 Pylon
Description:
The pylon assembly is a non-jettisonable pylon assembly that is carried on the outboard wing
stations number 1 and 11. The pylon contains a MAU-50 bomb ejector rack, and a type B
station control unit for the desired release of the munition that is carried.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.40
Aircraft:
A-10
416SCMS/GUMBA, HILL AFB, UT
Technical Order: 16W6-28-2
9-83 FOUO
Description:
The pylon assembly is a non-jettisonable pylon assembly that is carried on the outboard wing
stations number 2 and 10. The pylon contains a MAU-50 bomb ejector rack, and a type B
station control unit for the desired release of the munition that is carried.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.50
Aircraft:
A-10
9-84 FOUO
Description:
The pylon assembly is a non-jettisonable pylon assembly that is carried on the wing stations
number 3 and 9. The pylon contains a MAU-40 bomb ejector rack, and a type B station control
unit for the desired release of the munition that is carried.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.50
Aircraft:
A-10
9-85 FOUO
Description:
The pylon assembly is a nonjettisonable pylon assembly that is carried at wing stations number
4 and 8. The pylon contains a MAU-40 bomb ejector rack, a type B station control unit, and fuel
and air line. The pylon assembly is capable of carrying an external store or a fuel tank as
directed by mission requirements.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.50
Aircraft:
A-10
9-86 FOUO
Description:
The pylon assembly is a non-jettisonable pylon assembly that is carried on the fuselage stations
number 5 and 7. The pylon contains a MAU-40 bomb ejector rack, a type B station control unit.
The pylon assembly is capable of carrying an external store as directed by mission
requirements.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.50
Aircraft:
A-10
9-87 FOUO
Nomenclature: Station 6 Name: A-10 Pylon
Description:
The pylon assembly is a non-jettisonable pylon assembly that is carried at fuselage center
station number 6. The pylon contains a MAU-40 bomb ejector rack, a type B station control
unit, and fuel and air line. The pylon assembly is capable of carrying an external store or a fuel
tank as directed by mission requirements.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 4.50
Height (in.) - 7.80
Aircraft:
A-10
9-88 FOUO
Nomenclature: Pylon Name: F-22A Pylon
Description:
The F-22A pylon provides carriage, deployment, and jettison of external stores in ferry or
combat configurations. External stores include a 600 gallon fuel tank and/or launchers carrying
two AIM-120 or two AIM-9 missiles per wing station. Growth provisions exist for additional types
of stores. A BRU-47 rack installed in the forward section provides the attachment for fuel tanks,
missile adapters, and other external stores. An internal pyrotechnic device provides jettison
capability for the pylon plus stores throughout the prescribed envelope.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 23.0
Height (in.) - 20.0
Weight (lbs.) - 386
Aircraft:
F-22A
Lockheed Martin Corporation, Fort Worth, TX
9-89 FOUO
Nomenclature: Pylon Name: Integrated Conventional Stores
Management System (ICSMS) Pylon
Description:
The Integrated Conventional Stores Management System (ICSMS) Pylon consists of the Stub
Wing-Pylon with the Heavy Stores Adapter Beam (HSAB). These two halves are bolted
together to form the ICSMS pylon. The ICSMS pylon can be installed under each wing of the
B-52H and attaches in the same manner as the cruise missile pylons. Electrical cabling routed
in the sub-pylon connects to receptacles in the wing-pylon adapter and HSAB. The term
ICSMS stores refer to non-nuclear stores designed for MIL-STD-1760 which is a definition of
the electrical interface between the aircraft and store. An optional method of weapons release
uses a stepper switch for a non-1760 style weapons. This pylon is capable of carrying the full
range of 1760 weapons along with a significant number of conventional munitions including
general purpose bombs, cluster bomb units, aerial mines, and laser guided munitions.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 286
Width (in.) - 48
Height (in.) - 60
Operating Temperature Range - same as aircraft
Power Requirements -
- ICSMS 28 (+3) VDC and 115 VAC, 400 Hz, three phase
- Conventional 28 (+3) VDC
Constructed from aluminum, fittings, fiberglass, and plastic
Attached are nine MAU-12 Bomb Racks
Internal to the Pylon - four LRUs control by the MIL-S-1553 data bus (before Technical Change
to Technical Order (TCTO) 16W6-47-514)
AFTER TCTO 16W6-47-514 one LRU (IWIU) by the MIL–S-1553 data bus
Aircraft:
B-52H
9-90 FOUO
9-91 FOUO
Nomenclature: ALE-25 PYLON Name: B-52H Aircraft Pylon
Description: The ALE-25 pylon is utilized during carriage of the Air Combat Maneuvering
Instrumentation (ACMI) pod. The pylon can be installed under each wing of the B-52H aircraft.
Electrical cabling routed in the ALE-25 pylon connects to receptacles at the aircraft 559 station
under each wing.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 117 inches
Width (in.) - 9 inches
Height (in.) - Approximately 19 inches without adapter
Weight (lbs.) - 60 pounds (without bomb rack)
Launcher fittings - 15 pounds
ACMI POD - 124 pounds
Power Requirements - 28 (+3) VDC and 115 VAC, 400 Hz, three phase
Material - Aluminum sheet and extrusion
Construction - Semimonocoque box beam design having longitudinal stiffener angles plus
stiffener angles around inner perimeter of box section at numerous stations.
ALE-25 Pylon
9-92 FOUO
Nomenclature: LASER POD (LITENING) Name: B-52H Aircraft
PYLON Pylon
Description: The Laser Pod pylon is utilized during carriage of the AN/AAQ-28 Airborne
Targeting and Designator (LITENING) pod. The pod can be installed under the right wing of the
B-52H aircraft. Electrical cabling routed inside this ALE-25 pylon connects to receptacles at the
aircraft 559 station under the right wing designated for LITENING.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 117 inches
Width (in.) - 9 inches
Height (in.) - Approximately 19 without adapter, 25 inches with adapter
Weight (lbs.) - 62 pounds without adapter
Pod adapter fitting - 70 pounds
Assembled pylon - 146 pounds
Power Requirements - 28 (+3) VDC and 115 VAC, 400 Hz, three phase
Material - Aluminum sheet and extrusion
Construction: Semimonocoque box beam design having longitudinal stiffener angles plus
stiffener angles around inner perimeter of box section at numerous stations.
Laser Pod Pylon
9-93 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-59B/A Name: F-15 Inboard Aircraft Pylon
Description:
The F-15 Inboard Aircraft Pylon provides the F-15A-D aircraft with carriage and jettison
capabilities of external fuel tank and conventional air-to-air armament. The SUU-59B/A
contains one MAU-12 bomb rack. The SUU-59B/A and MAU-12 combination provides
electrical, mechanical and fuel delivery interface between the attached store/external fuel tank
and various aircraft systems. This entire pylon can be jettisoned from the aircraft just as stores
are jettisoned from the MAU-12.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 159.00
Width (in.) - 5.00
Aircraft:
F-15A-D
568 ACSS/GFLC, Robins AFB, GA
9-94 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-59C/A Name: F-15 Inboard Aircraft Pylon
Description:
The F-15 Inboard Aircraft Pylon provides the F-15E aircraft with carriage and jettison
capabilities of external fuel tank, conventional air-to-air missiles, and conventional/nuclear air-
to-ground armament. The SUU-59C/A contains one BRU-47/A bomb rack. The SUU-59C/A
and BRU-47/A combination provides electrical, mechanical and fuel delivery interface between
the attached store/external fuel tank and various aircraft systems. This entire pylon can be
jettisoned from the aircraft just as stores are jettisoned from the BRU-47/A.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 159.00
Width (in.) - 5.00
Aircraft:
F-15E
9-95 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-60B/A Name: F-15 Centerline Aircraft Pylon
Description:
The F-15 Centerline Aircraft Pylon provides the F-15A-D aircraft with carriage and jettison
capabilities of external fuel tank and special equipment. The SUU-60B/A contains one MAU-12
bomb rack. The SUU-60B/A and MAU-12 combination provides electrical, mechanical and fuel
delivery interface between the attached store/external fuel tank and various aircraft systems.
This entire pylon can be jettisoned from the aircraft just as stores are jettisoned from the
MAU-12.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 148.00
Width (in.) - 5.00
Aircraft:
F-15A-D
9-96 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-62/A, B/A Name: F/A-18 Centerline
Aircraft Pylon
Description:
The centerline SUU-62 pylon provides mechanical and electrical interface between the aircraft
fuselage and the stores carried. The BRU-32 bomb rack is contained internally and provides
pylon/weapon interface. Weight with the BRU-32 is 130 lb.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 90
Width (in.) - 7
Height (in.) - 8
Weight (lbs.) - 130
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-D
9-97 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-63 Name: F/A-18 Centerline Aircraft Pylon
Description:
The SUU-63 pylon provides mechanical and electrical interface between the aircraft wing
structure and the stores carried. t can be installed at any of the wing stations. The BRU-32
bomb rack is contained internally and provides the pylon/weapon interface. Weight with the
BRU-32 is 273 lb.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 120
Width (in.) - 6
Height (in.) - 28
Weight (lbs.) - 273 (with BRU-32)
Aircraft:
F/A-18A-D
9-98 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-67/A Name: Pylon
Description:
The SUU-67/A aircraft pylon is an aerodynamic interface between the B-52H and the Air
Launched Cruise Missiles (AGM-86B and AGM-86C). The pylon is interchangeable and can be
attached under either wing of the B-52H, between the inboard engines and the fuselage.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 492
Height (in.) - 60
Width (in.) - 26
Weight (lbs.) - 4,446 without missiles
Aircraft:
B-52H

Contractor - Boeing
Special Equipment - TOs: 35D5-3-8-31, 35M8-2-7-1, 35MA1-1-101
9-99 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-72A Name: Pylon
Description:
The SUU-72/A aircraft pylon is an aerodynamic interface between the B-52H and the Air
Launched Cruise Missile AGM-129. The pylon is interchangeable and can be attached under
either wing of the B-52H, between the inboard engines and the fuselage.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 492
Height (in.) - 60
Width (in.) - 26
Weight (lbs.) - 4,446 without missiles
Aircraft:
B-52H

Contractor - Boeing
Special Equipment - TOs: 35D5-3-8-31, 35M8-2-7-1, 35MA1-1-101
9-100 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-73/A Name: F-15 Centerline Aircraft Pylon
Description:
The F-15 Centerline Aircraft Pylon provides the F-15E aircraft with carriage and jettison
capabilities of external fuel tank, special equipment and conventional/nuclear air-to-ground
armament. The SUU-73/A contains one BRU-47/A bomb rack. The SUU-73/A and BRU-47/A
combination provides electrical, mechanical and fuel delivery interface between the attached
store/external fuel tank and various aircraft systems. The SUU-73/A pylon has additional
electrical interface provision for special weapon carriages. This entire pylon can be jettisoned
from the aircraft just as stores are jettisoned from the BRU-47/A.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 148.00
Width (in.) - 5.00
Aircraft:
F-15E
9-101 FOUO
Nomenclature: WWP Name: Wing Weapons Pylon Assembly
Description:
The wing weapon pylon assembly is hard-mounted to the F-16 aircraft. The pylon uses a
MAU-12 bomb rack to carry conventional and nuclear stores. The pylon provides electrical and
mechanical interface between the attached store and various aircraft systems. The exterior
surface of the pylon is covered with spray-on radar absorbent material.
Dimensions:
Width (in.) - 20.00
Weight (lbs.) - 220.00 to 322.00 (Depending on Configuration)
Aircraft:
F-16
518 CBSS/GBMAC, Hill AFB, UT
9-102 FOUO
Nomenclature: WWP (PIDS) Name: Wing Weapons Pylon
Integrated Dispenser System
Description:
The pylon provides for carriage and release of external stores, other than fuel tanks, and
capability for internal pylon integrated dispenser system (PIDS-3). PIDS-3 is a chaff dispenser
system. The pylon trailing edge provides mounting for three ALE-40 magazines, matrix,
sequencer switches, and an EMI-filter.
Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 101.00
Width (in.) - 19.40
Weight (lbs.) - 217 (approximately)
Aircraft:
F-16A-B
518 CBSS/GBMAC, Hill AFB, UT
9-103 FOUO
9-104 FOUO
CHAPTER TEN
1 June 2009
COUNTERMEASURES

Nomenclature: ADM-141A, B Name: Tactical Air-Launched
Decoy (TALD)
Capability:
Low cost, Tactical Air-Launched unpowered glide decoy to confuse and saturate enemy air
defenses.
Description:
The TALD is an expendable air launched, preprogrammed, unpowered, glide chaff, RF passive,
or RF active vehicle used to deceive and saturate enemy integrated air defenses during strike
aircraft operations. It has a square section fuselage, flip-out wings, and three tail surfaces. It
has a digital flight control system which can be preprogrammed with various speed and
maneuvering profiles. Launched from high-altitude (max. 12,200 m (40,000 ft)), the TALD has
a glide range of up to 126 km (68 nm), while the range at lower altitudes of about 600 m (2,000
ft) is still around 26 km (14 nm). The basic TALD exists in several versions with different
payloads. The A/B37U-1(V)1 is a chaff-dispensing vehicle carrying up to 36 kg (80 lb) of chaff,
the A/B37U-1(V)2 is a passive radar decoy which uses a Luneberg lens the enhance its radar
signature, and the ADM-141A uses both passive (Luneberg lens) and active (RF amplifier)
radar enhancers. I don't know why the latter version was designated as a guided missile, when
the two former ones were classed as aeronautical support equipment. The ADM-141B is also
described as a chaff-dispensing TALD.
Characteristics:
Launch Interface - F/A-18 “Un-powered”
Guidance -
Control - Rear Mounted Actuator Control Fins and Variable Translation/Variable
Sweep Wing Assembly, Programmable flight path via mission planning
software
Class - Guided Missile, Air Launched Decoy
Weight (lbs.) - 400
Length (in.) - 92
Wing Span (in.) - 61
Width/Height (in.) - 10
Propulsion - none
Range (nm) - 68 (126 km)
Speed - 250 knots (126 km/h)
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher: 14 in lugs
F/A-18A-F BRU-41/A
P-3C BRU-42/A

Contractor - Brunswick Corporation
Status -
Special Equipment
Management/Engineer:
10-1 FOUO
Technical Order:
ADM-141A
10-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: ADM-141C Name: Improved Tactical Air-
Launched Decoy (ITALD)
Capability:
Low Cost, Air-Launched Jet Powered Miniature Decoy - Stimulate, Deceive or Saturate
Adversary Air Defenses.
Description:
The ITALD is an air launched, preprogrammed, powered RF active vehicle used to deceive and
saturate enemy integrated air defenses during strike aircraft operations. It is a Preplanned
Product Improvement towhead that adds turbojet propulsion and low-level navigation capability
to the TALD. A computer within each vehicle is preprogrammed with flight profile data prior to
loading. It provides flight management and controls of the vehicle through a series of planned
maneuvers after launch. The ITALD has enhanced terrain tracking capability and an extended
flight envelope for expanded missions. The Improved Tactical Air-Launch Decoy (ITALD)
simulates a fighter/attack size aircraft better than current decoys.
Characteristics:
Launch Interface - F/A-18 “Powered”
Guidance - GPS aided/INS Avionics Suite, SAASM Compliant

software
Weight (lbs.) - 400
Length (in.) - 92
Width/Height (in.) - 10
Propulsion - Teledyne CAE J700-CA-400 turbojet; 790 N (177 lb)
Range (nm) - 160 (300 km)
Speed - Mach 0.8
Carriage Options:
F/A-18A-F BRU-41/A
P-3C BRU-42/A

Contractor - IMI
Status -
Special Equipment
Technical Order:
10-3 FOUO
ADM-141C
10-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: ADM-160B Name: Miniature Air
Launched Decoy (MALD)
Capability:
Low Cost, Air-Launched Jet Powered Miniature Decoy - Stimulate, Deceive or Saturate
Adversary Air Defenses.
Description:
The Miniature Air Launched Decoy (MALD) is an, air launched, expendable decoy that will
provide the United States Air Force the capability to stimulate, deceive, decoy, and saturate
enemy threat Integrated Air Defense System (IADS).
Characteristics:
Launch Interface - F-16 “Un-powered”
B-52 MIL-STD-1760D
software
Weight (lbs.) - 282
Length (in.) - 113
Diameter (in.) - 11
Propulsion - TJ-150 Engine
Carriage Options:
Threshold:
F-16C/D MAU-12, TER-9 (2 per TER)
B-52H HSAB (8 per HSAB)
Objective:
F-15E
B-1B
A-10
F-22A
F-35

Status - Initial Operational Test
Schedule - LRIP decision FY08 – Fielding FY09 – FRP decision FY10
Special Equipment - No peculiar support equipment required. MALD is compatible with
Common Munitions Bit Reprogramming Equipment (CMBRE) and
CMBRE+
692d Armament Systems Squadron (ARSS), Eglin AFB, FL
Supporting ALC: 575 Combat Sustainment Squadron (CBSS), Robins AFB, GA
10-5 FOUO
Technical Order:
21-AD160B-2 (Preliminary Technical Order)
MALD External View
10-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: ADM-160C Name: Miniature Air Launched
Decoy-Jammer (MALD-J)
Capability:
Low Cost, Air-Launched Jet powered Miniature Decoy/Jammer - Stimulate, Deceive, Saturate,
Jam Adversary Air Defenses.
Description:
The MALD-J is an, air launched, expendable decoy/jammer that will provide the United States
Air Force the capability to stimulate, deceive, decoy, saturate, and jam enemy threat Integrated
Air Defense System (IADS).
Characteristics:
Launch Interface - F-16 “Un-powered”
B-52 MIL-STD-1760D
Sweep Wing Assembly, programmable flight path via mission planning
software
Weight (lbs.) - 282
Length (in.) - 113
Diameter (in.) - 11
Propulsion - TJ-150 Engine
Carriage Options:
Threshold:
F-16C/D MAU-12, TER-9 (2 per TER)
B-52H HSAB (8 per HSAB)
Objective:
F-15E
B-1B
A-10
F-22A
F-35

Status - Risk reduction Phase II
Schedule - Engineering Manufacturing Development Phase - FY10
Special Equipment - No peculiar support equipment required. MALD-J is compatible with
Common Munitions BIT Reprogramming Equipment (CMBRE) and CMBRE +
692d Armament Systems Squadron (ARSS), Eglin AFB, FL
Supporting ALC: 575 Combat Sustainment squadron (CBSS), Robins AFB, GA
10-7 FOUO
Technical Order:
21-AD160B-2 (in development)
Note: MALD-J has identical external view as MALD.
10-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: ALA-17 Name: Flare Rack
Description:
The ALA-17 Flare Rack is a metal rectangular box which is designed to hold eight ALA-17 flare
cartridges. The rack contains the electrical circuitry and connectors necessary to fire the flares
selectively. The top of the rack is equipped with an electrical connector assembly and a
shorting ring. The rack is installed into the ALE-20 Dispenser.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 9.0 (empty)
- 43.0 (loaded)
Width (in.) - 5.75
Height (in.) - 13.5
Carriage Options:
B-52H
Dispenser:
ALE-20
Impulse Cartridge:
N/A

Contractor - Unknown
Status - Inventory
Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-7-23 & 11A16-7-7
10-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: ALA-17B Name: IR Flare Cartridge
Description:
The ALA-17B flare cartridge is a magnesium based dual stacked IR countermeasure. It
consists of two aluminum case assemblies roll crimped in the center, crimped on aluminum
bottom cap, upper and lower illuminant assemblies, upper and lower ignition assemblies, and
an upper electrical contact assembly. A polyethylene sleeve covers the outside of the flare.
The lower pellet is dispensed by means of an internal squib from the first fire command. Next
fire command dispenses the upper pellet in a similar manner.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 12.5
Carriage Options:
B-52H
Dispenser:
ALE-20 & ALA-17 Flare Rack
Impulse Cartridge:
Electric squibs built in, All-Up-Round

Contractor - Longhorn Army Ammunition Plant
Status - Inventory
Improvements - ALA-17C in development, est. 2007 for fielding
Technical Order:
11A16-7-7
10-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: AN/ALE-20 Name: Flare Ejector Set
Description:
The AN/ALE-20 flare ejector system provides a means of selecting the number
of flares to be fired, timing the interval between bursts, and igniting and
firing the flares from the aircraft. The flare ejector system utilizes 12,
AN/ALA-17, with ALA-17A flare sets, with 16 flare bursts per set, and a maximum of
192 single flare bursts per aircraft. The flares may be programmed to fire
in bursts of one, two, or three flares at intervals of 2 to 20 seconds,
between bursts. The flares may also be salvoed at a rate of one flare every
65 milliseconds by pressing the fast train switch. All flares may be ejected
from the aircraft in less than 40 seconds.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) -
Length (in.) -
Width (in.) -
Diameter (in.) -
Carriage Options:
B-52H
Capacity:
This Dispenser system utilizes 12 AN/ALA-17, 17A flare sets, with 16 flare bursts per set. The
system carries a maximum of 192 flares
561 CBSS/GBLB - 542 CBSG/GBEBA, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order:
10-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: AN/ALE-48 Name: Chaff Dispenser
Description:
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 45
Length (in.) - 20.0
Width (in.) - 13.2
Carriage Options:
B-1B
Capacity:
120ea RR-170 / 188 Chaff Cartridges

Procurement of additional assets from Naval Sea Systems Command, Crane, IN, includes
improved handle design and single-piece housing using modern CNC machining.
Technical Order:
12P3-4-88-2
10-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: AN/ALE-49 Name: Flare Dispenser
Description:
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 20.0
Width (in.) - 13.2
Carriage Options:
B-1B
Capacity:
12 ea MJU-23A/B Flare Cartridges

Improved handle design being considered as part of ALE-48 procurement.
Technical Order:
12P3-4-89-2
10-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: AN/ALE-50A(V)1 Name: Countermeasures
Decoy Dispensing Set
(CMDDS)
Description:
The AN/ALE-50 Countermeasures Decoy Dispensing Set (CMDDS) consists of an Advanced
Airborne Expendable Decoy (AAED) round, a launcher which holds the decoy round and
launches it upon command, and a controller which contains the electronic circuitry that
interfaces with each host platform. The decoy is a self-contained repeater that presents a more
attractive target to an incoming missile and lures it away from the carrier aircraft. The complete
decoy round consists of a canister, reel assembly, towline, and the expendable decoy, which is
common to all platforms.
The AN/ALE-50A(V)1 is designed for the B-1B and is comprised of the Integrated Multi-Platform
Launch Controller (IMPLC) and 1x4 Dual Compatible Launcher (DCL) and can deploy both the
AAED and a Fiber Optic towed Decoy (FOTD). This version can carry four decoys and two
systems are mounted on the B-1B for a total of up to eight available decoys per aircraft.
Characteristics: IMPLC
Weight (lbs.) - 33
Length (in.) - 14
Width (in.) - 5.7
Height (in.) - 7.5
Characteristics: Dispenser (1X4 Dual Compatible Launcher)

Weight (lbs.) - 45
Length (in.) - 27
Width (in.) - 16
Height (in.) - 4
Carriage Options:
B-1B
Capacity:
Four ea Decoys
Squib/Cart:
CCU-41/B Impulse Carts

Contractor - Raytheon Electronic Warfare Systems, Goleta, CA
Status - Sustainment.
Improvements - None.
Special Equipment - Fault Isolation System Tester (FIST) allows the field to test the system
without using “live” decoys, and tests three modes: Stray Voltage,
Standard, and Operational. A production decision for this Support
Equipment is anticipated in FY06-4.
10-14 FOUO
Technical Order:
12P3-2ALE50-2
AN/ALE-50A(V)1
10-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: AN/ALE-50(V)2 Name: Countermeasures Decoy
Dispensing Set (CMDDS)
Description:
The AN/ALE-50(V)2 consists of an Advanced Airborne Expendable Decoy (AAED) round, a
launcher which holds the decoy round and launches it upon command, and a controller which
contains the electronic circuitry that interfaces with each host platform. The decoy is a self-
contained repeater that presents a more attractive target to an incoming missile and lures it
away from the carrier aircraft. The complete decoy round consists of a canister, reel assembly,
towline, and the expendable decoy, which is common to all platforms. It is designed for the
Block 25/30 F-16s and Block 40/50 F-16C/D and is comprised of the 1x2 Launcher/Controller
that is installed into the 16S351-805 pylon and can only deploy the AAED. This version can
carry two decoys and two systems can be mounted on the F-16 for a total of up to four decoys
per aircraft.
Characteristics: 1X2 Launcher/Controller

Weight (lbs.) - 35
Length (in.) - 23
Width (in.) - 9
Height (in.) - 6
Carriage Options:
F-16
Capacity:
Two ea Decoys
Squib/Cart:
CCU-41/B Impulse Cartridges

Contractor - Raytheon Electronic Warfare Systems, Goleta, CA
Status - Sustainment
Improvements - On-going modification to retrofit 650 of the Launcher/Controllers with the
Transient Suppression Assembly, to protect against lightning. Once this mod
is completed, the entire inventory of Launcher Controllers will be the same
configuration.
Special Equipment - Fault Isolation System Tester (FIST) allows the field to test the system
without using “live” decoys. FIST for F-16 is fielded and stable.
Technical Order:
12P3-2ALE50-2
10-16 FOUO
AN/ALE-50(V)2
10-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: LAU-74 Name: Flare Launcher System
Description:
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 395
Length (in.) - 57.0
Width (in.) - 31.0
Carriage Options:
C-130
Capacity:
24 ea MK 24 Mod 4 Flares or
24 ea LUU-2/B Flares or
24 ea LUU-1/B Target Markers or
24 ea LUU-5/B Target Markers or
24 ea MJU-6/B Chaff Cartridges
WR-ALC/LNXB
Technical Order:
11L1-5-4-2
10-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: LUU-1, -5 Name: Target Marker
Description:
Air-deployed LUU-1 and LUU-5 flares are used to illuminate targets, providing a target area
ground reference. The flares ignite in the air at a distance set on an ignition timer, then burn on
the ground, providing a colored flame that is visible from the air.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 26
Length (in.) - 36.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
C-17
C-130
C-141
F-15
F-16
Dispenser:
SUU-25 Dispenser or
LAU-74 Launcher or
Hand Dispensed or
Single Carriage Bomb Rack
Management / Engineering:
Technical Order:
11A10-33-7
10-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: LUU-2, -19 Name: Illuminating Flare
Description:
The LUU-2 and LUU-19 illumination flares have timers that are set to ignite the flare after a
predetermined drop distance. The timer deploys a parachute which activates the igniter. The
flare burns for a set amount of time, illuminating an area, then the parachute is collapsed by
means of an explosive bolt in order to clear the air space. The LUU-19 emits light in the NIR
region for use with night vision goggle, while the LUU-2 emits visible light.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 29 (LUU-2), 36 (LUU-19)
Length (in.) - 36.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
C-17
C-130
C-141
F-15
F-16
AV-8B
F/A-18A-F
Dispenser:
SUU-25 Dispenser or
LAU-74 Launcher or
Hand Dispensed or
Single Carriage Bomb Rack
Technical Order:
11A10-24-7
10-20 FOUO
Nomenclature: M206 Name: IR Flare
Description:
The M206 Decoy Flare is the current in-service inventory production decoy flare primarily used
by Army and Air Force platforms, and Marine Corps KC-130J. The M206 flare is a magnesium
based IR countermeasure. The M206 Decoy Flare consists of a square aluminum case
approximately 8.1 inches in length and 1 inch square with an unsealed plastic end cap.
Internally, it consists of a pressed pyrotechnic flare grain and a piston. The pyrotechnic flare
grain consists of a chemical mixture of Magnesium, Teflon , and Viton (MTV). The flare grain
is directly initiated through a central hole in the piston by the impulse cartridge. It is dispensed
and ignited in flight by a BBU-35/B or M796 impulse cartridge. When functioned, the M206 has
an intensity, rise time, and burn time designed and optimized for use from lower signature
assault support (rotary wing) and transport aircraft. This decoy flare was procured initially to
support KC-130J testing, but is being replaced for future use by the Navy MJU-61/B. This
decoy flare may be used in test, operations and training by all KC-130J aircraft
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
MC-130
F-16
KC-130 J/T
UC-35D
Dispenser:
ALE-40/47, M130, D-61(V)/ALQ-212(V)
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B, M796, CCU-145/A

Contractor - Kilgore Flares, Esterline Armtec
Status - Inventory and in production
Improvements - N/A
US Army RDECOM ARDEC, RDAR-MEE-T, Bldg. 472, Picatinny, NJ 07806-5000
Navy, PMA-272, Jacksonville, Fl
10-21 FOUO
Technical Order:
11A16-41-7 (Air Force)
NAVAIR 11-140-7 (Navy)
10-22 FOUO
Nomenclature: M206 (T-2)/B Name: Flare Simulator
Description:
The M206 (T-2)/B flare simulator is a smoke generating countermeasure simulator. It consists
of a plastic case, plastic end cap, and fiberboard encased smoke pellets. It is dispensed and
ignited in flight by a BBU-35/B or M796 impulse cartridge. A yellowish smoke is generated to
simulate a flare for training purposes.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
MC-130
F-16
Others
Dispenser:
ALE-40/47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B, M796

Contractor - Universal Propulsion Company (UPCO)
Status - Inventory
Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-41-7
10-23 FOUO
Nomenclature: M211 Name: Decoy
Description:
The M211 infrared countermeasure decoy consists of an aluminum cartridge case purged with
nitrogen and containing a payload of stacked special material elements which react with air.
Each aluminum cartridge case contains a sealed receptacle cup with an O-ring for an impulse
cartridge, a plastic/nylon piston, crimped and then sealed, and a metal end plate. When the
impulse cartridge is initiated by the firing pulse, the impulse cartridge receptacle cup frangible
membrane ruptures. Pressure inside the canister increases pushing on the piston and breaking
the end cap seal deploying the special material payload in the air stream. The special material
payload reacts with air in generating infrared energy to decoy surface-to-air and air-to-air
missiles.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.00
Width (in.) - 1.00
Height (in.) - 1.00
Carriage Options:
A-10
F-16
MC-130
Helicopters
Dispenser:
ALE-40, ALE-45 and ALE-47
Squib/Cart:
BBU-35/B

Contractor - Alloy Surfaces Inc
10-24 FOUO
10-25 FOUO
Nomenclature: M212 Name: IR Flare
Description:
The M212 flare is a boron based IR countermeasure. It consists of an aluminum case, brass
end cap, safe and initiation device, plastic piston, and the flare pellet. It is dispensed and
ignited in flight by a BBU-35/B or M796 impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
MC-130
Helicopters
Others
Dispenser:
ALE-40/47, D-61(V)/ALQ-212(V)
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B, M796

Contractor - ATK Thiokol
Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-41-7
10-26 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-7A/B Name: IR Flare
Description:
The MJU-7A/B flare is a magnesium based IR countermeasure. It consists of an aluminum
case, plastic end cap, felt spacer, plastic piston, safe & initiation device, and the flare pellet. It
is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-36/B impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.0
Width (in.) - 2.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
A-10, F-15, F-16, F-22A, MC-130, Others
Dispenser:
ALE-40/45/47/52
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-36/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-40-7
10-27 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-7(T-2)/B Name: Flare Simulator
Description:
The MJU-7(T-2)/B flare simulator is a smoke generating countermeasure simulator. It consists
of a plastic case, plastic end cap, and fiberboard encased smoke pellets. It is dispensed and
ignited in flight by a BBU-35/B or M796 impulse cartridge. A yellowish smoke is generated to
simulate a flare for training purposes.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.0
Width (in.) - 2.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
F-15
F-16
MC-130
Others
Dispenser:
ALE-40/45/47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B, M796

Contractor - Universal Propulsion Company (UPCO)
Status - Inventory
Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-40-7
10-28 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-10/B Name: IR Flare
Description:
The MJU-10/B flare is a magnesium based IR countermeasure. It consists of an aluminum
case, crimped on aluminum end cap, felt spacer, plastic and silicone piston, safe and initiation
device, and the flare pellet. It is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-36/B impulse
cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 2.7
Height (in.) - 2.0
Carriage Options:
C-17, F-15, F-22A
Dispenser:
ALE-45/47/52
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-36/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-43-7
10-29 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-11 Name: Chaff/Flare Magazine
Description: (1X1) magazine
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 6.6
Length (in.) - 7.5
Width (in.) - 5.7
Height (in.) - 8.1
Carriage Options:
A-10, C-17, C-130, C-141, F-15, F-16, MH-53J
Capacity:
30 ea RR-170 or RR-188 Chaff Cartridges or
30 ea M206 Flares or
30 ea M206 (T-2) Flare Simulators
542 CBSSS/GBEAB, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order:
12P3-ALE40-3
10-30 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-12 Name: Flare Magazine
Description: (1X2) magazine
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 7.5
Length (in.) - 7.5
Width (in.) - 5.7
Height (in.) - 8.1
Carriage Options:
A-10, C-17, C-130, C-141, F-15, F-16, MH-53J
Capacity:
15 ea MJU-7/B Flares or
15 ea MJU-7A/B Flares or
15 ea MJU-7(T-2)B Flare Simulators
Technical Order: 12P3-2ALE40-3
10-31 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-17 Name: Flare Magazine
Description: (2X2.5) magazine
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 7.5

Length (in.) - 7.5
Width (in.) - 7.5
Height (in.) - 8.11
Carriage Options:
F-15E
Capacity:
Six ea MJU-10 Flare Cartridges
Technical Order:
12P3-2ALE45-2
10-32 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-23A/B Name: IR Countermeasure Flare
Description:
The MJU-23A/B flare is a magnesium based IR countermeasure. It consists of an aluminum
case, crimped on plastic end cap, red closure cap, plastic piston with o-ring, safe and initiation
device, and the flare pellet. It is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-46A/B impulse
cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 10.6
Carriage Options:
B-1B
Dispenser:
ALE-49
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-46A/B

Contractor - Esterline Armtec
Status - Inventory
Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-46-7
10-33 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-27A/B Name: IR Decoy Device
Description:
The MJU-27A/B Decoy Device is no longer in production, but is being replaced by the MJU-
49/B Decoy Device. The MJU-27A/B Decoy Device consists of a cylindrical aluminum case
approximately 5.8 inches in length and 1.42 inches in diameter with an o-ring sealed aluminum
end cap. The case and end cap closure design is identical to the MJU-49/B Decoy Device.
Internally, it consists of a plastic piston and a pyrophoric metal air reactive payload. The
pyrophoric metal payload consists of hundreds of very thin metal foils stacked on top of each
other, which have been chemically treated to be air reactive and produce IR energy. This
device is visually covert in daylight and is slightly visible at night. When functioned, the MJU-
27A/B pyrophoric metal payload is designed to disperse in the airstream producing an area
source of IR energy. The MJU-27A/B has an intensity, rise time, reaction temperature, and
reaction time designed and optimized for use on all military aircraft. This decoy device may be
used in training by all Naval aircraft.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.80
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G, KC-130 F/R, AH-1W, AH-1Y/Z, UH-1N, CH-46,
CH-53 D/E, MV-22, C-130 F/R, P-3C (AIP), P-3C, P-8, MH-60 R/S, SH-60B, HH-60H, MH-53E
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
PMA-272, Jacksonville, Fl
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-34 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-32/B Name: IR Decoy Flare
Description:
The MJU-32/B Decoy Flare is the improved current in-service inventory production decoy flare
(third generation) replacement for the Mk 46 Mod 1C Decoy Flares. The MJU-32/B Decoy Flare
consists of a cylindrical aluminum case approximately 5.8 inches in length and 1.42 inches in
diameter with a plastic end cap. Internally, it consists of an extruded pyrotechnic flare grain and
a bore sensing out-of-line igniter ignition system. This improved sympathetic ignition system is
safer than the old pull-wire ignition system in the Mk 46 Mod 1C. The pyrotechnic flare grain
consists of a chemical mixture of Magnesium, Teflon , and Viton (MTV) and is wrapped in an
adhesive backed aluminum foil tape. When functioned, the MJU-32/B has an intensity, rise
time, and burn time designed and optimized for use from lower signature assault support (rotary
wing) and transport aircraft. This decoy flare is not designed for use operationally from tactical
strike (jet) or high signature fixed wing aircraft. This decoy flare may be used in training by all
Naval aircraft.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
KC-130 F/R, AH-1W, AH-1Z, UH-1N, UH-1Y, CH-46, CH-53 D/E, MV-22, C-130 F/R, P-3 (AIP),
P-3, P-8, MH-60 R/S, HH-60H, SH-60B, MH-53E
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-35 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-38/B Decoy Flare is the improved current in-service inventory production decoy flare
(third generation) replacement for the MJU-8/B and MJU-8A/B Decoy Flares. The MJU-38/B
Decoy Flare consists of a cylindrical aluminum case approximately 5.8 inches in length and 1.42
inches in diameter with a plastic end cap. Internally, it consists of an extruded pyrotechnic flare
grain and a bore sensing out-of-line igniter ignition system. This improved sympathetic ignition
system is safer than the old pull-wire ignition system in the MJU-8/B and MJU-8A/B. The
pyrotechnic flare grain consists of a chemical mixture of Magnesium, Teflon , and Viton (MTV)
and is wrapped in an adhesive backed aluminum foil tape. When functioned, the MJU-38/B has
an intensity, rise time, and burn time designed and optimized for use from higher signature
tactical jet aircraft. This decoy flare is not designed for use operationally from helos and lower
signature fixed wing aircraft. This decoy flare may be used in training by all Naval aircraft.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.4
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-36 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-32 A/B & MJU-38 A/B Name: IR Decoy Flare
Description:
The MJU-32A/B and MJU-38A/B are product improvements to, and replacements for the
original MJU-32/B and MJU-38/B respectively. The improvements incorporated into both these
decoy flares are, (1) a bored out decoy case to reduce setback forces, (2) a plastic squib cup to
reduce reactive loads to the dispenser magazine bolts, (3) a new igniter derived from the
MJU-57/B. The MJU-32A/B and MJU-38A/B are completely interchangeable with, and will be
similarly applied to applicable T/M/S aircraft the same as the basic MJU-32/B and MJU-38/B.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
MJU-32 A/B = KC-130 F/R, AH-1W, AH-1Z, UH-1N, UH-1Y, CH-46, CH-53 D/E, MV-22, C-130
F/R, P-3C (AIP), P-3C, P-8, MH-60 R/S, HH-60H, SH-60B, MH-53E
MJU-38 A/B = F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-37 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-39/B flare is a magnesium based kinematic IR counter-measure. It consists of an
aluminum case, crimped on aluminum end cap, plastic piston, sequencer device, flare body with
nozzle and shroud. It is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-59/B impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 10.5
Width (in.) - 2.6
Height (in.) - 2.0
Carriage Options:
F-22A
Dispenser:
ALE-52
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-59/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-43-7
10-38 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-40/B flare is a magnesium based kinematic IR countermeasure. It consists of an
aluminum case, crimped on aluminum end cap, plastic piston, sequencer device, flare body with
nozzle and shroud. It is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-36/B impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 10.5
Width (in.) - 2.6
Height (in.) - 2.0
Carriage Options:
F-22A
Dispenser:
ALE-52
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-36/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-43-7
10-39 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-46/B infrared countermeasure decoy consists of an aluminum cartridge case purged
with nitrogen and containing a payload of stacked special material elements which react with
air. Each aluminum cartridge case contains a sealed receptacle cup with O-ring for an impulse
cartridge, a plastic/nylon piston, crimped and then sealed, metal end plate. When the impulse
cartridge is initiated by the firing pulse, the impulse cartridge receptacle cup frangible
missiles.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.00
Width (in.) - 1.00
Height (in.) - 1.00
Carriage Options:
A-10
C-130
F-16
Dispenser:
Squib/Cart:
BBU-35/B

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
11A16-47-7
10-40 FOUO
10-41 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-47/B flare is a magnesium based kinematic IR countermeasure. It consists of an
aluminum case, crimped on aluminum end cap, plastic piston, sequencer device, and flare body
with nozzle. It is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-36/B impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 2.7
Height (in.) - 2.0
Carriage Options:
F-15
F-16
Dispenser:
ALE-45/47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-36/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-43-7
10-42 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-48/B flare is combination magnesium based IR flare and special material decoy
countermeasure. It consists of an aluminum case, crimped and sealed aluminum end cap, felt
spacer, special material payload, mid-spacer, flare pellet, safe and initiation device, plastic
piston and a sealed cartridge cup. It is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-35/B impulse
cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.0
Width (in.) - 2.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
F-15
F-16
Dispenser:
ALE-45/47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-40-7
10-43 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-49/B Name: IR Decoy Device
Description:
The MJU-49/B Decoy Device is a current in-service inventory production decoy. The MJU-49/B
Decoy Device consists of a cylindrical aluminum case approximately 5.8 inches in length and
1.42 inches in diameter with an aluminum end cap. The case and end cap closure are solid
aluminum hermetically sealed with an o-ring. Internally, it consists of a plastic piston and a
pyrophoric metal air reactive payload. The pyrophoric metal payload consists of hundreds of
very thin metal foils stacked on top of each other, which have been chemically treated to be air
reactive and produce IR energy. This device is visually covert in daytime and slightly visible at
night. When functioned, the MJU-49/B pyrophoric metal payload is designed to disperse in the
airstream producing an area source of IR energy. The MJU-49/B has an intensity, rise time,
reaction temperature, and reaction time designed and optimized for use on all military aircraft.
This decoy device may be used in training by all Naval aircraft.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G, KC-130 F/R, AH-1W, AH-1Z, UH-1N/Y, CH-46,
CH-53 D/E, MV-22, C-130 F/R, P-3C (AIP), P-3C, P-8, MH-60 R/S, HH-60H, SH-60B, MH-53E
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-44 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-50 Name: IR Decoy Flare
Description:
The MJU-50/B is an Air Force decoy device, developed under the Advanced Strategic &
Tactical Expendable (ASTE) countermeasure program, adapted by the Air Force for use on
their F-16, A-10 and C-130 transport aircraft. The MJU-50/B form factor was designed to be the
same as the M206 Aircraft Countermeasures Flare (1”x 1”x 8”). The MJU-50/B payload onsists
of a pyrophoric payload of the same basic type as the Navy MJU-27A/B, but cut in squares to fit
into the 1x1 form factor. This payload is housed in an aluminum case with a metal plate for an
end cap, sealed in-place with a sealing compound. The decoy device case is composed of a
square tube with an integral impulse cartridge retainer. A separate impulse cartridge squib cup
is glued in place to seal the end of the unit. This device was initially procured to support the
Marine KC-130J, but is being replaced by the MJU-64/B for future procurements. This decoy
device was procured initially to support KC-130J testing, but is being replaced for future use by
the Navy MJU-64/B. This decoy device may be used in test, operations and training by all
KC-130J aircraft.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.0
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
KC-130 J/T, UC-35D
Dispenser:
ALE-47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B, CCU-145/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-45 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-50/B Name: Decoy
Description:
missiles.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.00
Width (in.) - 1.00
Height (in.) - 1.00
Carriage Options:
A-10
C-130
F-16
Dispenser:
Squib/Cart:
BBU-35/B

Status - Inventory
506 CBSS/GBLA, Hill AFB, UT End Cap View of MJU-50/B
Technical Order:
11A16-47-7
Cutaway View of MJU-50/B
10-46 FOUO
10-47 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-51A/B Name: Decoy
Description:
missiles.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.00
Width (in.) - 2.00
Height (in.) - 1.00
Carriage Options:
F-15, F-16, and C-17
Dispenser:
Squib/Cart:
BBU-35/B

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
11A16-47-7
10-48 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-52/B Name: Decoy
Description:
The MJU-52/B infrared countermeasure decoy is enclosed in a plastic case. The individual
payload is heat sealed in a plastic case (tray), with a plastic cover/strap that is purged with
nitrogen and contains a payload of stacked special material foil elements, which react with air.
The individual tray of MJU-52/B decoy is dispensed in flight mechanically. When the plastic
payload tray of special material hits the air stream it breaks apart scattering the special material
out into the air stream. The special material payload reacts with air in generating infrared
energy to decoy surface-to-air and air-to-air missiles.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 3.00
Width (in.) - 2.50
Carriage Options:
F-15
Dispenser:
AN/ALE-58 Dispenser installed in the LAU-128B/A Launcher

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
11A16-48-7
10-49 FOUO
10-50 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-53/B flare is a magnesium based IR countermeasure. It consists of an aluminum
case, crimped and sealed plastic end cap, rubber spacer, plastic piston, safe and initiation
device, flare pellet, and a sealed cartridge cup. It is dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-
36/B impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - .0
Width (in.) - 2.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
C-17
Dispenser:
ALE-47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-36/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-40-7
10-51 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-55/B Decoy Flare-Device consists of a cylindrical aluminum case approximately 5.8
inches in length and 1.42 inches in diameter with an o-ring sealed aluminum end cap.
Internally, it consists of two separate infrared energy generating payloads. One payload is an
extruded pyrotechnic flare grain with a bore sensing out-of-line igniter ignition system. This
payload is similar to the MJU-38/B only it is approximately 1/3 the size. The other portion of the
payload is the same pyrophoric metal foils as are in the MJU-49/B, and comprises the
remainder of the payload volume (approximately ½ of the quantity as the MJU-49/B). When
functioned, the two payloads of the MJU-55/B each produce an infrared energy source with
intensity, rise times, and burn times designed and optimized for use on most military aircraft
including higher signature tactical jet aircraft.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-52 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-57/B Decoy Flare consists of a cylindrical aluminum case approximately 5.8 inches in
length and 1.42 inches in diameter with an o-ring sealed steel/tungsten end cap. Internally, it
consists of three major components: the pressed pyrotechnic flare grain composed of
Magnesium/Teflon /Viton /Anthracene (MTV/Antracene) composition, the nozzle/fin assembly,
and the spring loaded bore sensing out-of-line slider interrupter igniter assembly. The payload
is designed to be a thrusting body during function. When functioned, the MJU-57/B has an
intensity, rise time, burn time, and forward flying characteristics designed and optimized for use
on aircraft capable of speeds greater than 200 KIAS.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G, KC-130 F/R, C-130 F/R, P-3C (AIP), P-3C, P-8
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
5.838” (Max)
Tungsten
Ballast
Igniter Nozzle
Assembly O-Ring
Section
Case
Impulse Spring-Loaded
Cartridge Fins (4) Grain Ignition Pyrotechnic
Cavity Slurry Grain
Ignition
Pellets (2) Nozzles (8) Outer
Body Tube /End Cap
Case
Crimp
10-53 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-57 A/B Name: IR Decoy Flare
Description:
The MJU-57A/B is a form/fit/function direct replacement for the MJU-57/B, incorporating design
features to improve safety, producibility, reliability and unit cost. The MJU-57A/B design
improves safety during manufacturing by reducing human exposure/handling through a much
more streamlined and efficient fabrication/assembly process, and will reduce the average unit
production cost by 50% or more, as compared to the MJU-57/B. The flare payload consists of a
EXTRUDED Magnesium-Teflon®-Viton® (MTV) pyrotechnic grain housed in a plastic body.
One end of the body contains a Tungsten ballast to help aerodynamic stability while the other
end contains a nozzle for the unit’s thrust. Wrapped around the body is a one-piece spring steel
fin. Attached to the nozzle end of the body is a Safe and Arm (S&A) type igniter. The MJU-
57A/B payload is housed in an aluminum case and is crimped in place. The case contains a
plastic cartridge retainer that has been shown to reduce ejection forces onto the dispenser
when the unit is functioned. When functioned, the MJU-57A/B has an intensity, rise time, burn
time, and forward flying characteristics designed and optimized for use on aircraft capable of
speeds greater than 200 KIAS. This decoy provides significant improvement to aircraft
survivability through improved countermeasure effectiveness against the advanced IR MANPAD
threat.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.4
Height (in.) - 1.4
Carriage Options:
F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G, KC-130 F/R/J/T, C-130 F/R, P-3 (AIP), P-3, P-8
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-54 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-61/B Decoy Flare a countermeasure to defeat infrared seeking missiles. This flare
will support the Navy’s acquisition of KC-130J Aircraft. The MJU-61/B form factor was designed
to be the same as the M206 Aircraft Countermeasures Flare (1”x 1”x 8”). The following figures
illustrate the configuration of the MJU-61/B Decoy Flare. The flare payload consists of a
Magnesium-Teflon®-Viton® (MTV) pyrotechnic grain equipped with a Safe and Arm (S&A) type
igniter. This payload is housed in an aluminum case with a plastic end cap that is crimped in
place. The end cap contains an o-ring for a hermetic seal. In between the grain and end cap is
a silicone foam rubber pad that takes up tolerances to assure there is always a tight fit of the
pyrotechnic payload. The pad also adds protection to the unit during aircraft vibration and
rough handling. When functioned, the pyrotechnic payload of the MJU-61/B produces an
infrared energy source with intensity, rise times, and burn times designed and optimized for use
on most military transport aircraft. The MJU-61/B decoy requires the CCU-145/A (HERO Safe),
or BBU-35/B Impulse Cartridge to be dispensed from the D-49/ALE-47 dispensers on the KC-
130J aircraft.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.0
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
KC-130 J/T, UC-35D
Dispenser:
ALE-47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B or CCU-145/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
Aluminum
End Cap
Igniter MTV Silicone Foam
Polyethylen One Piece Case
Grain Rubber Pad
e Piston With O-ring
1.050 .975
8.105
10-55 FOUO
Description:
The MJU-62/B flare is a boron based IR countermeasure. It consists of an aluminum case,
plastic end cap, felt spacer, safe and initiation device, plastic piston, and the flare pellet. It is
dispensed and ignited in flight by a BBU-36/B impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.0
Width (in.) - 2.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
C-17
Dispenser:
ALE-47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-36/B

Contractor - ATK Thiokol
Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-40-7
10-56 FOUO
Nomenclature: MJU-64/B Name: IR Decoy Device
Description:
The MJU-64/B decoy device is a Navy version of the Army M211, consists of an 1” x 1” x 8”
aluminum outer case loaded with a pyrophoric metal payload. A plastic piston below the
pyrophoric metal payload ensures the payload is ejected from the case. The decoy is closed
with an o-ring sealed metal end cap. The items are sealed to prevent contamination or
activation of the pyrophoric metal payload.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.0
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
KC-130 J/T, UC-35D
Dispenser:
ALE-47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B or CCU-145/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
Pyrophoric
Metal O-Ring
Case, One-Piece
O-Ring Piston
End Cap
10-57 FOUO
Nomenclature: RR-129/AL Name: Chaff Cartridge
Description:
The RR-129 consists of a cylindrical plastic case approximately 5.8 inches in length and 1.42
inches in diameter. The base end of the device case is flanged to fit the counterbore of an
AN/ALE-39 and/or AN/ALE-47 Countermeasures Dispensing Set. The RR-129 consists of four
major elements: the chaff payload, piston, and case and end cap. The chaff payload consists
of aluminized glass dipoles, precut to three lengths. When the chaff payload is ejected, it
disperses in the airstream, creating a cloud that reflects incident radar energy resulting in clutter
echoes or false targets in the threat radar systems against which it operates. Item being
replaced by RR-129A/AL.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.42
Height (in.) - 1.42
Carriage Options:
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-58 FOUO
Nomenclature: RR-129A/AL Name: Chaff Cartridge
Description:
The RR-129A/AL is an RF passive (chaff) countermeasure, providing aircraft survivability and
protection against RF guided threats and tracking radars. It is intended as an improvement over
the existing RR-129/AL chaff countermeasure, incorporating an improved end cap and a more
durable, opaque plastic case. The new chaff countermeasure will have the same dipole cuts as
the original RR-129/AL, with frequency coverage between 2-18 GHz.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.42
Height (in.) - 1.42
Carriage Options:
F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G, KC-130 F/R, AH-1W, AH-1Z, UH-1N, UH-1Y,
CH-46, CH-53 D/E, MV-22, C-130 F/R, P-3 (AIP), P-3, P-8, MH-60 R/S, SH-60B, HH-60H, MH-
53E
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-59 FOUO
Description:
The RR-129A/AL is an RF passive (chaff) countermeasure, providing aircraft survivability and
protection against RF guided threats and tracking radars. It is intended as an improvement
over the existing RR-129/AL chaff countermeasure, incorporating an improved end cap and a
more durable, opaque plastic case. The new chaff countermeasure will have the same dipole
cuts as the original RR-129/AL, with frequency coverage between 2-18 GHz.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.42
Height (in.) - 1.42
Carriage Options:
F/A-18 A/B/C/D/E/F, AV-8B, EA-6B, E/A-18G, KC-130 F/R, AH-1W, AH-1Z, UH-1N/, CH-46,
CH-53 D/E, MV-22, C-130 F/R, P-3 (AIP), P-3, P-8, MH-60 R/S, SH-60B, HH-60H, MH-53E
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-60 FOUO
Description:
The RR-170A/AL is a chaff countermeasure. It is the standard USAF tactical chaff cartridge. It
consists of a plastic case, plastic end cap, aluminum coated glass fiber payload, plastic piston,
and a felt spacer. It is dispensed in flight by a BBU-35/B impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
A-10, MC-130, F-15, F-16, C-17, B-1B, Others
Dispenser:
ALE-40/45/47/48
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B

Status - Inventory
Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-39-7
10-61 FOUO
Nomenclature: RR-170A/AL (Navy) Name: Chaff Cartridge
Description:
The RR-170A/AL is the standard USAF tactical chaff cartridge. The figure below shows the
RCS of a single RR-170 chaff cartridge based on frequency. It shows that the largest RCS
occurs at about 3 GHz. However, for the spectrum between 2-18 GHz, which includes most
SAM TTRs, the RCS of the RR-170 cartridge is over 50 square meters. Since the typical fighter
aircraft RCS varies between 1 and 10 square meters, depending upon frequency and aspect,
the RR-170 chaff cartridge should provide a sufficient RCS to mask the aircraft RCS. The
Navy’s version is RR-170A/AL with a different NALC (DOCIC) 4W59 NSN 5765-01-262-1157.
This is due to the NAVY conducts lot acceptance test on our items there, a new NALC % NSN
was developed to ensure Navy conducts these tests when received from the contractor.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.42
Height (in.) - 1.42
Carriage Options:
KC-130 J/T, UC-35D
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-62 FOUO
Description:
The RR-180/AL is a chaff countermeasure. It consists of a dual payload plastic case. Each
payload has a rubber end cap, aluminum coated glass fiber payload with plastic “I” beam
supports, plastic piston, and a felt spacer. It is dispensed in flight by a BBU-48/B dual impulse
cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
C-17
F-15
F-16
MC-130
Others
Dispenser:
ALE-45/47
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-48/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-45-7
10-63 FOUO
Description:
The RR-188/AL is a training chaff countermeasure. It consists of a plastic case, plastic end
cap, aluminum coated glass fiber payload, plastic piston, and a felt spacer. It is dispensed in
flight by a BBU-35/B impulse cartridge. The RR-188 is identical to the RR-170 in form and fit
but the RR-188 is only used for training missions.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
B-1B
C-17
F-15
F-16
MC-130
Others
Dispenser:
ALE-40/45/47/48
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-35/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-39-7
10-64 FOUO
Description:
The RR-196/AL is a bundled chaff countermeasure. It consists of a dual payload plastic case.
Each payload has a rubber end cap, aluminum coated glass fiber payload bundled with Kapton
wrap in 3 sections, and a plastic piston with glued on felt spacer. It is dispensed in flight by a
BBU-48/B dual impulse cartridge.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 8.1
Width (in.) - 1.0
Height (in.) - 1.0
Carriage Options:
F-22A
Dispenser:
ALE-52
Impulse Cartridge:
BBU-48/B

Improvements - N/A
Technical Order:
11A16-45-7
10-65 FOUO
Nomenclature: RT-1489/ALE Name: GEN-X Decoy
Description:
The GEN-X is a small, one-shot, expendable terminal Radio Frequency (RF) threat
countermeasure that receives an RF signal from a recognized threat and then transmits RF
power to counter airborne and land/sea-based radar guided missiles. The device uses a
generic monopulse technique that has been made possible through new monolithic Gallium
Arsenide (GaAs) microwave integrated circuit technology. The base end of this case is flanged
to fit in counter-bore of an AN/ALE-39 or AN/ALE-47 Countermeasures Dispenser Set (CMDS).
The base end of the GEN-X case incorporates a conductive elastomer with acts as a seal for
the gases from the impulse cartridge used to dispense the device. The end of the case
opposite the flanged base incorporates a coined-end integral to the aluminum case. The major
assemblies in the GEN-X are the electronic modules assembly, antenna, battery, and a tail
assembly. There are four electronic modules, consisting of monolithic microwave integrated
circuits, which perform the basic functions of receiving, amplifying, modulating and transmitting
RF energy. The antenna receives and transmits RF energy. The battery is a self-contained,
lithium based thermal type that is activated at launch sympathetically by a small primer at the
base of the battery. Upon a dispense command, a CCU-136A/A impulse cartridge is initiated by
the CMDS and the force of this impulse strikes the primer and initiates the thermal battery. The
battery supplies all power to the electrical circuits of the GEN-X. The tail assembly is used to
stabilize the decoy's descent. This type of tail is known as a folding wing tail. After the pilot
launches the GEN-X, the operation is automatic. The illustration below shows GENX after
launch.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.42
Height (in.) - 1.42
Carriage Options:
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-66 FOUO
Nomenclature: SM-875B/ALE Name: IR Simulator Flare
Description:
SM-875B/ALE Simulator, Flare (hereafter referred to as the SM-875B). The SM-875B consists
of a cylindrical plastic case approximately 5.8 inches in length and 1.42 inches in diameter. The
base end of the flare case is flanged to fit the counter bore of an AN/ALE-39 or AN/ALE-47
Countermeasures Dispensing Set. The end of the flare case opposite the flanged base is
closed with an plastic end cap with an O-ring seal. Internally the SM-875B has small
pyrotechnic (MTV based) flare grain, with integral safe & arm bore riding slider mechanism. The
flare grain is ignited by igniter pellets within the safe & arm device, which are ignited by the
Impulse Cartridge that ejects it from the Dispenser. The SM-875B was developed as a
replacement for the previous SM-875A/ALE. This new design will have an igniter (a derivative of
the current MJU-32/38 sealed igniter) instead of lighting from the impulse cartridge and a flare
grain with effectively 4 times the intensity of the previous SM-875A/ALE. Testing has also
shown that this new configuration is visually detectable at much greater distances than the
previous training devices, and even has sufficient energy to facilitate use with CATM-9 trainers.
Characteristics:
Length (in.) - 5.8
Width (in.) - 1.42
Height (in.) - 1.42
Carriage Options:
Dispenser:
ALE-39/47
Impulse Cartridge:
CCU-136A/A
Technical Order:
NAVAIR 11-140-7
10-67 FOUO
Nomenclature: SUU-25 Name: Flare Dispenser
Description:
The SUU-25 flare dispensers can carry either eight illuminating flares or eight target marking
flares. It is composed of a tubular metal body consisting of four internal tubes enclosed by an
outer skin, with a bulkhead at each end. Two flares are loaded in each tube. Flares are ejected
from the rear of the dispenser. The flare dispenser itself is not normally expended after use.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 260 (unloaded)
Length (in.) - 96.0
Carriage Options:
A-10
Capacity:
8ea LUU-1, LUU-2, LUU-5 or LUU-19
Squib/Cart:
ARD-863, CCU-107 Impulse Cartridges

Required Parts:
ADU-381 Adapter Kit, Shear Pins
Technical Order:
11A21-7-7
10-68 FOUO
CHAPTER ELEVEN
1 June 2009
FUZES and SENSORS

Nomenclature: DSU-33 Name: Proximity Sensor
DSU-33A/B General Purpose
DSU-33B/B, DSU-33C/B & DSU-33D/B
Characteristics:
Fuzing - FMU-139, FMU-152A/B
Interface - JDAM, GP Bombs
Power/Safety - FZU-48/B, FZU-55A/B Air Turbine (AF), Fuze Function Control Set (N), and
Thermal Battery/Fuzing
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - M117, MK 80 Series, BLU-110/111/117 General Purpose Bombs and
JDAM (DSU-33A/B Limited Usage)
DSU-33A/B
-Contractor - Motorola Inc
-Manufacturer - Motorola Inc, Scottsdale AZ
-Status - Inventory
DSU-33B/B
-Contractor - ATK, Tactical Systems Company, LLC
-Manufacturer - ATK, Tactical Systems Company, LLC, Rocket City, WV
-Status - Inventory
DSU-33C/B
-Status - Inventory
DSU-33D/B
-Status - Production USAF/FMS
DSU-33 A/B, B/B, C/B, D/B: 506 CBSS/GBLB, Hill AFB, UT
Note - Joint Program with the Navy, USAF Lead Service
DSU-33A/B DSU-33B/B, DSU-33C/B & DSU-33D/B
11-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: DTU-31/B Name: Bomb Adaptor Timer-Actuator
Description:
The DTU-31/B Timer-Actuator provides a pre-selected time delay to activate BSU-49/B
retarders on air launched MK 82 and MK 36 general purpose munitions. It is an electro-
mechanical device that is mechanically initiated by a lanyard attached to the munition release
system. This initiation energizes an electronic timing circuit that provides a preset time delay
of .650 seconds. At the conclusion of the timing cycle, a pressure cartridge is fired which
initiates operation of the BSU-49/B retarders. The timer-actuator is installed directly onto the
MK 82 and MK 36 general purpose bombs for use in B-1B Bomber.
Characteristics:
Weight - 2.5 lbs.
Length - 14.125 in.
Delay Time - 0.65 +or- 0.05 sec
Interface - B-1B Bomber
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - A1R, MK 82, MK 36
Delivery Speed - 350 to 600 kt. or 0.9 M

Manufacturer - Chamberlain Amptec Corporation
Status - Inventory
11-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-54A/B Name: Impact Bomb Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Impact for general purpose bombs
Interface - Standard Bomb
Power/Safety - Out-of-line explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - M117, MK 82, MK 83, MK 84
Explosive Components:
Primer - None
Detonator - M9 Stab T75 Elec for Prox mode
Lead - Long - Tetryl 350 mg (two)
Short - Tetryl 60 mg (two)
Booster - 162 g Tetryl

Status - Inventory (currently being demilitarized)
11-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-56/B, D/B Name: Bomb Proximity Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Proximity fuze for cluster bombs
Interface - Cluster Bomb
Power/Safety - Thermal battery/out-of-line explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - CBU-24/B, CBU-29/B
Primer - In Thermal Battery
Detonator - D74B1
Lead - None
Booster - FZU-1/B
Other - Two explosive bellows drivers operate rotor

11-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-81 Name: Bomb Impact Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Impact for laser guided bombs
Interface - Laser Guided Bomb
Power/Safety - Thermal battery/out-of-line explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - GBU-10, GBU-12
Primer - None
Detonator - M36A1
Lead - none
Booster - FZU-2/B
Other - Two Bellows Drivers for Arm Enable and Mechanical Arming

Status - Inventory
11-5 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-110 Name: Proximity Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Proximity for cluster munitions
Interface - Cluster Munitions
Power/Safety - In thermal battery/out-of-line explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - SUU-30 Dispenser
Primer - In Thermal Battery
Detonator - D74B1
Lead - None
Booster - FZU-1/B
Other - Arming Bellows, Locked Rod Bellows; Less 1g Explosives Each

11-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-113 Name: Proximity Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Proximity Fuze
Interface - Standard Bomb (Low Drag)
Power/Safety - Alternator/out-of-line explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - M117, MK 82, MK 83, MK 84
Primer - None
Detonator - MK 44
Lead - 466 mg CH-6
Booster - FZU-2/B
Other - Electric and Stab Actuators

Status - Inventory
11-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-124 Name: Guided Bomb Impact Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Impact delay for guided bomb
Interface - Guided Bomb
Power/Safety - GBU-15 guided bomb power supply/out-of-line explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - GBU-15, AGM-130
Primer - None
Detonator - MK 100-0
Lead - 160 mg Tetryl
Booster - 123 g Tetryl
Other - MK 20-0 Bellows Drivers (Two)

Status - Inventory
11-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-139A/B, C/B Name: Electronic Bomb Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze Type - Impact, Impact Delay, and Proximity (w/ external proximity sensors)
Power/Safety - FZU-48/B Air Turbine (AF), Fuze Function Control Set (N)
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - GBU-10, GBU-12, GBU-16, GBU-22, GBU-24, GBU-31/32/38/54, GBU-
51/52, M117, MK 82, MK 83, MK 84
Manufacturer(s) - ATK, Tactical Systems Company, LLC Rocket City, WV
- L-3 Fuzing and Ordnance Systems, Cincinnati, OH
Status - Inventory (FMU-139A/B)
- Production (FMU-139C/B)
11-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-140 Series Name: Dispenser Proximity
Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze Type - Proximity fuze with an optional Arm and Fire (timer) mode. It is a repackaged
version of the AF FMU-110/B Dispenser Proximity Fuze (DPF). Arming times and functioning
altitudes are variable and are selected during preflight on the fuze faceplate.
Interface - Navy/Marine Corps ROCKEYE II and GATOR weapons.
Power/Safety - is a self-powered doppler radar device acting as a radar altimeter, it has 5 safety
interlocks.
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - Navy/Marine Corps ROCKEYE II and GATOR weapons.
Note: For specific FMU-140 fuze/weapon configurations refer to NAVAIR 11-140-9

Contractor - Motorola Inc
Manufacturer - Motorola Inc, Scottsdale AZ
Status - Inventory
Notes:
1. Refer to NAVAIR 11-1F-2 for specific FMU-140 fuze functional information including arm
times.
11-10 FOUO
11-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-143B/B-Q/B Name: Electronic Bomb Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze Type - Impact delay for penetrating warheads ( 0.030, 0.060, and 0.120 Second Delays)
Interface - BLU-109, BLU-113, BLU-116, BLU-121, and BLU-122
Power/Safety - FZU-32B/B Bomb Fuze Initiator, GBU-15/AGM-130 Battery
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - GBU-10, GBU-24, GBU-27, GBU-28, GBU-31, AGM-130, AGM-142
(With BLU-109, BLU-113, BLU-116, BLU-121, or BLU-122)
Note: For specific FMU-143 fuze/weapon configurations refer to T.O. 11A-1-63,
NAVAIR 11-140-10
Contractor - Kaman Precision Products, Orlando, FL
- L-3 Fuzing and Ordnance Systems, Cincinnati, OH
Manufacturer - L-3 Fuzing and Ordnance Systems
Status - Inventory (FMU-143B/B and FMU143N/B) - Kaman Precision Products
Production (FMU-143B/B) - L-3 Fuzing and Ordnance Systems
Notes:
1. Joint Program with Navy, Air Force Lead Service.
2. Navy FMU-143 versions: FMU-143 E/B , FMU-143 K/B, FMU-143 L/B, and FMU-143 M/B
with impact delays of 0.060, 0.030, 0.060, and 0.120 seconds respectively. AF FMU-143
versions: FMU-143 B/B, FMU-143 D/B, FMU-143F/B, FMU-143 G/B, FMU-143 H/B,
FMU-143 J/B, FMU-143 N/B, FMU-143P/B, and FMU-143Q/B with impact delays of
0.060, 0.060, 0.030, 0.060, 0.120, 0.120, 0.060, 0.060, 0.120 seconds respectively.
3. Refer to T.O. 11A7-32-7 or NAVAIR 11-1F-2 for specific FMU-143 fuze functional
information including arm times.
11-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-152A/B Name: Electronic Bomb Fuze
Characteristics:
Fuze Type - Multi-Delay, Multi-Arm and Proximity Sensor Compatible with General Purpose
Blast- Frag and Hardened-Target Penetrator Warheads. Cockpit selectable in-flight
(prior to release) when used with JDAM weapons.
Interface - MK 82, MK 83, MK 84, BLU-109, BLU-110, BLU-111, BLU-113, BLU-122
Power/Safety - FZU-55A/B Bomb Fuze Initiator, GBU-15/AGM-130 Battery, Navy FFCS
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - GBU-10, GBU-12, GBU-15, GBU-16, GBU-24, GBU-27, GBU-28, GBU-31,
GBU-32, GBU-38, and AGM-130

Contractor - Kaman Precision Products, Orlando, FL
Manufacturer - Kaman Precision Products, Orlando, FL
Status - Production
679 ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL
11-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: FZU-39/B Name: Proximity Fuze Sensor
Characteristics:
Type - Proximity sensor used with dispenser fuze for cluster bombs
Interface - Cluster Bombs
Power/Safety - Powered by thermal battery
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - SUU-64/B, SUU-65/B
Primer - N/A
Detonator - N/A
Lead - N/A
Booster - N/A

Status - Inventory
11-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: M904E4 Name: Mechanical Bomb Fuze, Nose
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Impact delay for general purpose bombs (0.00, 0.01, 0.25, 0.05, or 0.1 second
delays)
Power/Safety - Mechanical arming upon release (arming vane), spring-driven out-of-line
explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - M117, MK 82, MK 83, MK 84, BLU-110, BLU-111, BLU-117
Primer - None
Detonator - M35
Lead - 100 mg Tetryl
Booster - 72.3 g Tetryl
Requires use of M-9 Delay and M146 (AF), M148 (N) Nose Adapter Booster (Separate
Components)
Status - Inventory
11-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: M905 Name: Mechanical Bomb Fuze, Tail
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Impact delay for general purpose bombs (0.00, 0.01, 0.25, 0.05, or 0.1 second
delays)
Power/Safety - Mechanical arming upon release (arming vane), spring-driven out-of-line
explosive train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - GBU-10, GBU-12, M117, MK 82, MK 83, MK 84
Primer - M42
Detonator - M35
Lead - None
Requires use of M-9 Delay and M147 Tail Adapter Booster and ATU-35/B Vane Drive Assembly
(Separate Components)

Status - Inventory
ROTOR
DETONATOR
11-16 FOUO
Nomenclature: M907 Name: Mechanical Fuze, Airburst
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Mechanical airburst for cluster bombs
Interface - Cluster Bombs
Power/Safety - Mechanical arming upon release (arming vane)
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - CBU-24, CBU-49, CBU-62, M120 Photoflash Bomb
Primer - M72
Detonator - None
Lead - None
Booster - 6.18 g Black Powder

Status - Inventory (current inventory not employed by USAF, currently being demilitarized)
11-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: MK 339 Mods 0 & 1 Name: Mechanical Time (MT)
Fuze
Description:
The MK 339 Mods 0 & 1 is a mechanical time fuze used with dispenser weapons. The primary
and option functioning delays are preset during assembly at the factory. The fuze is preset at
1.2 seconds for primary delay, and the option delay is preset at 4.0 seconds. These time
delays can be reset during weapon preparation to meet various tactical requirements. The
functional delays for both the primary and option modes of the fuze can be adjusted from 1.2 to
50 seconds (Mod 0) or 1.2 to 100 seconds (Mod 1) in 0.1 second increments. The fuze
safe/arm indicator is viewed through the indicator observation window in the upper nose fairing.
There is a layer of green foil at the base of the indicator bubble. The fuze is in a safe condition
when the green foil is intact, and it is armed when the green foil is pierced by the indicator pin.
Characteristics:
Fuze type - Proximity Fuze for Cluster Munition
Interface - Cluster Munition
Power/Safety - Out-of-Line Explosive Train
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On - CBU-59/B, CBU-72, MK 20, PDU-5/B (loaded with Leaflets),
SUU-76C/B (empty)
Primer - None
Detonator - MK 43 Mod 2
Lead - None
Booster - None
Contractor / Status / Improvements /

Special Equipment:
Status - Inventory
11-18 FOUO
CHAPTER TWELVE
1 June 2009
MUNITIONS MATERIEL
HANDLING EQUIPMENT (MMHE)

12-0 FOUO
Name: 2.75 Inch Rocket Transport Module
Description:
This module transports or stores up to 60 fully assembled 2.75 inch rockets configured in
lengths of approximately 54 to 72 inches (rocket lengths vary on rocket motor and warhead
combinations).
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 33.0
Width (in.) - 80.0
Length (in.) - 53.0

Status - Procurement/Inventory
578 CBSS/GBLB, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order:
35DA3-6-38-1
2.75 Inch Rocket Transport Module

With Rocket Access Closed
2.75 Inch Rocket Transport Module

With Rocket Access Doors Open
12-1 FOUO
Name: 20mm Ammunition Loading System (ALS) Replenisher
Assembly
Description:
The 20mm Ammunition Loading System (ALS) Replenisher assembly is used to transfer 20mm
ammunition from storage into the ALS, the Universal Ammunition Loading System (UALS), or
the Linkless Ammunition Loading System (LALS) for transportation to the flight line. While
performing this function, it simultaneously and independently receives spent cases and/or
unfired ammunition from the loader assembly. The replenisher will function when supplied with
either built (loose) or linked ammunition.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 39.3
Width (in.) - 30.7
Length (in.) - 79.4
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: 35D30-4-11-1
12-2 FOUO
Name: 20mm Replenisher Table
Description:
The 20mm ammunition loading system replenisher assembly is used to transfer 20mm
ammunition from storage into the ALS, UALS, or LALS for transportation to the flight line.
While performing this function, it simultaneously and independently receives spent cases
and/or unfired ammunition from the loader assembly. The replenisher will function with
loose ammunition only.
Characteristics:
Width (in.) - 36.25

Status - Procurement
Technical Order:
35D30-4-21-1
12-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: ADU-537 A/E Name: Missile Munitions
Loading Adapter (MMLA)
Description:
The Missile Munitions Loading Adapter (MMLA) is to be used in conjunction with the MJ-1 Bomb
Lift Truck or Munition Handling Unit (MHU-194/E) Manually Operated Lift Truck (MOLT) to
facilitate loading air-to-air missiles on tactical aircraft. The main components of the unit are a
rotating missile cradle and a removable lifting boom. The manually operated boom is used to lift
munitions out of All-Up-Round-Containers (AURCs) and set them on the cradle without the need
for additional handling equipment.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 161
Height (in.) - 18.5 (minimum)
Width (in.) - 23.0
Length (in.) - 39.0 (minimum)
Capacity:
Boom (lbs.) - 525 (A) / 1050 (B)
Cradle (lbs.) - 525
Table (lbs.) - 1050

Status - Inventory
Management / Engineering: 578 CBSS/GBLB, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order:
35DA3-6-37-1
12-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: A/E32K-3 Name: Munitions Assembly
Conveyor (MAC)
Description:
The MAC is designed for the rapid build up of many different types of conventional munitions.
The main components include four roller conveyors, two gantries with pneumatic hoists, two
triple bomb bars, four rail conveyors with 30 munitions dollies, interface control board, arming
wire dispenser, on and off load lighting, adjustment bar, and restraint strap
Characteristics:
Rail Conveyor (assembled) Gantry (assembled)

Weight (lbs.) - 165 each table Weight (lbs.) - 1695.2
Height (in.) - 33.13 Height (ft.) - 14.4
Width (in.) - 27.5 Width (in.) - 149.5
Length (ft.) - 40 ft total length Length (in.) - 181.6
- 10 ft each table
Capacity:
Capacity (net lbs.) - 4,000 (Load on gantries, hoists, or triple bomb bar)

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D2-17-1
12-5 FOUO
Nomenclature: A/E32K-9 Name: Munitions Assembly
Conveyor II (MAC II)
Description:
The MAC II replaces the aging MAC system enhancing the capability to assemble bomb bodies
into fully operational munitions with fuze, guidance section and tail kit. The system provides an
increased lifting capacity, decreased system and munitions assembly/disassembly time, and
improved lighting. In addition, MAC II will extend capability service life to 30 years.
Characteristics:
System weight (lbs.) - 11,001
System length (ft.) - 72
System height (ft.) - 16.5
System width (ft.) - 21.5
Capacity:
6000 lb load on gantries, hoists, and triple bomb bar

Technical Order: 35D2-17-11
MAC II
12-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: ALE-40 Series Name: Chaff/Flare
Transport Module
Description:
This module transports ALE-40 chaff and flare magazines from the munitions storage area to
the flightline. The maximum capacity per module is 40 magazines. It secures to either the
MHU-141, MHU-226 or MHU-110 trailer. It replaces all existing local manufactured transport
modules.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 47.0
Width (in.) - 18.0
Length (in.) - 73.0

Technical Order: 35DA3-6-38-1
12-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: ALE-50 Series Name: Decoy Transport Module
Description:
This module transports ALE-50 decoy magazines from the munitions storage area to the
flightline. The maximum capacity per module is 30 magazines. It secures to either the MHU-
141, MHU-226 or MHU-110 trailer. It replaces all existing local manufactured transport
modules.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 35.0
Width (in.) - 34.0
Length (in.) - 56.0

Technical Order: 35DA3-6-38-1
12-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: ALS Name: 20mm Ammunition Loading
System (ALS) Loader Assembly
Description:
The 20mm ammunition loading system loader assembly is used to transfer 20mm series
ammunition into an aircraft gun system on the flight line. While performing this loading function,
the loader assembly simultaneously downloads cleared rounds and/or spent cases from the gun
system of the F-16.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 2558 (full)
Width (in.) - 68.00
Length (in.) - 181.38

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D30-4-10-1
12-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: ARS Name: Aluminum Rail Set (ARS)
Description:
The ARS Kit allows for six different rail configurations using the same basic parts and
assemblies on the trailer deck and can be mounted on 40-foot and munition handling trailers
(MHU). The Rail set can be assembled with wood dunnage for rolling hard munitions or
rollerized rails for sliding soft skin munitions. The rails can be configured in lateral or longitudinal
directions.
Characteristics:
Configuration Maximum Load
MHU Existing Rail Longitudinal (-10) 10 X CBU/MK82
MHU Wood Longitudinal (-30) 18 X MK82
MHU Existing Rail Lateral (-50) 4 X MK84
40/38 Foot Center Trolley Longitudinal (-70) 30 X CBU/MK82
40/38 Foot Wood Longitudinal (-110) 42 X MK82
40/38 Foot Center Trolley Lateral (-130) 12 X MK84
Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35DA5-2-1
MHU Existing Rail Lateral (-50) 40/38 Foot Wood Longitudinal (-110)
12-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: BDU-33/MK 106 Name: Practice Bomb Transport
Module (40 Round Version)
Description:
The BDU-33/MK 106 Practice Bomb Transport Module protects training munitions from the
elements during delivery to and from the flight line or loading area. Each module has the
capacity to carry 40 practice bombs.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 35.0
Width (in.) - 27.0
Length (in.) - 57.0

Technical Order: 35DA-3-6-38-1
12-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: BDU-33/MK 106 Name: Practice Bomb Transport
Module (80 Round Version)
Description:
The BDU-33/MK 106 Practice Bomb Transport Module protects training munitions from the
elements during delivery to and from the flight line or loading area. Each module has the
capacity to carry 80 practice bombs.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 35.0
Width (in.) - 27.0

Technical Order: 35DA-3-6-38-1
12-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: GFU-7/E Name: 30mm Ammunition Loader
Description:
The purpose of the loader is to load 30mm ammunition from shipping and storage containers
into the A-10 aircraft within a specific time and to simultaneously unload and deposit spent
and / or live rounds of ammunition from the aircraft gun system into Ammunition and Storage
containers.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 2,800 (loaded with tubes)
Height (in.) - 92.0
Width (in.) - 69.0
Length (in) - 194.0

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D30-4-12-2
12-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: LALS Name: 20mm USAF Linkless
Ammunition Loading System (LALS)
Description:
The LALS loader assembly is used to transfer 20mm series ammunition into F-15 and F-16
gun systems on the flightline. While performing this loading function, the loader assembly
simultaneously downloads cleared rounds and/or spent cases from the gun system.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 3,275 (full, loaded with 1800 rounds)
Height (in.) - 37.5
Width (in.) - 68.0

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D2-19-1
12-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: MHU-40 Name: Truck, Lift, Aerial Stores
Description:
The Munitions Handling Unit (MHU-40) is a 10,000 pound capacity, self-propelled hydraulically
operated lifting and positioning device used to lift and attach aerial stores. It consists of a main
structural frame on which is mounted a cantilevered lift boom, extendable outriggers and
auxiliary frames for sheet metal.
Characteristics:
Width (in.) - 73.5 (front), 52.0 (rear)
Capacity:
Total (net lbs.) - 10,000
Load on Forks (net lbs.) - 6,000
Load on Head (net lbs.) - 7,230

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D3-9-21-1
12-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: MHU-83 Name: Truck, Lift, Aerial Stores
Description:
The Munitions Handling Unit (MHU-83) is a self-propelled, hydraulic operated lift truck. The rear
wheels are driven by a 27.5 HP gasoline/diesel engine and connected to a conventional limited-
slip differential by a hydrostatic drive system.
Characteristics:
Width (in.) - 69.500 (front), 53.625 (rear)
Capacity:
Load on Forks (net lbs.) - 6,000
Load on cradle (net lbs.) - 7,000

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D5-3-8-31
12-16 FOUO
Nomenclature: MHU-110/M Name: Munitions Handling Trailer
Description:
The MHU-110/M munitions handling trailer is designed for temporary storage and transportation
of conventional munitions only. It is a ten-wheel flatbed carrier capable of transporting any
munitions within the load, dimensional and stability limitations. It is air-transportable, and
capable of transporting loads of conventional ammunition up to 15,000 lbs. The accessories
furnished with the trailer are general-purpose items. The MHU-110 is equipped to be attached
to a tow vehicle having a pintle hook with safety pin and electrical connections for running lights.
Special adapters/accessories required during loading/transportation of a munition will be listed
in the applicable munition or aircraft manual. The trailer is typically used to transport GP bombs,
GBU’s, CBU’s, all up round containerized missiles (AURC), and the MAC/MACII Systems.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 30.0
Width (in.) - 87.0
Deck Length (in.) - 180.0
Wheel Base (in.) - 110.0
Ground Clearance (in.) - 10.0
Tongue Length (in.) - 74.0
Brakes - Service - 6 Wheel Hydraulic, Parking - 4 Wheel Mechanical Hand Lever
Turning Angle - 45 Degrees
Capacity:
Capacity (net lbs.) - 15,000
Restraint Capacity: Main Deck Rings (lbs.) - 10,000, Side Deck Rings (lbs.) - 25,000
Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D3-2-26-1
HMU-110M with B1B Chaff and

Flare Transport Module
12-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: MHU-141/M Name: Munitions Handling Trailer
Description:
The MHU-141/M munitions handling trailer designed for temporary storage and transportation of
conventional, nuclear munitions and other stores. It is a four-wheeled automotive steering
vehicle capable of transporting loads of up to 5500 pounds. The MHU-141 is equipped to be
attached to a tow vehicle having a pintle hook with safety pin and electrical connections for
running lights. The center section of the deck is hinged and is lifted open for most all up round
(AUR) munitions configurations. One large toolbox at the rear of the trailer is provided for
storage of accessories; side toolboxes are no longer required. The trailer is generally used to
transport GP bombs, GBU’s, CBU’s and missiles in and out of containers.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 32.0
Width (in.) - 84.0
Ground Clearance (in.) - 8.0
Brakes - Service - 4 Wheel Hydraulic, Parking - 2 Wheel Mechanical Hand Lever
Turning Angle - 40 Degrees
Capacity:
Capacity (net lbs.) - 5,500
Restraint Capacity: Main Deck Rings (lbs.) - 10,000, Side Deck Rings (lbs.) - 25,000
Main Deck Link/Pin Assembly (lbs.) - 1,350

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D3-2-27-1
12-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: MHU-194/E Name: Manually Operated
Lift Truck (MOLT)
Description:
The MOLT is a towable, manual approach to munitions handling capable of loading/unloading
external stores on tactical aircraft.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 62.0 (tow bar in up position)
Width (in.) - 59.0
Capacity:
Lifting Capacity (net lbs.):
Using Top Hole in Outer Arm Assembly - 2,450 (lbs.)
Using Lower Hole in Outer Arm Assembly - 1,200 (lbs.)
With Extension Lift Arms Adapter - 1,000 (lbs.)
With Fork Adapter - 1,000 (lbs.)

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D3-9-23-1
12-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: MHU-196/M Name: Munitions Handling
Trailer
Description:
The MUH-196/M is a heavy-duty, U-type frame vehicle used for transporting munitions and in
loading/unloading operations on strategic aircraft. The MUH-196/M is equipped to be attached
to a tow vehicle having a pintle hook and safety pin, air connections for brakes, and electrical
connections for running lights and hydraulic fluid circulation.
Characteristics:
Height - 4 feet 2 inches
Width - 9 feet 8 inches to 13 feet 1 inch, adjustable
Length (ft.) - 30
Capacity:
Capacity (net lbs) - 40,000

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
11N-H5083-2
12-20 FOUO
Nomenclature: MHU-204/M Name: Munitions Lift Trailer
Description:
The MHU-204/M is a heavy-duty, U-type frame vehicle used for transporting munitions and in
loading/unloading operations on strategic aircraft. The Munitions Lift Trailer is equipped to be
attached to a tow vehicle having a pintle hook and safety pin, air connections for brakes, and
electrical connections for running lights and hydraulic fluid circulation.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 40,000 +/-500
Height - 4 feet 5 inches
Width - 9 feet 8 inches to 13 feet 1 inch (adjustable)
Length - 30 feet
Capacity:
Lifting Capacity (net lbs.) - 40,000 maximum

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
11N-H5083-2-1/4
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Nomenclature: MHU-226 Name: Munitions Handling Trailer
Description:
The MHU-226 is a Universal Munitions Trailer designed for temporary storage and
transportation of conventional and nuclear munitions. It is a four-wheeled munitions trailer with
Double-Ackerman steering (four wheel coordinated). It is air-transportable, and capable of
transporting loads up to 12,000 pounds conventional or 8,000 pounds for nuclear weapons. The
MHU-226 is equipped for towing via a pintle-hook with safety pin and it has electrical
connections for brake and tail-lights. The deck has three hinged door panel openings. With the
center panels open, long loads can be carried. With the center panels closed, and the fore and
aft panels open, smaller and combination loads can be carried. The trailer functions as a flat
bed with all door panels closed. Two storage boxes at the front and three at the rear of the
trailer provide for storage of accessories. A stowage container is provided to stow the wheel
chocks. The tow bar is interchangeable with the MHU-141 and MHU-110. Explosive placards
are attached to the trailer. The trailer is typically used to transport GP bombs, GBU’s, CBU’s, all
up round containerized missiles (AURC), and the MAC/MACII Systems.
Characteristics:
Height (in.) - 31.5
Width (in.) - 87.0
Brakes - Service - four Wheel Hydraulic, Parking - four Wheel Mechanical (two Hand Levers,
one operates front axle and one operates rear axle)
Capacity:
Capacity (net lbs.) - 12,000 lbs conventional or 8,000 lbs nuclear
Restraint Capacity - Main Deck Rings (lbs.) - 10,000, Side Deck Rings (lbs.) - 25,000

Status - Production/ Procurement
Technical Order:
35D3-2-31-1
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Nomenclature: MJ-1 Name: Truck, Lift, Aerial Stores
Description:
The MJ-1 Lift Truck is a self-propelled, hydraulic operated lift truck. The rear wheels are driven
by a 27.5 HP gasoline/diesel engine and connected to a conventional differential by a
hydraulically operated and controlled steering. It is used in the loading/unloading of munition
items and normally installed equipment items.
Characteristics:
Width (in.) - 52.25
Length (in.) - 144.75
Capacity:
Lift Capacity (net lbs.) - 3,000
Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D3-2-25-1
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Nomenclature: MRA Name: Mechanical Ram Assembly (MRA)
Description:
The Mechanical Ram Assembly is a multiple sleeve, hydro-mechanical lifting device. The
primary purpose is to increase the lift height capability of the MJ-40 and MHU-83D/E bomb lift
trucks in support of the B-1B/B-2A aircraft.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 500
Retracted Height (in.) - 37.0
Extended Height (in.) - 83.0
Lift Capacity (lbs.) - 5000

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D3-9-29-1
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Nomenclature: UALS Name: 20mm Universal Ammunition
Loading System (UALS) Loader Assembly
Description:
The 20mm ammunition loading system loader assembly is used to transfer 20mm series
ammunition into F-15, F-16 and F-22A aircraft gun systems on the flight line. While performing
this loading function, the loader assembly simultaneously downloads cleared rounds and/or
spent cases from the gun system.
Characteristics:
Weight (lbs.) - 3,100.00 (full)
Width (in.) - 68.00
Length (in.) - 189.38

Status - Inventory
Technical Order:
35D30-4-15-1
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Munitions Materiel Handling Equipment (MMHE) Focal Point
Description:
The MMHE Focal Point, 688 ARSS/DO, Eglin AFB, FL, provides design and engineering
support for MMHE/armament locally manufactured equipment (LME). The MMHE Focal Point’s
web site (https://peonet.eglin.af.mil/mmhe) contains the most current list of available
MMHE/LME drawings. On the web page, select “Drawings” for a listing of available drawing
packages. Drawings may be ordered directly from the website.
MMHE Focal Point Website Content:
105MM Ammunition Transport Module F-22 Pylon Loading Adapter

105MM Breech Removal Tool F-22 Pylon Maintenance Stand
105MM Fuze Installation/Removal Tool F-22 Pylon Storage Stand
10K Test Weight Stand (also approved for munitions) Flightline Service Cart Combination BDU/C&F
2.75 Inch Rocket Stand Assembly, Hardened Aircraft Flightline Service Cart for Chaff and Flare
Shelter
2.75 Inch Rocket Storage Stand Flightline Service Cart for Practice Bombs
2.75 Inch Rocket Warhead Stand FMU-139 Cable Installation Tool
20MM Barrel Holding Fixture FMU-139 Fuze Ring Spanner/Torque Adapter
20MM Barrel SFD Stand FMU-143 Locking Ring Removal Tool
20MM Gun Exit-Entrance Fixture FMU-152 Fuze Ring Spanner/Torque Adapter
20MM Gun Maintenance Stand Fuze Adapter for T46E5/E4 Tail Adapter Booster
20MM Gun Sling Fuze Retaining Nut Tool
20MM Gun Storage Stand FZU-32 Locking Ring Tool
20MM Universal Delinker Loader (UDL) Chute GAU-8 Breech Bolt Maintenance Fixture
30MM Ammunition Container Handling Adapter GBU Fuze Well Seal Nut Wrench
30MM Drum Stand GBU-15 Wing/Control Surface Transport Rack
36-Inch Adapter Assembly GBU-24/27/28 Fin Transport Container
4X Missile Storage Stand GBU-28 Loading Adapter and Dolly
40MM Gun Maintenance Stand GBU-28 Mobile Stand
50K ISO Maintenance Stand GCU-30 Adapter Tool
6.5 Inch Height Adapter Hardened Aircraft Shelter (HAS) Missile Rack
Adapter Assembly, MHU-83/MJ-4 to ADU-537 A/E HC-130 Pyrotechnics Transport Module
A-10 Air & Fuel Plug Removal Tool Heavy AURC Dolly
A-10 Gun Sensor Tool Initiator Well Gauge for General Purpose Bombs
AGM-65 Grounding Post Guide Tool JASSM Container Latch Tool
AIM-120 Wing and Fin Maintenance Fixture JDAM Strake Alignment Tool, MK-83
AIM-120 Wing and Fin Unlock Tool JDAM Strake Alignment Tool, MK-84
AIM-7/120 Missile Lift Beam KMU-572 Nose Extension Spanner Wrench
AIM-9 GCS Safety Stand LALS Ammo Container Lift Sling
AIM-9 GCS/Warhead Stand LALS/UALS Checking Fixture
AIM-9 MBA Paint Stand LAU-106 Maintenance Stand
AIM-9 Missile Stand Extension Launcher/Bomb Rack Tool
ALA-17 Flare Fixture M206 Flare Can Cage
ALE-40 Chaff/Flare Tool Kit M61A2 Gun Transport Stand
ALE-48/49 (B-1 Chaff and Flare) Transport Module MAC Dolly Stop Kit
ALE-52 (F-22 Chaff and Flare) Transport Module MAC Torque Retainer Fixture
AME Mobility Racks Maintenance Table
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AME Service Trailer MHU Strap Adapters
ATU-35 Tab Tool MHU-101 Fork Adapter Assembly
AURC Bi-Level Dolly, Container MHU-101 Fork Adapter Clamp
AVEL Loading Adapter MHU-101 Fork Adapter Dolly
B-1B Conventional Bomb Module Adapter (T-Bar) MHU-110 Rail Stop
B-1B Conventional Bomb Module Storage Stand MHU-110 Rail Removal Tool
B-1B Swing Arm Tool MHU-110 Stabilizer Jack
B-52 MER Pylon Transportation Rack (MHU-141) MHU-114 Stacking Stands
B-52 Pylon Lift Beam Missile AURC Fork Hoist Adapter
B-52 Pylon Loading Adapter Missile Connector Alignment Tool
B-52 Stub Pylon/HSAB Maintenance/Loading Stand Missile Dislodge Tool (AIM-9L/M, AIM-9X, AIM-120)
B-52 Stub Pylon/HSAB Transport Adapter MJ-1 Steps
B-52 Yoke Handling/Loading Adapter MK-82/84 Retainer Bolt Torque Collar
B-52 Yoke Lift Beam (Aluminum) Munitions Cradle Stand
B-52 Yoke Maintenance Stand Modification Munitions Maintenance/Inspection Table
B-52/B-2 Extender, Trolley, RLA Munitions Trailer Stacking Ramps and Pushbar
B-52/B-2 Rotary Launcher Adapter PBAR Loading Adapter
BDU-33 Lug Installation Tool RAM Maintenance and Handling Dolly
BDU-33 Practice Bomb Table Screw Removal Tool, 40MM Can
BLU-109 Retainer Bolt Torque Collar Shipping and Storage Container, LAU-106/1760 Tray
Bobtail/Trailer/ Cable Electrical Tester Slip Clutch Tool Mount (Vice Bench)
Bomb Handling Fork Adapter Support Beam, MHU-141/226 Deck Lid
Bomb Rack Maintenance Stand T-2 Pallet Locking Device Kit
BRU-57 Handling Adapter Assembly TER Bucking Block
BRU-57 Maintenance Stand TER Storage Rack
Chaff/Flare Squibbing Fixture Test Set Cart
Clamp Ring Torque Tools Thread Chase Tool, Fuze Well
Clamp Ring/Forward Adapter/Retainer Bolt UALS Forklift Pockets
Separation Fixture
CNU-131 T-Bolt Removal Tool UALS Front End Alignment Tool
Combination Spanner Wrench Universal AME Stand
Container Latch Tool, SDB Universal Bomb Hoisting Adapter (6 Bomb Bar
Beam)
Container Latch Tool Kit Universal Bomb Lifting Bar
Crane Boom Extension Universal Munitions Y-Stand
DTU-31 Alignment Tool Kit Weapons Vault Trainer
F-15 Pylon Loading Adapter Wing and Fin Container Skid Pads with Modification
Procedure
F-15 Pylon Loading Adapter - PLUS Wooden Rail Set, 40 ft/25 ft Trailers
F-15 Weapons Pylon Storage Stand Wooden Rail Set, MHU-110
F-16 Ammo Drum Handling Bar Y Stand Dolly
F-16 Pylon/Launcher Storage Stand Y Stand Dolly, Expanded
F-16 Wing Weapons Pylon Lift Adapter

Status - Active
Management/Engineering: 688 ARSS/DO, Eglin AFB, FL
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CHAPTER THIRTEEN
1 June 2009
EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

Nomenclature: TBD Name: Accurate Low Collateral
Munition (ALM)
Capability:
Attack targets in no/low collateral damage environments.
Description:
Accurate Low Collateral Munition (ALM) prosecutes targets in collateral damage sensitive
environments such as urban warfare and Close Air Support (CAS).
Characteristics:
Guidance - JDAM GBU-38
Warhead - MK82 composite case
Explosive - Multiphase Blast Explosive (MBX)
Fuzes - FMU-139A/B, FMU-143, FMU-152A/B
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: (same as for MK82) Launcher/Rack:
A/OA-10A (14 in. Lug Spacing)
B-1B F-117A
B-2A AV-8B
B-52H F/A-18A-F
F-15A-E S-3A
F-16
Status - Conceptual Design
AFRL/RWOB /AGMSW Eglin AFB, FL
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Advanced Precision Kill
Weapon System (APKWS)
Capability:
APKWS will provide low cost precision strikes against point targets while minimizing collateral
damage, using a new semi-active laser seeker/guidance section, integrated with components of
the Hydra-70, 2.75” Rocket system
Description:
APKWS provides an affordable means of assured kills of soft and lightly armored targets with
minimal collateral damage based on precision guidance integrated with existing Hydra-70
components. APKWS is expected to be the weapon of choice for the above target set during
operations in urban terrain or for aerial fire support missions in close proximity to friendly forces.
The APKWS will be employed from attack, armed reconnaissance, or other helicopters
equipped with a laser designator. Threaded interfaces at both ends of the APKWS semi-active
laser guidance section allow for simple mechanical mating to the legacy Hydra-70 warhead and
rocket motor. Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) are maximum range of 5,000 meters,
minimum range of 1,500 meters, probability of hit of 80% within 2 meters of laser spot and
guided rocket reliability of 94%. APKWS will IOC on the AH-1W in 1st Qtr FY11.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Semi-Active Laser Seeker
Warhead - M151, 10-pound high explosive (see Chapter 18)
Length - 75 inches
Weight - 35 pounds
Lock-on-after-launch mode
Increased stowed kills
Modular
Upgradeable
Carriage Options:
AH-64 Apache
AH-1W/Z Super Cobra
AH-6 Little Bird
UH-60 Direct Action Penetrator

Contractor - BAE
Status - In Development
U.S. Army PM JAMS Redstone Arsenal, AL; NAVAIR PMA-242 Patuxent River, MD;
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Guidance
MK66 MOD 4
Section
Solid Rocket
Motor
M151 Warhead
w/ M423 Fuze
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Area Dominator (AD)
Capability:
Dominate enemy surface operations in a selected Area of the battle space, >24 hr Persistent
ISR and ability to engage with lethal effect, full kill chain capability under Weapon System
Operator (WSO) controlled ROE.
Description:
The Area Dominator (AD) is the equivalent of a Tier II armed Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
weapon system. Unlike UASs the AD is designed for compressed carriage delivery from either
traditional aircraft suspension equipment or directly employed from its tactical shipping
container system mounted in a wide variety of platforms. AD can operate independently or
cooperatively in swarms and be deployed in mixed type applications. Operates under most
weather and above most surface environments, persistence and standoff distances are
allocated under mission requirements within the 24hr maximum endurance. CONOPS for this
system is documented in AAC-XR-TR-06-001.
Characteristics:
Navigation - Anti-Jam GPS/INS with data link and other covert options, LADAR+ Sensors
Carriage Dimensions Payloads:
-Length 48 in. Type 1
-Width 7.5 in. Common Smart Submunition (CSS)
-Height 7.75 in. 3 Tri-Mode Samara Wing Explosively
Baseline Flight Configuration Formed Projectile (EFP) Submunition
-Length 47.5 in. independently targetable and releasable;
-Height 6 in. Army program development.
-Span 12 ft
-Operational Altitude >400 ft (AGL) Type 2
-Max Altitude >15,000 ft (MSL) Precision Guided Sub-Missile (PGSM)
-Speed 60-120 knots 3 x 60mm 12.5” Semi-Active Laser,
-Wpn Empty Weight 82 lbs. INS/GPS Guided sub-missile, multi-mode,
-Wpn Fuel Weight 20 lbs. warhead, EFP, anti-personnel/materiel,
-Endurance >24 hrs Unfunded.
-No. of Submunitions 0-3 f(type)
Estimated Cost (in production) - <$150K ea. Type 3
Near silent acoustic signature - <60 dBa Gateway, Extends Line-of-Sight Comm,
Multi-Channel Relay, Digital Video Rec.
Carriage Options: Links Airborne Network with Smart
Military Aircraft: (Potential Full Integration) Munitions Network, may include more
Fighter: F-22A, F-35 cueing sensors for increased area
Bomber: B-52H, B-1B, B-2A search. Unfunded.
Armed UAV: MQ-1, MQ9
Platform: (No Integration Required) Type 4
Any Military Cargo Aircraft, Combined Persistent ISR/Gateway with
Any Military Utilty or Commercial Aircraft unitary warhead (10 lb) blast frag
capable of open door operations penetrator for kamikaze attack mode.
with cargo tie downs or accessible
chair rail systems
Any Submarine or Surface Vessel
Any Ground Site or Vehicle
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Status - TD for Cargo Carriage Common Container Completed
Management/Engineering: Rudder
AFRL/RWOB, Eglin AFB, FL •Folding
•All-Moving
Flight control
Strip Ailerons Fuel
High efficiency
Powerplant
Deployable Refueling Low acoustic signature folding

Propeller
Off-set Counter-balanced Single
Bladed Folding Propeller is easily
stowed & more efficient in low RN
flight conditions
Sensor/Seeker and
Laser Designator Submunitions
Compressed lift and

control surface packaging
Advanced Avionics
Package High L/D Wings
•Folding
Bottom-Dispensing Skeet-type Munitions
•Telescoping
Top & Bottom-Dispensing Microprobes
Compressed Carriage Configuration

1.75 Refuel Probe
7.75
7.5 46 (Folded Wing)

Folded Propeller
Army Common Smart Precision Guided Store, Ship, Stack, Select, Shoot,
Sub-Munition (CSS) Sub-Missile (PGSM) Cargo Carriage Common Container
Launcher
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Close Combat Lethal Recon (CCLR)
Capability:
Locate, and destroy low collateral damage targets in urban terrain.
Description:
The Close Combat Lethal Recon (CCLR) is a short range anti-vehicle/personnel weapon with
low explosive yield and low collateral damage that will engage targets that are hard to locate
and track in close and urban terrain.
Characteristics:
Weight - 5 lbs
Range - 5 km/ground
Warhead - NEW/Type explosive - < 1lb/frag
Interface - Data link via RF
Guidance - Man-in-loop utilizing optical seeker and data link
Time of Flight - unknown
Technology Readiness Level - TRL4
Carriage Options:
UAVs
Ground Launch
AFRL, Eglin AFB, FL
Technical Order: N/A
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Conventional Strike Missile (CSM)
Capability:
Prompt, precise, global conventional strike from CONUS to neutralize fixed and fleeting time
sensitive targets regardless of anti-access threats.
Description: Conventional Strike Missile (CSM) is the Air Force Space Command vision for a
weapon system capable of putting conventional payloads precisely on a target within minutes of
release order. The key component of CSM is a hypersonic glide payload delivery vehicle
designed to deliver and deploy a variety of conventional payloads worldwide. A CSM
technology demonstration program provides the opportunity for an initial operating capability
using residual assets in the FY13/14 timeframe.
Characteristics: The CSM payload delivery vehicle will be capable of carrying ~1000 lbs of
environmentally protected munitions or other payloads internally and, following re-entry, directly
engage the target or decelerate to the appropriate release speed and altitude to dispense
munitions/payloads over/near the target area. The vehicle’s high velocity and maneuvering
capability provides the delivery vehicle relative immunity from future surface-to-air and space-
based threats.
The booster range, combined with the delivery vehicle’s atmospheric glide capability,
provides near global coverage. Additionally, the delivery vehicle’s significant
aerodynamic cross-range capability allows compliance with any imposed overflight
restrictions and avoids dropping booster stages on land.
Carriage Options:
Basing: CONUS coastal basing. Potential launch platforms include existing expendable
commercial/excess rocket motors or by a tailored non-nuclear legacy booster stack drawn from
a “family of motors.”
Status - An operationally relevant FY12 CSM technology demonstration flight is currently funded
in the context of the Congressionally established Defense-Wide Conventional Prompt Global
Strike (CPGS) Account. As planned, the FY12 demonstration flight will leverage critical CPGS
technologies matured in the context of the joint Air Force/DARPA Falcon Hypersonic
Technology Vehicle Demonstration Program and will include the deployment of a Kinetic Energy
Projectile (KEP) warhead against a representative CPGS target.
SMC/XR, Los Angeles AFB, California
Notional View of CSM Payload Delivery Vehicle

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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Direct Attack Guided Rocket (DAGR)
Capability:
Defeat targets in urban operations, while minimizing collateral damage.
Description:
DAGR is a semi-active laser guidance kit that adapts to 2.75-inch/70mm rockets to provide
guided-rocket performance comparable to that of the precision-strike laser-guided HELLFIRE II
missile. DAGR is being developed by Lockheed Martin as a non-developmental item to fill the
gap between unguided rockets and the HELLFIRE weapon system by providing a precision-
strike, air-to-ground weapon for non-armored or lightly-armored high-value targets close to
civilian assets or friendly forces, while limiting collateral damage. DAGR integrates proven
seeker, guidance, electronics, integrated flight simulation, and countermeasures technologies
developed on HELLFIRE and Joint Common Missile (JCM) to provide a highly lethal and
precise 2.75-inch/70mm weapon. Our baseline DAGR guidance kit offers 2.75-inch/70mm
rockets lock-on-after-launch and lock-on-before-launch capability, target handoff, enhanced
built-in test, and laser coding from the cockpit. Its off-axis capability increases the engagement
envelope, providing additional field of view for angle-of-attack, moving targets, and wind.
Accompanied by Lockheed Martin’s 4-pack launcher, the DAGR system allows quick and easy
integration on all HELLFIRE platforms including Cobra, Apache, Seahawk, Kiowa and Tiger
helicopters. Fully compatible with the M299 and M310 “smart” launchers, DAGR increases
launcher load out by up to four times and provides single-switch operational flexibility, drawing
upon a payload that includes DAGR as well as multiple variants of HELLFIRE for multi-mission
capability. Additionally, due to DAGR’s compatibility with the HELLFIRE weapon system, the
usual resources for fielding a new weapon system – development, training, additional
equipment and force structure – are avoided.
Characteristics:
Carriage Options:
Any fixed or rotary wing aircraft that currently is carrying 2.75 inch rockets or the AGM-114
Hellfire.
Contractor - Lockheed Martin Corporation Missiles and Fire Control Business Development
Status - Integrated and test fired from AH-64D Longbow Apache
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Hard Target Void Sensing
Fuze (HTVSF)
Capability:
Penetrate, survive and function in legacy BLU-109 and BLU-113 warheads against hardened
targets/ hard and deeply buried targets (HDBT) by using void sensing algorithms or preset time
delays fuzing functions.
Description:
The Hard Target Void Sensing Fuze (HTVSF) is an advanced system that will provide
programmability, in-flight cockpit selectability, safing and multi-time delay arming, and multi-
function (time delay and void sensing) fuzing for legacy weapon systems (GBU-31 & EGBU-28)
to penetrate and destroy hardened targets protected by multiple layers of reinforced concrete,
and Hard and Deeply Buried Targets.
HTVSF Program Priorities: Survivability in hard concrete (5,000 PSI to 15,000 PSI), Void
Sensing, Cockpit Selectability, and Compatibility with GBU-31 and EGBU-28 weapon systems.
Characteristics:
Fuze Type - Programmable, Cockpit Selectable (in flight prior to release), Multi-Time Delay
Arming, and Void Sensing/Multi-Time Delay Fuzing functions
Interface - GBU-31 & EGBU-28 weapon systems
Power/Safety - Air Turbine (FZU) or any alternate power source that complies with safety
requirements
Employment Options:
Weapons Used On: GBU-31 & EGBU-28

Status - JCTD awarded a contract on 31 Mar 2008 for 27 months
Planning - 679 ARSS Eglin AFB, FL
JCTD, Engineering Manufacturing Development (EMD), and Production - 679 ARSS
Eglin AFB, FL
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: High Speed Strike Weapon (HSSW)
Capability:
Prompt, precise, strike from outside area defense to neutralize fixed and fleeting time sensitive
targets regardless of anti-access threats.
Description:
High Speed Strike Weapon (HSSW) is a multi-spiraled program developing a high speed
weapon system effective against a set of time critical targets and compatible with current fighter
and bomber aircraft. The goal is to use a near-term technology demonstration to support
feasibility of a cost-effective HSSW in the 2015 timeframe. Conceptual designs are being
developed by integrating existing weapon technologies including: guidance, propulsion,
avionics, warhead, airframe, and seeker. Focus has been aimed at an F-35 internal carriage
weapon system with non-traditional range extension technology.
Characteristics: High Speed Strike Weapon (HSSW)
Guidance - GPS/INS, Network Centric, Seeker
Cruise Speed - Mach 3-5
Range - 50-500 NM
Time of Flight - <15 minutes
Propulsion - SRM, LFRJ, Turbojet, Ramjet
Payload Weight - 50-100 lbs
Carriage Options:
Aircraft:
Threshold: F-35
Objective: B-52H, B-2A
Contractor - Miltec Missiles & Space Company
Status - Progress includes the development of conceptual designs for a demonstrator and
tactical platform. Preliminary system requirements are set at Mach 3-5, mass 1000 lbs, and
range of 350+ for the most restrictive case, internal to JSF weapons bay. Miltec will also look at
possible load outs for a bomber class weapon. In the concept phase of the program, Miltec
reviewed HSSW system trades to include the propulsion, warhead, navigation, aerodynamics,
and trajectory shaping. Current efforts for Task I include on-going concept design development
of the payload, trajectory, packaging, control system, aerodynamics, navigation, propulsion, and
lethality. Future tasks planned include a detailed design, fabrication, subsystem testing, system
integration, ground tests, and flight test.
AFRL/RWAV, Eglin AFB, FL
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: I-500 Warhead Technology
Demonstration (TD)
Capability:
Defeat Hard and Deeply Buried Targets.
Description:
The I-500 is a small penetrator to attack Hard and Deeply Buried Targets, with a blast-frag
capability similar to an Mk-82 GP bomb.
Characteristics:
Guidance -KMU-582 JDAM Guidance Kit (GBU-38)
Warhead - 500 lb class warhead, leverages legacy penetrator design of scaled Joint Advanced
Strike Technology (JAST), employs Eglin Steel-1 and AFX-757 Explosive, utilizes thermoplastic
shell technology, I-500 with shell matches Mk-82 shape and mass properties.
Explosive - 120 lbs AFX-757
Fuze - FMU-143 and FMU-152 (JPF)
Carriage Options:
Objective:
B-2A SBRA
Threshold:
F-18
F-15A-E
F-16A-D BRU-57
Contractor - GD-OTS (penetrator), Triton Systems (Shell)
Status - AFRL Technology Demonstration
AFRL/RWAV and AAC/XRS, Eglin AFB, FL
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: I-1000 Warhead Technology
Demonstration (TD)
Capability:
Defeat Hard and Deeply Buried Targets.
Description:
The I-1000 warhead is a penetrator munition to attack Hard and Deeply Buried Targets.
Characteristics:
Guidance - GBU-32 JDAM Guidance Kit
Warhead - 1000 lb class warhead, employs Eglin Steel-1 and AFX-757 explosive, robust fuze
well assembly w/integral booster, utilizes syntactic foam shell technology; I-1000
with shell matches Mk-83 shape and mass properties.
Explosive - 125 lbs AFX-757
Fuze - FMU-143 and FMU-152 (JPF)
Carriage Options:
F/A-18C-F
F-22A
AV-8B
Planned:
F-35 (Navy)

Contractor - Dynetics (Penetrator), Triton Systems (Shell)
Status - AFRL Technology Demonstration, In-house R&D Program
AFRL/RWAV and AAC/XRS, Eglin AFB, FL
Shell Matches Mk-83 Shape
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM)
Capability:
Advanced Line of Sight (LOS) and Beyond LOS, Precision Point and Fire-and-Forget (active
and passive) seeker targeting modes, Increased Range, Increased Lethality, Adverse Weather,
Multi-purpose Killer (Moving and Stationary Hard and Non-Armored Targets and Military
Operations on Urban Terrain (MOUT)), Autonomous Target Acquisition, Inherent
Countermeasure Capability, Lock-on Before Launch (LOBL) and Lock-on After Launch (LOAL).
Description:
The JAGM system is an ACAT 1D Joint Army/Navy/USMC program with the Army as lead
service. The JAGM system will be a common air-to-ground precision guided missile for use by
joint service manned and unmanned aircraft to destroy high value stationary, moving, and
relocatable land and naval targets from standoff range in day, night, adverse weather and
obscured battlefield conditions. JAGM will provide a common, multi-mode weapon capable of
providing both current and future aviation platforms with reactive targeting capabilities satisfying
the sum of needs across the joint platforms and eliminating the requirement for separate
upgrades to multiple existing missile systems. The ability to be employed from air and potential
ground platforms provides increased operational flexibility and increased survivability (both
missile and platform) while reducing the logistic footprint in theatre. JAGM will utilize modularity
in design to provide for shelf life extension, enable technology insertion for future required
capabilities, and aide eventual demilitarization. The JAGM will replace the HELLFIRE and
Maverick family of missiles as well as the aviation-launched TOW.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Multi-mode seeker
Weight (lbs) - 108
Diameter (in) - 7
Length (in) - 70
Warhead - Multi-purpose
Propulsion - Boost-Sustain
Carrier / Shipboard Operability
Carriage Options:
Milestone C Threshold Platforms:
Apache (AH-64D)
Super Cobra (AH-1Z),
Super Hornet (F/A-18 E/F)
Other Threshold Platforms: Seahawk (MH-60R)
SkyWarrior Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) and Army Recon/Attack Rotary Wing
Objective Platforms:
Joint Strike Fighter (JSF)
Hornet (F/A-18 C/D), Harrier II Plus (AV-8B)
Super Cobra (AH-1W)
Apache (AH-64A), Kiowa Warrior (OH-58D)
Blackhawk (MH-60M DAP)
Little Bird (AH-6M), Multi-Mission Maritime Aircraft (MMA)
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Launcher: Fixed Wing Launcher, M299 Launcher, Modified M299 Launcher

Status - 27-Month Technology Development (TD) Phase Contract awarded 11 Sep 2008.
- Milestone B and Engineering and Manufacturing Development (EMD) Contract
Award scheduled for 1st Quarter FY 2011.
- Milestone C is scheduled for FY 2015 followed by Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
in FY 2016.
Joint, Army led program with the Navy and USMC, under Program Executive Office (PEO),
Missiles and Space, Joint Attack Munition Systems (JAMS) Project Office, Redstone Arsenal,
Alabama
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Low Cost Guided
Imaging Rocket (LOGIR)
Capability:
LOGIR will provide a low cost, inertially guided with terminal infrared image homing weapon
capability to the current family of unguided 2.75” rockets for engagement of a wide variety of
soft to lightly armored moving and fixed targets.
Description:
LOGIR is a low cost accuracy enhancement kit for existing rockets. LOGIR offers precision
accuracy and maximum stowed kills per sortie with minimum collateral damage concerns. The
LOGIR Launcher provides pre-launch communications and individual tube select capabilities.
The LOGIR project began in 2000 and is still under way. Its primary objective is to significantly
improve the warfighter's ability to address moving and fixed targets with an emphasis on moving
targets. LOGIR allows the warfighter to designate the target using the existing targeting Forward
Looking Infrared Radar (FLIR). Once designated, the pilot can fire the rocket and leave the
area. LOGIR will use the FLIR targeting data to fly to the target, and acquire and track the
target to weapon impact.
Characteristics:
Guidance - Fire & Forget imaging IO/ER Seeker
Warhead - M151, 10-pound High Explosive (see Chapter 18)
Carriage Options:
H-60 Series
AH-64 Apache
AH-1W/Z Super Cobra
AH-6 Little Bird
Status - Science and Technology Program
Science and Technology Manager-NAWC China Lake; Transition Manager-NAVAIR PMA-
242/Engineering-NAWC, China Lake
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Low Cost Mini-Cruise
Missile (LCMCM)
Capability:
“Kick down the door” into denied battlespace, degrade and defeat anti-access capabilities, and
strike high-value targets in the opening phase of major conflict.
Description:
The Low Cost Miniature Cruise Missile (LCMCM) is an interdiction weapon that provides long
stand-off capability against a variety of land and sea targets in an anti-access or other scenario.
The LCMCM provides the new capability to defeat mobile targets from long standoff (up to 1100
nm) while also having the capability to defeat light fixed structures, provide ISR data en route,
and provide bomb damage information.
Characteristics:
Guidance:
Cruise Missile - Anti-jam INS/GPS, datalink for enroute updates, low cost Wide Area
Search Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) which includes Ground Moving
Target Indicator (GMTI), High Resolution Radar (HRR), and SAR modes
for onboard F2T2
Precision Guided Sub-munitions - datalink from missile, I2R and/or SAL
Warhead: Advanced combined effects for soft, medium, hard, mobile targets and light fixed
Propulsion: Turbofan
Dimensions Payloads:
-Length 144 in. Type 1
-Width 14 in. Precision Guided Submunitions (PGS)
-Height 14 in. with low cost datalink, uncooled IR
-Wing Span 12 ft. terminal seeker, and combined effects
-Cruise Altitude 30K ft warhead
-Cruise Speed 0.7 Mach
-Total Weight 980 lbs. Type 2
-Range >1100 NM Unattended ground sensors and
-No of Submunitions 4 multi-function probes
Estimated Cost (in prod) $350K ea.
Carriage Options:
Internal on F/A-22, F-35, B-1B, B-2A, and B-52H and external on F-15 and F-16

Contractor - NA
Status - AFRL Tech Development
AFRL/RWOB
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Turbofan
Propulsion
LCMCM with Submunitions
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Nomenclature: BLU-127/B Name: Massive Ordnance
GBU-57/B Penetrator (MOP)
Capability:
Penetrate hard and deeply buried targets (HDBT) or large blast/frag for surface targets.
Description:
Massive Ordnance Penetrator (MOP) Concept: Penetrator for hard and deeply buried target
defeat and large blast & fragment damage for tunnel and above ground targets.
MOP Program Priorities: Survivability, Lethality, Penetration.
Characteristics:
Guidance - INS/GPS w/Grid Fin Control
Warhead - Total Weapon Assembled Weight: 28,914 lb
Dimensions - Length: 246 in. (excludes Aft Carriage Bracket);
Outer Diameter: 31.5 in.; Inner Diameter 24.5 in.
Penetrator - Case Material: Forged HP 9-4-20M Steel; Case wall thickness: 3.5 in.;
Caliber Radius Head Ratio: 2.0
Explosive - 5593 lbs PBXN-113 / AFX-757 Explosive Fill w/ 40 lbs PBXN-109 in Fuze Shroud
Fuze - SDB Fuze / MAFIS Fuze
Tail kit - JDAM Guidance Control Unit (GCU)
ATACMS Actuation System (4 actuators, 1 control unit)
ATACMS batteries (2 each)
Fuze Interface Electronics (1 each)
SDB Arming Generators (3 each)
BDI canisters (2 each)
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: (Objective) Launcher/Rack:
B-2A Bomb-as-Launcher Carriage concept, MOP replaces
B-52H internal rotary launcher in B-2A/B-52H weapon bay.

Boeing (Prime), Dynetics, General Dynamics & Ellwood National Forge
Funded by DTRA, contracted through AFRL/RWAV Eglin AFB, FL
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Shredder
Capability:
Disrupt enemy access to hardened chemical/biological agent storage and production facilities
while minimizing agent release
Description:
Shredder is a modified BLU-109 designed to deny/disrupt Chemical/Biological (CB) Agent
storage and production facilities, and limit collateral damage from release of CB Agent. It will
deny the use of stored CB Agents and render unusable fixed, hardened CB agent storage and
production facilities. The explosive charge will rupture metal and plastic containers of CB
Agents and the agent defeat fill will create a large intense fireball that will neutralize agents in
powder, liquid, or aerosol form.
Characteristics:
Guidance - INS/GPS (GBU-31 JDAM)
Warhead - 2,000 lb Penetrator (modified BLU-109)
- 100 lb PBXN-109 HE
- 400+ lb Agent Defeat Fill
Fuze - FMU-143 (modified)
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: (Objective) Launcher/Rack:
B-1B
B-2A
B-52H
F-15 E
Contractor - ATK
Status - ATD Completed
AFRL/RWMO, Eglin AFB, FL
Modified Fill Port and Covers

Closure
Plate Arming Well
Modified (welded)
BLU-109 Bomb Body
Modified
AD Fill Nose Tube Support
Standard Formable material
Retaining Fuze Liner Explosive Fill
Modified BLU-109 Nose Cap
Ring
Burster Tube
(Roller and Welded 4130 Steel)
Anti-Slosh Baffle
Welded to Burster Tube
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Small Diameter
Bomb Increment II (SDB II)
Capability:
Adverse Weather, Standoff, Precision Autonomous Attack against Fixed/Movable/Moving Time
Sensitive Targets.
Description:
SDB II is a 250 lb-class weapon and is designed as a small autonomous, conventional, air-to-
ground, precision bomb able to strike mobile and stationary/re-locatable targets from a standoff
range. The SDB II weapon system consists of the weapon; a 4-place common carriage system;
and a mission planning system. SDB II provides increased load-out and kills per sortie on
current and future aircraft, such as the Joint Strike Fighter (F-35).
Characteristics:
Guidance - Midcourse: INS/GPS with Weapon Data Link updates; Terminal: Onboard
Multi-mode Seeker (MMW/IR), Semi-Active Laser (SAL), or differential
INS/GPS
Class - 250 lb Guided Munition
Weight (lbs.) - TBD
Length (m) - TBD
Diameter (mm) - TBD
Warhead - TBD Blast/Frag modes available
Range - 40 NM Standoff
Explosive - TBD
Fuze - Part of All-Up-Round
Carriage Options:
Threshold: F-15E (USAF) BRU-61A (4-place Common Carriage System)
F-35B (USMC)
F-35C (USN)
Objective: F-22A
F-35 (USAF)
F-16
A-10
MQ-9
B-1B
B-2A
B-52H
F/A-18E/F
Contractors - Boeing and Raytheon
Status - Risk Reduction (RR) (FY 06 though FY09)
F-15E RAA - FY14, F-35B/C (USMC/USN) RAA - FY16
Management/Engineering: 682 ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL
Technical Order: Will be included in 11K39-2-7 before fielding
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Small Smart Weapon (SSW)
Capability:
SSW is the warfighter’s answer to precision attack using a small, lethal warhead against targets
in areas requiring low collateral damage.
Description:
The Small Smart Weapon (SSW) is a lightweight, compact munition that provides the
warfighter with low cost lethality against a broad target set. SSW is adaptable to multiple launch
platforms, including manned or unmanned systems. Targets include structures, personnel,
lightly armored vehicles, trucks, cars, missile launchers, and artillery or gun positions. SSW
uses a semi-active laser (SAL) seeker for man-in-the-loop terminal guidance, and can be
tailored to use planned, imaging infrared (I2R), shortwave infrared (SWIR), or millimeter wave
(MMW) seekers. The precision provided by these seeker types ensures accuracy to less than
one meter and dramatically reduces the possibility of collateral damage. SSW can be deployed
from various tube launch systems currently in use or from the M-299/M-310 launch system used
to launch Hellfire missiles from helicopters and Predator UAVs. When used with the M-299/M-
310, SSW slides onto the rail and communicates with the launch platform in exactly the same
way as the Hellfire. Three SSW weapons can be deployed on a single rail used for one Hellfire.
When used from a tube launcher, up to two SSW weapons can be launched from a single tube
to enhance the load-out of the launch platform.
Features:
• Design uses Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) components
• Various seeker types available as needed
• Adaptable front end works with each seeker type
• Multiple warhead options available for use against various target types
• Deployable in adverse weather
• Less than one meter Circular Error Probability (CEP)
• Compatible with Adaptive Carriage Environment (ACE) Tube launch System,
SUU-25 Tube Launch System, and M-299/M-310 Launch System
Characteristics:
Range - Over 10 nautical miles maximum
Weight - Less than 35 pounds
Length - 21.5 in
Diameter - 4.25 in
Warhead - BattleAxe
Carriage Options: (Possible)

Aircraft: Launcher:
MQ-1B Predator Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Modified M299 Rail
MQ-9 Reaper UAV Modified M299 Launcher
C-130
Caravan
Armed ISR Platforms

Contractor - Lockheed Martin Corporation Missiles and Fire Control Business Development
13-21 FOUO
2 Hellfire M229 Missile Launcher

Missiles
Push Plate Interface Adapter
FZU inlet covered

by mount
Retaining
6 SSW
Six SSW Mounted on M229 Missile Launcher
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Very Small Missile (VSM)
Capability:
Persistent Close and Danger Close Air Support (CAS) with Minimal Collateral
Damage/Fratricide
Description:
Very Small Missile (VSM) is an air-to-ground (low collateral damage) missile that will be capable
of prosecuting multiple/simultaneous engagements in day/night and adverse weather
conditions. Due to its size and weight it can be mounted on persistent aerial systems to provide
rapid response to support troops on the ground. It will be ideal to engage stationary/mobile light
armor vehicles in an urban or open terrain environment. This stand-off precision weapon will
provide close and danger close air support. Target set includes non-hardened,
stationary/mobile and light armor. Will have a 10-15 nm range for firing altitudes of 25-40 K ft
AGL.
Characteristics:
Guidance - GPS/INS with in-flight updates, plus laser seeker for optimal terminal guidance
Warhead - Lethal and Non-Lethal 10-12 lbs with various fuzing and blast effects
-- HE Blast-frag. proximity/impact/delayed fuzing for soft targets
-- Shaped charge, impact fuzing for hardened and discrete targets
-- Less-than-lethal, flash/bang, pepper spray, etc.
Concept of employment - Prior to launch, missile(s) selected and programmed with target
coordinates, laser code and fuzing option. It will be launched or
pneumatically tube-ejected from the aircraft.
Length - 57 in
Diameter - 5 in
Weight - 55 lbs
Carriage Options:
AC-130 Persistent Surface Attack Systems (PSAS) BRU-61
MQ-1L Predator
MQ-9 Reaper
Extended Range Multi-Purpose (ERMP) UAV (Army)

Status - Concept Development
AAC/XRS Eglin AFB, FL
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Tactical Wide Area Search
Munition (WASM) (Powered Low Cost
Autonomous Attack System (PLOCAAS))
Capability:
Air to Surface, Standoff against Mobile and Relocated vehicles and Time Sensitive Targets
Description:
The recently completed Powered Low Cost Autonomous Attack System (PLOCAAS) Advanced
Technology Demonstration (ATD) developed a suite of technologies to provide Wide Area
Search Munition (WASM) capability with human in the loop control provided via datalink, with
the ability to search, identify and service ground mobile targets with significant target location
error unable to be targeted otherwise. The LADAR sensor technology is coupled with advanced
Autonomous Target Recognition (ATR) algorithms to cue the human operator to the location of
targets and then as directed execute an attack against those targets using a multimode
warhead whose lethal mechanism can be selected on the fly to maximize the effect upon the
target. The ability to search an extended area after ingress is provided by a high lift to drag
airframe and a highly efficient and affordable small turbojet engine specifically developed by
AFRL. These coupled technologies provide a robust wide area search munition capability.
Characteristics:
Weight - 95 lbs (configuration flown during ATD) / 140 lbs (Tactical configuration, BRU-61
compatible)
Length - 3 ft (configuration flown during ATD) / 6 ft (Tactical configuration, BRU-61
compatible)
Range - 100 NM (configuration flown during ATD) / 250 NM (Tactical configuration,
BRU-61 compatible)
Warhead - NEW/Type explosive – 17 lbs / (multimode) EFP and blast frag
Interface - MMSI (Miniature Munitions Stores Interface)
Guidance - Midcourse INS/GPS, wide area search and terminal LADAR with datalink
Time of Flight - up to 30-120 min (configurations noted above) range dependent on standoff
requirements and required search area.
Links - (TBD) possibly Airborne Network with Smart Munitions Network.
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher/rack:
B-1B Tactical outer mold line implementation with 4 Per BRU-61
B-2A rack (tactical WASM fits SDB dimensions volume)
B-52H
F-22A
F-35 (Internal storage)
C-17
C-130
MQ-1
MQ-9
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Contractor - Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control- Dallas
Status - ATD successfully completed December 2005. ATD demonstrated LADAR, ATR,
Turbojet Engine, and Multimode Warhead. Further USAF Development -TBD (note: USA-
ARMDEC currently leveraging PLOCAAS ATD developed LADAR and small turbojet technology
in the Non Line of Site Loitering Attack Missile (NLOS-LAM) program). That program has also
been suspended and future of this technology is uncertain at the present time. ATD
investigated mission planning, operator command and control interface, development cost, and
promoted development of MMSI standard.
AFRL/RWOB/RWAV, Eglin AFB, FL
Figure 1 ATD Tactical Configuration (6 ft long)
Figure 2 Flight Test Configuration (3 ft long)
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CHAPTER FOURTEEN
1 June 2009
PERSONAL WEAPONS
INDIVIDUAL WEAPONS
CREW SERVED WEAPONS
MISSION SPECIFIC WEAPONS
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PERSONAL WEAPONS
Nomenclature: M9 Name: 9mm Pistol (Personal
Defense Weapon (PDW))
Capability:
Provides a self defense capability to AF personnel.
Description:
The M9 is a 9mm pistol which replaced the M1911A1 .45 cal pistol and .38 cal M15 revolvers
(that were the general issue handguns for Air Force (AF) personnel). The M9 is a
semiautomatic, double-action pistol that is lighter, and safer than the M1911A1 pistol. The
weapon is carried by service members who are not issued rifles and by others who have a
personal defense requirement.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 9mm
Ammunition: M882 Ball
Weight: 2.6 lbs (loaded)
Range: 50 meters
Magazine Capacity: 15 rounds
Length: 8.54 inches (21.69 centimeters)
Width: 1.50 inches (3.81 centimeters)
Height: 5.51 inches (14 centimeters)
Barrel length: 4.92 inches (12.5 centimeters)
Bore diameter: 9mm (approximately .355 inches)
Muzzle velocity: 1,200 feet (365 meters) per second
Management:
575 CBSS/GBLC, Robins AFB, GA
Technical Order:
11W3-3-5-1 and 11W3-3-5-4
14-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: M11 Name: 9mm Compact Pistol
Capability:
Provides a self defense capability to AF personnel.
Description:
The M11 is a 9mm semiautomatic, double-action, compact pistol issued to OSI agents. It
replaced the M9 pistols the OSI agents used to carry.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 9mm NATO

Ammunition: M882 Ball
Range: 50 meters
Management:
Technical Order:
11W3-3-4-11 and 11W3-3-4-12
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INDIVIDUAL WEAPONS
Nomenclature: M16/M16A2 Name: 5.56mm Rifle
Capability:
Destroy moving and stationary light materiel targets and neutralize identified traditional and
nontraditional combatants.
Description:
The M16A2 rifle is an improved version of the M16 rifle and is being issued to AF personnel as
the primary combat rifle. The M16A2 rifle is a lightweight 5.56mm, air-cooled, gas-operated,
magazine-fed, selective fire, shoulder- or hip-fired weapon designed for either automatic fire (3-
round bursts) or semiautomatic fire (single shot) through the use of a selector lever. They
incorporate improvements in sight, pistol grip, stock and overall combat effectiveness. Accuracy
is improved by incorporating an improved muzzle compensator, three-round burst control, a
heavier barrel with a tighter twist ratio to accommodate the new heavier NATO standard
ammunition.
M16 M16A2
Characteristics:
Caliber: 5.56mm
Length: 39.63 inches
Ammunition: M855 Ball, M856 Tracer,
XM995 AP, XM996 Dim Tracer
Range: 550 meters
Type of fire: Semi-Auto, 3-rd burst (A2), Full Auto (M16)
Maximum range: 3,600 meters
Maximum effective range: Area target: 2,624.8 feet (800 meters)
Point target: 1,804.5 feet (550 meters)
Rate of fire: Cyclic: 800 rounds per minute
Sustained: 12-15 rounds per minute
Semiautomatic: 45 rounds per minute
Burst: 90 rounds per minute
Management:
Technical Order:
M16 - 11W3-5-5-24 and 11W3-5-5-61
M16A2 - 11W3-5-5-41 and 11W3-5-5-42
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Nomenclature: M4/M4A1 Name: 5.56mm Carbine
Capability:
Description:
The M4 Carbine is a 5.56mm, gas operated, air cooled, magazine fed, selective fire, shoulder
fired weapon with a telescoping stock. The M4 has selective fire options including semi-
automatic and three-round burst (like the M16A2), while the M4A1 has a "full auto" option in
place of the three-round burst. The M4 Carbine will replace selected M16A2 Rifles where a
shorter, lighter, more portable weapon is needed. The M4 is used by the AF Security Forces
while the M4A1 is unique to HQ AFSOC elements.
M4 without Optic
M4 with Optic M4A1 with Carrying Handle

Characteristics:
Caliber: 5.56mm
M200 Blank, M855 Ball, M856 Tracer, XM995 AP, XM996 Dim Tracer
Type of fire: Semi-Auto, 3-rd burst or Full-Auto (M4A1)
Maximum range: 3,600 meters
Maximum effective range: Area target: 2,165.4 feet (600 meters)
Point target: 1,804.5 feet (500 meters)
Rate of fire: Cyclic: 800 rounds per minute
Sustained: 12-15 rounds per minute
Semiautomatic: 45 rounds per minute
Burst: 90 rounds per minute
Management:
Technical Order: 1W3-5-5-41 and 11W3-5-5-42
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Nomenclature: MK-14 Mod 0 Name: 7.62mm Enhanced
Battle Rifle (EBR)
Capability:
Description:
The 7.62mm MK-14 MOD 0 EBR will be used by the operator to engage and destroy enemy
personnel at any range out to 600 yards for point targets and 1,000 yards for area targets. The
7.62mm MK-14 MOD 0 EBR deliberately capitalizes on prior shooting and maintenance skills of
individuals trained and proficient with M14 type rifles, but provides an inherently more robust
and precision arm. A complete kit of accessories is provided for sustained deployment in
remote areas. A variety of capabilities may be obtained by the combination of basic issue items
and auxiliary items that can be tailored for a variety of tactical applications. These range from
actions conducted by local and federal level law enforcement agencies, to the most severe
operational environments which Forward Deployed and Special Operations Forces may
encounter.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 7.62mm
Ammunition: M80, M118LR
Weight:
No magazine, iron sights 11.0 lbs .
Empty Magazine, sling vertical grip 12.4 lbs.
Type of fire: Semi-Auto
Maximum range: 600 yards
Maximum effective range: Area target: 1000 yards
Point target: 600yards
Muzzle velocity:
M-80 2675 fps
M118LR 2511 fps
Management:
Technical Order: 11W3-5-4-61
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Nomenclature: M-32 Name: 40mm Multiple Grenade
Launcher (MGL)
Capability:
Description:
The M-32 40mm Multiple Grenade Launcher (MGL) or Multiple-shot Grenade Launcher (MSGL)
is a modified Milkor MGL-140 with additional features like the buttstock, sights, and foregrip.
The M-32 six-shot 40mm grenade launcher can put all 6 rounds on target in under 3 seconds,
and can fire "normal" M433 40mm grenades or specialty rounds. The M32 is equipped with a
MIL-STD-1913 quad rail system on the foregrip to accommodate current issue weapon
accessories such as grips, laser illuminators/designators, and flashlights, as well as a
collapsible butt stock. Sighting is accomplished through a parallax free electro-optical night
vision compatible holographic sight that can be adjusted to compensate for long range shooting.
This weapon is currently used only by the Marines. NOTE: M203 ammo and MK 19 ammo are
not interchangeable; the MK 19 ammo has 3-4 times as much propellant charge as the M203
ammo. If you fire the MK 19 ammo in the M203 the round will explode in the chamber.
Characteristics:
Weight: 13 lbs.
Total (including 6 rounds) 16.5 pounds
Maximum effective range:
Area target: 400 meters
Point target: 150 meters
Max range: 400 meters
Minimum safe range:
Training: 130 meters
Combat: 31 meters
Management:
Technical Order:
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Nomenclature: M203, A1, and A2 Name: 40mm Grenade
Launcher
Capability:
Description: The M203 Grenade Launcher is a breech loading, pump-action, single shot
manually operated, capable of firing a variety of 40mm ammunition. Engaging targets out to 400
meters, it has a leaf sight and a quadrant sight. The M203 is mounted on the M16A2. The
M203A1 is the version that is a permanent mount to the M4 Carbine. The M203A2 is the
version that is a quick mount/dismount for the M4 carbine. The grenade launcher is comprised
of the following: barrel, receiver, hand guard, leaf sight and quadrant sight. NOTE: M203
ammo and MK 19 ammo are not interchangeable; the MK 19 ammo has 3-4 times as much
propellant charge and the case is 9mm longer than the M203 ammo. If you fire the MK 19
ammo in the M203 the round will explode in the chamber.
Characteristics:
Weight: Launcher: 3.0 lbs
Rifle (M16A2): 8.79 pounds
Total (including 30 rounds): 11.79 pounds
Barrel Length: 12 inches
Maximum effective range:
Area target: 1,148.35 feet (350 meters)
Point target: 492.15 feet (150 meters)
Max range: 1,312.4 feet (400 meters)
Minimum safe range:
Training: 541.2 feet (165 meters)
Combat: 101.71 feet (31 meters)
Management:
U.S. Army ARDEC, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
Technical Order:
11W3-9-4-1 and 11W3-9-4-2
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Nomenclature: XM320 Name: 40mm Grenade
Launcher Module (GLM)
Capability:
Description: The XM320 will provide a common grenade launcher that can be used on current
(M16A2 and M-4) and future platforms through the use of various mounting adapters. It has
five main system components: Side-opening add-on 40X46mm launcher, various optional
sighting devices including day/night/ranging sighting system, detachable multi-position
retractable buttstock, carrying sling for stand-alone use and field cleaning kit. The XM320
insures improved first round hit probability by providing accurate range-to-target data and 5
meter aiming increments to engage and defeat enemy targets with the first round.
Production Configuration BLM with day/night/ranging

with sighting system attached
Characteristics:
Weight: 4.02 lb (stand alone unit with stock_
3.39 lb (mounted on M4)
3.98 lb (mounted on M16A2)
Barrel Length: 8.47 in.
Over all Length: 11.81 in. (w/0 stock) Height : 8.07 in (w/o stock)
17.71 in. (with stock in) 3.5 (with stock in)
20.1 in. (with stock our)
Trigger Pull: Double-action
Maximum effective range: Minimum safe range:
Area target: 1,148.35 feet (350 meters) Training: 426.53 feet (130 meters)
Point target: 492.15 feet (150 meters) Combat: 101.71 feet (31 meters)
Max range: 1,312.4 feet (400 meters)
Management:
U.S. Army ARDEC, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
14-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: M249 Name: 5.56mm Automatic Rifle (AR)
Capability:
Description:
The M249 AR is a 5.56mm lightweight, one-man-portable automatic rifle capable of delivering a
large volume of effective fire to support squad operations. It is belt-fed, gas-operated,
air-cooled, and fires from the open bolt position. The maximum range for a point target is 600
meters while 800 meters is the distance for area targets. It also has a 30-round magazine
feeding capability for emergency firing procedures. It can be fired from the shoulder hand-held
position or the bipod position. It has two barrel assemblies to extend the life of the barrels,
retain accuracy and allow for continuous firing over long periods of time. It can be fed from a
200 round box via linked ammo, or from normal 30 round M-16 magazines. The box fits on the
bottom of the receiver and feeds from the side. The magazine also feeds into the side.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 5.56mm
M200 Blank, M855 Ball, M856 Tracer, XM995 AP, XM996 Dim Tracer
Rate: 850 rds/min
Range: 600 meters (point)
800 meters (area)
1,000 meters (suppression)
Capacity: 200 rounds
Management:
Technical Order:
11W3-5-5-51 and 11W3-5-5-52
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CREW SERVED WEAPONS
Nomenclature: M240B Name: 7.62mm Machine Gun (MG)
Capability: Destroy moving and stationary light materiel targets and neutralize identified
traditional and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
The M240B is a 7.62mm medium machine gun and is the improved ground mounted version of
the original M240 machine gun, which is utilized on tanks and light armored vehicles. It is belt-
fed, gas-operated, air-cooled, and fires from the open bolt position. The weapon feeds from the
left, ejecting links to the right and spent cartridge underneath the receiver. The M240B is
modified for ground use by the installation of an “Infantry Modification Kit.” comprised of a flash
suppressor, front sight, buttstock, pistol grip, bipod, rear sight assembly, feed tray cover with a
M1913 rail that allows the use of rail mounted accessories, protective heat shield for the barrel,
and a carrying handle for the barrel. It has two barrel assemblies to extend the life of the
barrels, retain accuracy and allow for continuous firing over long periods of time.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 7.62mm
Ammunition: Same as M60 MG
Weight: 27.6 lbs
Length: 47.5 inches
Maximum Range: 3,725 meters
Maximum Effective Range: 1,100 meters
Maximum Grazing Fire: 600 meters
Maximum Tracer Burnout: 900 meters
Rates of Fire: Sustained -100 rds/min
Rapid - 200 rds/min
Management:
Technical Order: 11W2-6-5-1 and 11W2-6-5-2
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Nomenclature: MK 19 Name: 40mm Grenade
Machine Gun (GMG)
Capability:
Description:
The MK 19 40mm GMG is designed to deliver accurate, intense, and decisive firepower against
enemy personnel and lightly armored vehicles to a maximum effective range of 1,600 meters
against point targets and 2,057 meters against area targets. It is used in offensive and
defensive operations in the main battle area. The MK 19 can be tripod or vehicle mounted.
The MK 19 is an air-cooled, disintegrating metallic link-belt fed, blowback operated, fully
automatic weapon and is crew transportable over short distances with limited amounts of
ammunition. It can fire a variety of 40mm grenades. The M430 High Explosive Dual Purpose
(HEDP) 40mm grenade will pierce armor up to 2 inches thick, and will produce fragments to kill
personnel within 5 meters and wound personnel within 15 meters of the point of impact.
Associated components are: MK 64 Cradle Mount, MOD 5; M3 Tripod Mount; and the AN/TVS-
5 Night Vision Sight. NOTE: M203 ammo and MK 19 ammo are not interchangeable; the MK
19 ammo has 3-4 times as much propellant charge as the M203 ammo. If you fire the MK 19 in
the M203 the round will explode in the chamber.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 40mm
Ammunition: M383 HE, M384 HE, M430 HE, M430A1 HE
Weight: 76.5 lbs
Length: 43.1 inches
Range: 1,500m (point tgt)
2,200m (area tgt)
Rate of fire: Cyclic: 325-375 rounds per minute
Rapid: 60 rounds per minute
Sustained: 40 rounds per minute
Muzzle velocity: 790 feet (240.69 meters) per second
Management:
Technical Order:
11W2-5-16-1 and 11W2-5-16-2
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Nomenclature: M2 Name: Cal .50 Machine Gun (MG)
Capability:
Description:
The M2 Browning Caliber .50 Heavy Barrel MG is a belt-fed, recoil-operated, air-cooled,
crew-operated MG. The MG provides a heavy volume of close, accurate, and continuous fire
necessary to form an integral part of the unit's defensive fires.
Characteristics:
Caliber: .50
Ammunition: M1/M1A1 Blank, M8 API, M17
Tracer, M20 APIT, M33 Ball, MK211,
M903 SLAP, M962 SLAP- T
Weight: 84 lbs (unloaded)
M3 Tripod (Complete): 44 pounds
Total: 128 pounds
Maximum range: 4.22 miles (6.8 kilometers)
Maximum effective range: 2,000 meters with tripod mount
Maximum effective range: 1,830 meters
Rate of fire: Cyclic - 450-550 RPM
Management:
Technical Order:
11W2-6-3-172 and 11W2-6-3-184
11W2-6-6-1
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MISSION SPECIFIC WEAPONS
Nomenclature: Shotguns Name: 12 gauge Shotguns
Capability:
nontraditional combatants. They can also be used to breech locked doors.
Description:
There are four basic 12 gauge shotguns used by AF personnel: Winchester M1200, Remington
M870, Remington Modular Combat Shotgun (MCS), and Mossberg M500. They are manually
operated, repeating shotgun of the slide action, hammerless, and take down type with 18 to 20
inch barrels. They have a minimum capacity of five rounds. Security Forces personnel are the
primary users of these shotguns.
Mossberg 12 ga
Remington 12 ga
Remington MCS 12 ga
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Winchester 12 ga
Characteristics:
Caliber: 12 gauge
Ammunition: #OO Buckshot, #7 1/2 Shot, #9 Shot
Weight: 7 lbs
Range: 50 meters
Management:
Technical Order:
11W3-6-1-114 and 11W3-6-1-154 and 11W3-6-1-171
11W3-6-2
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Nomenclature: M24 Name: 7.62mm Sniper Weapon
System Rifle (USA)
Capability:
Provides precision long-range offensive/defensive capability to neutralize identified traditional
and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
The M24 Sniper Weapons System (SWS) rifle is a 7.62mm bolt action, 6 shot, repeating rifle.
The system consists of the rifle, day optic sight, metallic (iron) sights, bipod, deployment kit,
cleaning kit, soft rifle carrying case, optic case, and system case. Match quality ammunition
works best in the M24; however, it can fire standard ammunition.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 7.62 mm NATO

Ammunition: M118 Match
Length: 44.14 inches (112.12 centimeters)
Length of Barrel: 22 inches (55.88 centimeters)
Range: 800 meters
Management:
Technical Order:
11W3-5-4-10-1
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Nomenclature: M107 Name: Cal .50 Special
Application Sniper Rifle (SASR)
Capability: Provides precision long-range offensive/defensive capability to neutralize identified
traditional and nontraditional combatants. It is utilized by Explosive Ordnance Disposal to
render safe unexploded ordnance.
Description:
The M107 .50-caliber SASR is a bolt-action, rapid-fire; man portable, shoulder-fired, recoil
operated, semi-automatic magazine fed special application rifle utilizing military standard .50
caliber ammunition. The system consists of the rifle, a variable 10 power day optic sight, a
backup iron sight, detachable 10 round magazine, transport case, tactical soft case, cleaning
/maintenance equipment, detachable sling, adjustable bi-pod, manuals, and a muzzle brake to
reduce recoil. This weapon is primarily employed against high value materiel targets, and is
used by the Explosive Ordnance Disposal teams to detonate unexploded ordnance. Air Force
Security Forces, Explosive Ordnance Detachment (EOD) and Pararescue personnel utilize this
rifle. Match quality ammunition works best in this weapon, however, it can fire standard
ammunition.
Characteristics:
Caliber: .50
Ammunition: Mk211 Multi Purpose
Weight: 28.4 lbs
Length: 57 inches (144.78 centimeters)
Barrel length: 29 inches (73.67 cm)
Range: 1,800 meters
Magazine Capacity: 10 round detachable box magazine
Management:
Technical Order:
11W2-5-7-1 and 11W2-5-7-2
11W3-5-1-111
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Nomenclature: M110 Name: 7.62mm Semi-Automatic
Sniper System (SASS)
Capability:
Description:
In 2007 the Army deployed the M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System (SASS) to Afghanistan, in
the first combat deployment of the new weapon. The rifle has several new features, the most
prominent being an improved rate of fire. The automatic firing capabilities of the SASS will
decrease lag time in between shots. The rifle has an improved flash suppressor which
significantly reduces blast signature and eliminates the small cloud of dust that rises off the
ground from the gases emitted through the barrel, thus making locating snipers in the field,
even after they have fired a shot, difficult for the enemy. The buttstock is fixed, however the
buttplate is adjustable for length of pull to match the user’s hand side of the stock. The
adjustment can be made without tools via a notched hand-tightened knob on the fight-hand side
of the stock. The rifle has ambidextrous features such as a double sided magazine release,
safety selector switch, and bolt catch. It is manufactured by Knight's Armament Company
(KAC). Refinements instituted by KAC maximize parts commonality with the AR15 / M16,
improve weapon reliability, and increase accuracy. The M110 is used by only the Army.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 7.62 mm NATO
Ammunition: 7.62 x 51mm NATO
Weight: 15.3 lbs. total (including scope, bipod, and loaded 20 round magazines
Length: 40.5 inches (1,029 mm) (buttstock fully compressed)
46.5 inches (1,181 mm) (buttstock fully extended)
Length of Barrel: 20 inches (508 mm)
Effective Range: 1000 meters
Action: Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Rate of Fire Semi-automatic
Feed system: 10 or 20 round detachable box magazine
Management:
Technical Order:
M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System (SASS)

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Nomenclature: M40A3 Name: 7.62mm Sniper Rifle
Capability:
Description:
The M40A3 is a bolt-action sniper rifle used by the United States Marine Corps. It has had
three variants: the M40, the M40A1 and the M40A3. The M40 was introduced in 1966. The
changeover to the A1 model was completed in the 1970s, and the A3 in the 2000s. Each
firearm begins life as a Remington 700, and is then extensively modified by hand by USMC
2112/gunsmiths at Marine Corps Base Quantico, using components from a number of
suppliers. New M40A3s are being built, and A1s are upgraded to A3s as they rotate into the
armory for service and repair. The rifles have had many sub-variations in telescopic sights, and
smaller user modifications.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 7.62 mm (308win)
Ammunition: 7.62 x 51mm NATO
Weight: 16.54 lbs. (total); 14.44 lbs. (rifle w/5 rounds); 2.2 lbs. (scope)
Length: 44.25 inches (1,124 mm)
Length of Barrel: 24 inches (610) (1:12 right hand twist)
Max Effective Range: 1000 yards
Max Range: 5,000 yards
Muzzle velocity: 2,670 feet per second with M117 LR
Action: Bolt Action
Feed system: 5 round detachable box magazine
Sights: Unertl 10X telescopic sight with Mil-Dots and BDC (specially designed for
USMC, 12.5 in. long, windage adjustable .5 degree increments)
Stock: Fiberglass
Management:
Technical Order:
M40A3 Sniper Rifle (USMC)
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CHAPTER FIFTEEN
1 June 2009
SMALL ARMS/GUN MUNITIONS

Nomenclature: 5.56mm Name: Ammo
Capability:
Description:
The 5.56mm (0.223 inch) ammunition is typically fired from the M16 series rifle, M4 series
carbine, and the M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW). This ammunition can be deployed
as individual rounds, within 10 or 30-round magazines, or linked by M27 links for firing from an
ammunition box. The following are 5.56mm cartridges used by the Air Force:
M193 Ball Cartridge has a 56 grain, gilding metal-jacketed bullet with a lead antimony core. It
is identified by a non-painted tip. Performs best when fired in 1 in 12” barrel twist guns (M249),
but can be used in 1 in 7” barrel twist with reduced range. DODIC A071
M196 Tracer Cartridge has a 54 grain bullet without a steel penetrator and is identifiable by a
painted red tip. Used for observation, incendiary effect, and signaling. Like the M193, works
best in a 1 in 12” twist barrel. DODIC A068
M199 Dummy Cartridge can be identified by the six grooves along the side of the case
beginning about one-half inch from its head. It contains no propellant or primer. The primer
well is open to prevent damage to the firing pin. The dummy round is used during mechanical
training, dry-fire exercises, and function checks. DODIC A060
M200 Blank Cartridge has no projectile but is used during training to simulate live ammunition
noises and flash. It is identifiable by a rose petal crimp. DODICs A075, A080
M855 Ball Cartridge has a 62 grain gilding, metal-jacketed, lead antimony core bullet with a
steel penetrator. It is identifiable by a green tip. The steel penetrator increases its helmet-
penetration range substantially more than the M193 round. This is the NATO standard round.
It is optimized to shoot in a 1 in 7” twist barrel. It is effective against personnel and light
materials. DODICs A059, A062, A064
M856 Tracer Cartridge has a 63 grain bullet with a lead antimony slug. It is identified by an
orange tip. The tracer is used for adjustments after observation, incendiary effects, and
signaling. This tracer round has a longer tracer column and an improved pyrotechnic mixture,
which results in an increased daylight trace range compared to the 5.56mm M196 tracer round.
When tracer rounds are fired, they are usually mixed with ball ammunition in a ratio of four ball
(or armor piercing) rounds to one tracer round. DODICs A063, A064, AA02
M862 Short Range Training Ammunition (SRTA) provides a restricted range training
alternative to M193/M855 service rounds. The 5.56mm SRTA has a maximum range of 250
meters; an effective range of 25 meters (trajectory match and round to round dispersion
comparable to the service ammunition); and provides a functional capability when used in the
M16A2 Rifle with the M2 Training Bolt. DODIC A065
M995 Armor Piercing (AP) Cartridge is a 5.56mm Armor Piercing (AP) cartridge that provides
an increased AP capability over the M855 ball round. DODICs AA01, AA02
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Frangible Cartridge (Reduced Ricochet Limited Penetration (RRLP)) is a round used for
training only. This round features a lead-free bullet and nylon composite filler, with or without a
partial copper jacket; a lead-free powder, and lead-free primer; making it a 100% non-toxic
round. The bullet is meant to break up on impact - eliminating ricochet and penetration
hazards. DODICs AA40, AA85
Mk 262 Special Ball Cartridge is for AFSOC use only. It features a 77-grain Sierra MatchKing
bullet. It is a long range round and enables engagements out to 600 meters (800 possible
depending on conditions). It greatly enhances the capability of the M16 or M4A1 Carbine.
DODIC AA53
Typical Characteristics:
Height: 2.26 inches

Weight: 180 grains
Muzzle Velocity: 3,000+ fps
Weapons: M16A1, M16A2, M4, M4A1, M249
Management:
Technical Orders: 11A13-10-7
M995 5.56mm Armor

Piercing Cartridge
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Nomenclature: 7.62mm Name: Ammo
Capability:
Destroy moving and stationary light vehicles and materiel targets and neutralize identified
Description:
The 7.62mm (0.30 inch) ammunition is used in the M14, M24 rifles, M110, M40A3, the M240
(B&D) machine guns, and the GAU-2B/A mini gun. This ammunition can be deployed as
individual rounds, within five round clips, or linked by the M13 disintegrating metallic split-
linked belt for firing from an ammunition box. The rounds used by the USAF are as follows:
M62 Tracer Cartridge is identified by an orange tip; the tracer is used for adjustments after
observation, incendiary effects, and signaling. It has a 142 grain bullet. The tracer is typically
linked in a mix with other rounds - usually four ball (or armor piercing) rounds to each tracer. It
can also be found in a nine to one mix. DODICs A140, A146, A151, A165, A168, AA04
M80 Ball Cartridge has a 145 grain lead antimony filled bullet covered by a gliding copper
jacket. Bullet is unpainted for identification. DODICs A131, A143, A151, A164, A165, A168,
A257
M82 Blank Cartridge is used during field training. It provides the muzzle blast and flash that
can be detected by trainers during exercises. DODICs A111, A112
M118 Special Ball Cartridge is used in sniper weapons and is a long range high accuracy
bullet. It consists of a 173 grain bullet with a gilding metal jacket and a lead antimony slug. The
tip of the bullet is not colored. Its spread for a 10-shot group is no more than 7 inches at 600
yards. DODICs A136, AA11
M172 Dummy Cartridge is identified by six flutes in the side of the casing. It contains no
propellant or primer. The primer well is open to prevent damage to the firing pin. The dummy
round is used during mechanical training, dry-fire exercises, and function checks. DODIC A159
M276 Dim Tracer Cartridge provides the user community with a tracer cartridge which is
visible only when viewed through night vision devices and does not cause visual interference to
the wearer. It has a 140 grain full jacketed bullet with a lead slug and tracer filler. It is identified
by a purple tip. The tracer is typically linked in a mix with other rounds - usually 4 ball (or armor
piercing) rounds to each tracer. It can also be found in a 9 to 1 mix. DODIC A257
M993 Armor Piercing (AP) Cartridge is an AP cartridge which provides an AP capability for
the M60 machine gun and the M24 sniper rifle. It is identified by a black tip. DODICs AA03,
AA04
Height: 2.80 inches

Weight: 350 grains
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Weapon: GAU-2 Mini-Gun, M240 Machine Gun, M14 rifle, and M24 Sniper Rifle
Platforms: MH-53, MH-60G, HH-60 (GAU-2), and HMMWV
Management:
M276 7.62mm Dim

Tracer Cartridge
M993 7.62mm Armor Piercing Cartridge
M62 M80 M993
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Nomenclature: 9mm Name: Ammo
Capability:
Neutralize moving and stationary traditional and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
The 9mm (0.354 inch) ammunition is typically used in the M9 and M11 hand guns. The 9mm
is intended for use against personnel. This ammunition is deployed as individual rounds and
loaded in 15 or 12 round clips. The rounds used by the USAF are as follows:
M882 NATO Ball is the standard 9mm round. It has a 124 grain bullet with a full metal jacket,
filled with a lead antimony slug. The tip is not painted. DODIC A363
M917 Dummy Cartridge is an inert round used for mechanical training, dry-fire exercises,
and function checks. DODIC A359
9MM Hollow Point is used only as a Law Enforcement round. It cannot be used for combat.
It has a partial metal jacket, with a lead antimony slug. DODIC A260
9MM Frangible Ball is a target/practice round only. This round features a lead-free bullet
with a partial copper jacket and nylon composite filler; a lead-free powder, and lead-free
primer; making it a 100% non-toxic round. The bullet is meant to break up on impact-
eliminating ricochet and penetration hazards. DODIC AA16
Height: 1.165 inches

Weight: 179 grains
Weapon: M9 and M11 Hand Guns
Management:
M882 Hollow Point Bullet
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Nomenclature: Caliber .50 Name: Ammo
Capability:
Destroy moving and stationary lightly armored vehicles and materiel and neutralize identified
Description:
The caliber .50 round is used in the GAU-18/A and M2 machine guns and the
M82A1/M82A1A/M107 sniper rifles. The round can be deployed as individual rounds or linked
with M9 links to be belt-fed into the machine guns. The following are caliber .50 rounds used by
the Air Force:
M1 Blank is for simulated fire. It provides a sound and muzzle flash. DODIC A559
M1A1 Blank is also for simulated fire. It is distinguished from the M1 by its rosette crimped
cartridge case. It also uses a different propellant than the M1. DODIC A598
M1 Incendiary Cartridge has a 633 grain projectile that bursts into a high temperature flame
that ignites any flammable material when it impacts the target. It has a blue painted bullet tip.
DODIC A564
M2 Armor Piercing Cartridge is used against armored aircraft and lightly armored vehicles,
concrete shelters, and other bullet-resisting targets. It has a 660 grain bullet with a hardened
manganese and steel core. It is identified by a black painted tip. DODICs A525, A527, A530
M2 Dummy is for mechanical training, dry-fire exercises, and function checks and is completely
inert. Three holes are drilled into the case and there is an absence of a primer. DODIC A560
M8 Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) has a 660 grain projectile that has a combined armor-
piercing and incendiary effect for use against flammable, lightly or unarmored targets. It is
identified by an aluminum painted tip. DODICs A545, A576
M17 Tracer has a brown bullet tip and produces a red trace. It is used against unarmored
targets. DODICs A557, A571
M20 Armor Piercing Incendiary Tracer (APIT) has a red bullet tip with an aluminum color
annulus. Its 619 grain bullet with a hardened steel core and combined incendiary effect are
used against armored aircraft and lightly armored vehicles, concrete shelters, and other bullet-
resisting targets - with the additional tracer feature. The tracer is typically linked in a mix with
other rounds - usually 4 ball (or API) rounds to each tracer. It can also be found in a 9 to 1 mix.
DODICs A576, A585
M33 Ball Cartridge has a 660 grain bullet with a soft steel core. It is used for marksmanship
training and against light materiel targets. It is identified by an unpainted bullet tip. DODICs
A555, A557
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MK211 Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) has a green bullet tip with an aluminum color
annulus. This 668 grain bullet is designed for use in the sniper rifle. It provides similar effect as
the M8 round, only with a harder tungsten core. DODIC A606
MK257 Armor Piercing Incendiary Dim Tracer is identified by a lavender bullet tip with a gray
annulus. It provides similar effect as other API rounds but with the added benefit of the dim
tracer which is visible only with night vision devices - which reduces the possibility of locating
the weapon during firing. The tracer is typically linked in a mix with other rounds - usually 4 ball
(or API) rounds to each tracer. It can also be found in a 9 to 1 mix. DODIC AA50
MK263 Armor Piercing Cartridge has a black tip and is meant for use against lightly armored
targets. The bullet is a COTS item. DODIC AA58
T249E2 Target Practice Round is for target practice only. Its composite bullet produces a puff
of smoke on impact with a steel surface. For use only the M8C spotting rifle as it is a full inch
shorter than standard caliber 50 rounds. It is identified by a green tip.
Height: 5.45 inches

Weight: 1,750 grains
Muzzle Velocity: 2,910 fps
Weapon: M2, GAU-18 Machine Gun, GAU-19/A Gatling Gun and M82A1/M82A1A/M107
Sniper Rifles
Platforms: MH-60G, MH-53, HH-60, HMMWV
Management:
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Nomenclature: 12 Gauge Cartridges Name: Ammo
Capability:
The 12-gauge shotgun is usable by military forces in protection of key facilities, security, or
crowd control. It enables field commanders and soldiers to have lethal and effective non-lethal
capability, increasing flexibility in the application of force during military operations.
Description:
The 12-guage shot/shells are deployed individually. The following are the shot/shells in use by
the Air Force, both lethal and non-lethal:
#00 Buckshot has nine lead pellets of 0.33 inches in diameter. This round is used for convoy
protection and door breaching. DODIC A011
#00 Frangible is a training round that features 9 pellets of nylon composite; a lead-free powder,
and lead-free primer; making it a 100% non-toxic round. The round is meant to break up on
impact - eliminating ricochet and penetration hazards. DODIC AA82
#7 ½ Birdshot is an EOD round used in their bomb-disposing robot. DODIC A014
Non-Lethal Bird Scare is a round used to scare birds away from runways. It produces a loud
bang and flash. DODIC AY04
Dummy Cartridge is used for mechanical training, dry-fire exercises, and function checks and
is completely inert. DODIC AA55
Non-Lethal Bean Bag is a non-lethal round that fires a single two inch square 620 grain bean
bag meant to provide enough impact to stun an individual. Effective range of 10 to 30 yards,
beyond 30 yards, the projectile loses accuracy and may no longer have the velocity required to
stun. DODIC AA29
M1012 Non-Lethal Point Target Cartridge Round stuns an individual by delivering a strong
blow to the body without penetrating using a single rubber projectile. Effective range of 10 to 30
yards, beyond 30 yards; the projectile loses accuracy and may no longer have sufficient velocity
to stun. DODIC AA51
M1013 Non-Lethal Crowd Dispersal Round is for use against two or three individuals and
stuns them without penetrating the skin using many small rubber projectiles. The effective
range is 10 to 30 yards and beyond 30 yards the round loses effectiveness. DODIC AA52
Height: 2.75 inches

Weight: Varied
Muzzle Velocity: 250 to 1,550 fps depending on lethality
Weapon: Remington 12 Gauge Shotguns
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Management:
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CHAPTER SIXTEEN
1 June 2009
GROUND DEFENSE MUNITIONS

Hand Grenades
Nomenclature: MK1A1 Name: Training Hand Grenade

Capability:
Training hand grenade.
Description:
The MK1A1 training grenade simulates the MK2 “Pineapple” hand grenade. The grenade is
inert and is used only for training in handling and throwing. DODIC G965
Characteristics:
Height: 4.5 inches
Weight: 21 ounces
Color/Markings: Painted Black, Green, or Blue
Range: Average soldier can throw the grenade 30 yards
Casualty Radius: None
Fuze: Inert version of M204A2
Fuze Type: None
Filler: Inert
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Nomenclature: MK3A2 Name: Concussion Offensive
Hand Grenade
Capability:
Suppress/incapacitate traditional and nontraditional combatants and damage light materiel
targets during close combat while minimizing danger to friendly personnel.
Description:
The MK3A2 offensive hand grenade, commonly referred to as the concussion grenade, is
designed to produce casualties during close combat while minimizing danger to friendly
personnel. The grenade is also used for concussion effects in enclosed areas, for blasting, or
for demolition tasks. The shock waves (overpressure) produced by this grenade when used in
enclosed areas are greater than those produced by the fragmentation grenade. The lethal
over-pressure created by the detonation will penetrate twisted confines where fragmentation
grenades will not. It is, therefore, very effective against enemy soldiers located in bunkers,
buildings, and fortified areas. The MK3A2 has an effective casualty radius in open areas of 2
meters. Secondary missiles and bits of fuze may be projected as far as 200 meters from the
detonation point.
Characteristics:
Body: Fiber (similar to the packing container for the fragmentation hand grenade)
Height: 5.7 inches
Weight: 15.6 ounces
Color/Markings: Black with yellow markings around its middle
Casualty Radius: Casualty radius in open areas of 2 meters
Fuze: M206A1 or M206A2
Fuze Type: Delay (4-5 second)
Filler: 8 ounces of TNT
Safety Clip: Yes
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Nomenclature: M7A3 Name: Riot Control Grenade
Capability:
Non-lethal ability to subdue and control riots and mobs and temporarily incapacitate traditional
Description:
The ABC-M7A3 is a riot control hand grenade that contains the irritant agent CS gas
(O-Chlorobenzylidenemalononitrile), that causes the eyes to sting and water. CS is also
referred to as tear gas. Used to non-lethally subdue and control riots and mobs. DODIC G963
Characteristics:
Body: Sheet metal with four emission holes at the top and one at the bottom
Height: 5.7 inches
Weight: 15.5 ounces
Color/Markings: Gray body with a red band and red markings
Casualty Radius: Irritant cloud lasting 15 to 35 seconds (depends on conditions)
Fuze: M201A1
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: 7.5 ounces of burning mixture and 4.5 ounces of pellet CS agent.
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Nomenclature: M8 Name: White Smoke Grenade
Capability:
Provides smoke for screening friendly forces from enemy observation or as a signal to mark
locations or helicopter landing sites.
Description:
The M8 is used to produce dense clouds of white smoke for signaling and screening. The
smoke cloud can be irritating; consequently, the grenade should not be deployed in an area
without proper ventilation. DODIC G930
Characteristics:
Body: Sheet metal
Height: 5.7 inches
Weight: 24 ounces
Color/Markings: Light green body with black markings and a white top
Radius: Dense cloud emits for 105 to 150 seconds
Fuze: M201A1
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: 19 ounces of Type C, HC smoke mixture.
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Nomenclature: M14 Name: Incendiary Grenade
Capability:
Start fires in areas containing flammable materials and to render vehicles and equipment
unusable.
Description:
The AN-M14 TH3 incendiary hand grenade is used to destroy equipment. It can damage,
immobilize, or destroy vehicles, weapons systems, shelters, or munitions. The thermite filler
converts to molten iron, burns 40 seconds and melts through or fuses together metallic objects
it contacts. It will burn under water. The grenade may also be used to start fires in areas
containing flammable materials. DODIC G900
Characteristics:
Body: Sheet metal
Height: 5.7 inches
Weight: 32 ounces
Color/Markings: Gray with purple markings and a single purple band
Casualty Radius: Contact
Fuze: M201A1
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: 26.5 ounces of thermite (TH3) mixture.
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Nomenclature: M18 Name: Colored Smoke Grenade
Capability:
Description:
The M18 grenade produces large amounts of colored smoke. It is used mainly as a ground-to-
ground or ground-to-air signaling device, a target or landing zone marking device, or a
screening device for unit movements. DODICs G955, G950, G945, G940
Characteristics:
Body: Sheet steel cylinder with an emission hole at the bottom (and four on the
top for Green only) to allow smoke release when the grenade is ignited.
Height: 5.75 inches
Weight: 19 ounces
Color/Markings: Olive drab body - the top of the grenade is colored the color of the smoke
(red, green, yellow, or violet)
Radius: Large, depends on conditions, smoke cloud is emitted for 50 seconds
Fuze: M201A1
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: 11.5 ounces potassium chlorate, sulphur, baking soda, and dye
16-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: M25A2 Name: Riot Control
Hand Grenade
Capability:
Non-lethal ability to subdue and control riots and mobs and temporarily incapacitate traditional
Description:
The M25A2 riot control hand grenade is a bursting munition with an integral fuze. It releases a
tear gas to subdue riots/crowds of people. It can be filled with CN1, CS1, or DM1 agents.
DODIC G927
Characteristics:
Body: Compressed fiber and plastic
Height: 3+ inches
Weight: 8 ounces
Color/Markings: Gray body with red band and red markings
Casualty Radius: Medium, depends on conditions, radius is about 5 yards of agent
Fuze: Integral
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: 2.3-3.2 ounces, depending on which (CN1, CS1, or DM1).
16-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: M67 Name: Fragmentation
Hand Grenade
Capability:
targets.
Description:
The M-67 hand grenade is designed to burst into numerous fragments when detonated. It
produces casualties within an effective range of 20 yards by the high velocity projection of
fragments. DODIC G881
Characteristics:
Body: Steel sphere
Height: 3.53 inches
Weight: 14 ounces
Color/Markings: Olive drab body with yellow band at neck and yellow markings
Casualty Radius: Large - killing radius is about 5 yards, casualty radius 20 yards, and
fragments can disperse as far away as 250 yards.
Fuze: M213
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: 6.5 ounces of composition B high-explosive
16-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: M69 Name: Practice Hand Grenade
Capability:
Training hand grenade.
Description:
The M69 practice hand grenade simulates the M67 fragmentation hand grenade for training
purposes. The grenade provides realistic training and familiarizes the soldier with the
functioning and characteristics of the fragmentation hand grenade. DODIC G811, G878 (Fuze)
Characteristics:
Body: Steel sphere
Height: 3.53 inches
Weight: 14 ounces
Color/Markings: Light blue with white markings
Fuze: M228
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: Small charge that emits puff of smoke when fired.
16-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: M83 Name: Practice Smoke Grenade
Capability:
Training smoke grenade simulates the M8 White Smoke Grenade.
Description:
The M83 hand grenade is a practice grenade for the M8 White Smoke Grenade. It emits
smoke for 25 to 70 seconds. DODIC G982
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Characteristics:
Height: 5.7 inches
Weight: 24 ounces
Color/Markings: Forest green body with light green markings, a blue band and a white top
Radius: Medium, a dense cloud emits for 25 to 70 seconds
Fuze: M201A1
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: Single slug of TA.
16-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: M84 Name: Stun Grenade
Capability:
Non-lethal ability to neutralize and disorient traditional and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
The XM84 Stun Grenade is a non-fragmentation, non-lethal "Flash and Bang" stun grenade that
is intended to provide a reliable, effective non-lethal means of neutralizing and disorienting
enemy personnel. DODIC GG09
Characteristics:
Height: 5.25 inches
Weight: 14 ounces
Color/Markings: Olive drab body with white markings with a pastel green band on body and
a brown band on the safety lever
Radius: Small, emits a loud bang and a bright flash to startle/distract
Fuze: M201A1 with a short delay (1 to 2.3 seconds)
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: Magnesium and Ammonium mix
16-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: Rubber Ball Name: Riot Control Grenade
Capability:
Non-lethal ability to subdue and control riots and mobs.
Description:
The rubber ball grenade is a non-lethal riot control hand grenade that propels 100 rubber balls
to stun and incapacitate a crowd of people. DODIC GG04
Characteristics:
Height: 5.25 inches
Weight: 10 ounces
Color/Markings: Gray body with red band and red markings
Casualty Radius: Radius of about 15 yards (Non-Lethal)
Fuze: M201A1-1
Fuze Type: Delay
Filler: Explosives to propel 100 each 0.25 inch diameter rubber balls
16-12 FOUO
40mm Grenades
Nomenclature: M385A1 Name: 40mm Target Practice
Capability:
40mm training round.
Description:
The M385A1 cartridge is for target practice using the MK19 Grenade Machine Gun. The
projectile is made of solid aluminum. It is a ballistic match for the M430A1. DODIC B576
Characteristics:
Height: 4.415 inches
Weight: 0.75 pounds
Color/Markings: Projectile is light blue with black markings
Muzzle Velocity: 790 fps
Range: 1600 yards
Fuze: None
Fuze Type: None
Filler: Solid Aluminum
Weapon:
MK19 Grenade Machine Gun
16-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: M406 Name: 40 mm High Explosive (HE)
Capability:
targets.
Description:
This grenade is a high explosive with an impact fuze. When impacted, the grenade explodes,
propelling shrapnel to wound personnel and destroy materiel targets. DODIC B568
Characteristics:
Height: 3.9 inches
Weight: 0.5 pounds
Color/Markings: Olive drab with gold ogive and markings
Casualty Radius: 16 feet
Range: 450 yards
Fuze: M551
Fuze Type: Point Detonating
Arming Distance: 46 and 92 feet
Filler: Composition B
Weapon:
M203, M79
16-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: M430A1 Name: 40mm High Explosive Dual
Purpose (HEDP)
Capability:
Destroy stationary armored vehicles and suppress/incapacitate traditional and nontraditional
combatants.
Description:
The M430A1 High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) round is meant to penetrate up to 3 inches
of steel at a 0 degree angle and then inflicts personnel casualties with the shrapnel produced
from the high explosive shape charge. DODIC B542
Characteristics:
Height: 4.42 inches
Weight: 0.75 pounds
Color/Markings: Gold ogive with a black body and black markings
Casualty Radius: 23 feet for kill and 50 feet casualty
Range: 1600 yards Effective
Fuze: M549
Fuze Type: PIBD (Armed from rotation)
Arming Distance: 60 feet minimum
Filler: Composition B
Weapon:
16-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: M433E1 Name: 40mm High Explosive
Dual Purpose (HEDP)
Capability:
Destroy stationary armored vehicles and suppress/incapacitate traditional and nontraditional
combatants.
Description:
The M433E1 High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) round is meant to penetrate up to 2.5
inches of steel at a 0 degree angle and then inflict personnel casualties with the shrapnel
produced from the high explosive shape charge. DODIC B546
Characteristics:
Height: 4.05 inches
Weight: 0.507 pounds
Color/Markings: Olive drab with a gold ogive and white markings
Casualty Radius: 20 feet casualty
Range: 450 yards
Fuze: M550E1
Arming Distance: 45 feet
Filler: RDX
Weapon:
M203 and M79
16-16 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM576 Name: 40mm Multiple Projectile
Capability:
Suppress/incapacitate traditional and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
XM576 fires 20 lead pellets for effective close range enemy engagement. This is an anti-
personnel or breaching round. DODIC B534
Characteristics:
Height: 2.5 inches
Color/Markings: Aluminum cartridge case with white markings
Casualty Radius: Impact
Range: 50 yards
Fuze: None
Fuze Type: N/A
Arming Distance: N/A
Filler: 20 pellets of 20 grains each
Weapon:
M203 and M79
16-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: M583 Name: 40mm White Star Parachute
Capability:
Illuminate the battlefield or provide bright signal.
Description:
The M583 provides an effective illumination and signaling cartridge for support of ground
troops. It launches a candle that descends on a parachute - it gives off about 70,000
candlepower for at least 35 seconds. DODIC B535
Characteristics:
Height: 5.3 inches
Color/Markings: White projectile and ogive
Range: Burst Height - 700 feet
Fuze: Delay charge
Fuze Type: 5 second delay
Filler: Illumination candle
Weapon:
M203 and M79
16-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: M585 Name: 40mm White Star Cluster
Capability:
Mark targets or signal friendly forces.
Description:
The M585 has the same exterior as the M583 but it contains five white star pellet assemblies
that free fall as individual stars upon ejection. The pellet assemblies provide 55,000
candlepower for seven seconds. DODIC B536
Characteristics:
Height: 5.3 inches
Color/Markings: White projectile and ogive
Range: Burst Height - 700 feet
Fuze: Delay charge
Fuze Type: 5 second delay
Filler: Illumination pellet assemblies
Weapon:
M203 and M79
16-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM651E1 Name: 40mm Riot Control Agent
Capability:
Subdue and control riots and mobs and temporarily incapacitate traditional and nontraditional
combatants.
Description:
The XM651E1 is a riot/crowd control, CS (tear gas) agent grenade. DODIC B567
Characteristics:
Height: 4.5 inches
Color/Markings: Gray aluminum with a green casing and black markings
Casualty Radius: Dense white cloud - round burns for about 25 seconds
Range: 450 yards
Fuze: XM581E1
Fuze Type: Point Detonating and Delay
Arming Distance: 98 feet
Filler: CS pyrotechnic mixture
Weapon:
M203 and M79

16-20 FOUO
Nomenclature: M674 Name: 40mm Riot Control Agent
Capability:
Subdue and control riots and mobs and temporarily incapacitate traditional and nontraditional
combatants.
Description:
The M674 grenade can be fired from M79, AN-M8 pistol, or by hand. It contains CS (tear gas)
as the crowd/riot control agent. DODIC B537
Characteristics:
Height: 8.8 inches
Weight: 0.75 pounds
Color/Markings: Has a red identification band by the barrel and a brown band next to the
red one
Casualty Radius: Varied - dense white cloud
Range: Short
Fuze: Point initiating and delay
Fuze Type: 3 stage burning delay/point initiating
Filler: CS pyrotechnic mixture
Weapon:
M79. AN-M8 pistol, or by hand
16-21 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM675 Name: 40mm Red Smoke
Capability:
Description:
The Red Smoke cartridge is identical to M674 except the markings on the exterior, the
assembly contains red smoke and not CS agent, and there is a two stage delay instead of
three. This cartridge has a brown identification band instead of the red. DODIC B538
Characteristics:
Height: 8.8 inches
Weight: 0.75 pounds
Color/Markings: Has a brown identification band by the barrel
Casualty Radius: None, only emits dense red cloud
Range: Short
Fuze: Point initiating and delay
Fuze Type: 2 stage burning delay/point initiating
Filler: Red pyrotechnic smoke mixture
Weapon:
M79. AN-M8 pistol, or by hand
16-22 FOUO
Nomenclature: M715 Name: 40mm Green Smoke
Capability:
Description:
The M715 emits a dense cloud of green smoke for signaling and screening purposes. DODIC
B508.
Characteristics:
Height: 3.91 inches
Weight: 0.49 pounds
Color/Markings: Tip of projectile is colored green
Range: 450 yards
Fuze: M733
Fuze Type: Impact and delay
Arming Distance: 50 to 150 feet
Filler: Pyrotechnic smoke mixture
Weapon:
M203 and M79

16-23 FOUO
Nomenclature: M716 Name: 40mm Yellow Smoke
Capability:
Description:
The M715 emits a dense cloud of yellow smoke for signaling and screening purposes. DODIC
B509
Characteristics:
Height: 3.91 inches
Weight: 0.49 pounds
Color/Markings: Tip of projectile is colored yellow
Range: 450 yards
Fuze: M733
Fuze Type: Impact and delay
Arming Distance: 50 to 150 feet
Filler: Pyrotechnic smoke mixture
Weapon:
M203 and M79

16-24 FOUO
Nomenclature: M781 Name: 40mm Target Practice
Capability:
Description:
Target practice round has a frangible plastic ogive and contains a signal dye. When the
projectile hits a solid target, it produces a yellow-orange cloud that simulates an explosion.
DODIC B519
Characteristics:
Height: 3.9 inches
Color/Markings: Projectile is blue
Range: 450 yards
Fuze: None
Fuze Type: N/A
Filler: Signal dye
Weapon:
M203 and M79
16-25 FOUO
Nomenclature: M918 Name: 40mm Target Practice Linked
Capability:
Description:
This target practice round is for use in the MK19 launcher. It simulates the appearance and
ballistics of the M430. When it impacts the target it produces a flash, smoke, and a loud report.
DODIC B584
Characteristics:
Height: 4.42 inches
Weight: 0.75 pounds
Color/Markings: Blue ogive and body with a brown stripe
Range: 1600 yards Effective
Fuze: M550
Arming Distance: 60 feet minimum
Filler: Flash charge
Weapon:

16-26 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM1006 Name: 40mm Sponge Grenade
Capability:
Non-lethal ability to subdue to temporarily incapacitate a traditional and nontraditional
combatant.
Description:
The sponge grenade is a non-lethal weapon meant to incapacitate an individual. The projectile
has a foam rubber nose and a high-density plastic body. DODIC BA06
Characteristics:
Height: 3.95 inches
Weight: 0.15 pounds
Color/Markings: Light green tip with black body and white markings and casing.
Casualty Radius: Impact
Range: Short
Fuze: None
Fuze Type: N/A
Filler: Solid rubber and plastic projectile
Weapon:
M203 and M79
16-27 FOUO
Nomenclature: M1029 Name: 40mm Non-Lethal
Crowd Dispersal
Capability:
Non-lethal ability to temporarily incapacitate traditional and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
The M1029 is used to incapacitate personnel non-lethally. It contains 48 0.48 caliber rubber
balls that inflict a stunning blow to a combatant’s body. DODIC BA13
Characteristics:
Height: 4.8 inches
Weight: 2.5 pounds
Color/Markings: Green band on end
Casualty Radius: 10 feet at 100 feet range
Range: 35 to 100 feet
Fuze: None
Fuze Type: N/A
Filler: 48 rubber balls
Weapon:
M203 and M79
16-28 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM1057 Name: 40mm Non-Lethal
Crowd Dispersal
Capability:
Non-lethal ability to temporarily incapacitate traditional and nontraditional combatants.
Description:
This round is the same as the M1029; only it is linked and used in the MK19 launcher for rapid
fire.
Characteristics:
Height: 4.8 inches
Weight: 2.5 pounds
Color/Markings: Green band on end
Casualty Radius: 10 feet at 100 feet range
Range: 35 to 100 feet
Fuze: None
Fuze Type: N/A
Filler: 48 rubber balls
Weapon:
16-29 FOUO
16-30 FOUO
CHAPTER
SEVENTEEN 1 June 2009
MEDIUM and LARGE CALIBER MUNITIONS

Nomenclature: PELE Name: 20mm PELE KE
Capability:
20mm PELE (Penetrator with Enhanced Lateral Efficiency) KE (Kinetic Energy) projectile
converts forward momentum into lateral fragmentation effect and/or penetration upon impact
with a suitably hard target without the utilization of explosive material.
Description:
The 20mm PELE Round uses the same case, primer, and propellant as the PGU-27series
cartridge. It has a black non-explosive projectile. Upon impact with a suitably hard target, the
aluminum nose cap is crushed and the internal plastic core is compressed creating a very high
internal pressure within the projectile. The resultant pressure increases until catastrophic failure
of the steel body occurs which in turn creates a lateral velocity of the projectile body fragments
as the projectile enters the target, causing damage. No explosive means are used in the
fragmentation of the projectile.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 20mm
Length: Total 6.6 in.
Weight: Total 0.56 lb.
Projectile 0.23 lb.
Explosive None
Fuze: None
Muzzle velocity: 3400 fps (nominal)
Weapon: Designed for the M61 Gun System
Platforms: F-15, F-16, F/A-18, F-22A
Contractor - Alliant Tech (ATK)
Status - Testing
Management:
PELE
17-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-27 Series Name: 20mm Target Practice
(TP) (20x102mm NATO)
Capability:
Target Practice (TP) cartridge designed for training. It can also be used as a kinetic energy
combat round to limit collateral damage potential.
Description:
The PGU-27 Series Target Practice (TP) cartridge uses a hollow steel projectile body with an
aluminum nose plug. It is ballistically matched to PGU-28 Series cartridge. Upon impact with a
target, the projectile transfers kinetic energy to the target. There is no incendiary or explosive
effect.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 20x102mm
Projectile 0.23 lb.
Explosive None
Fuze: None
Weapon: Designed for the M61Gun System

Status - Production
Management:
PGU-27/B and PGU-27A/B Target Practice Cartridge

17-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-28 Series Name: 20mm (SAPHEI)
(20x102mm NATO)
Capability:
Damage/destroy moving and stationary light armored vehicles and aircraft and suppress
personnel targets.
Description:
The PGU-28 Semi-Armor Piercing High Explosive Incendiary (SAPHEI) projectile is machined
from 15B27 steel bar stock and then hardened to improve performance against lightly armored
targets such as APCs and armored helicopters. It functions on impact, but is not fuzed. The
projectile consists of two incendiary compounds, High Explosive (HE), zirconium pellet, copper
rotating band, aluminum nose, and a support disk. The nose ignites the more energetic body
incendiary, which in turn, initiates the Composition A4 HE. The burning of the pyrotechnic
material produces a delay, allowing the projectile to penetrate into the target before detonation.
The HE reaction splinters the hardened steel body of the projectile and ignites the zirconium
pellet providing a long, persistent spark for improved capability to start fires.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 20x102mm
Projectile 0.23 lb.
Explosive 0.0228 lb.
Fuze: None
Muzzle velocity: 3410 ft/s (nominal)
Weapon: Designed for the M61 Gun System (also the M197-mm gun)
Contractor -
Status -
Management:
Projectile
Propellant
Primer
Incendiary
Zirconium Body
Main Incendiary
Pellet Explosive
PGU-28
17-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-30 Series Name: 20mm Target
Practice Tracer (TPT)
Capability:
20mm traced training round.
Description:
The PGU-30 Series Target Practice Tracer (TPT) Round has a blue non-explosive projectile
with red T markings. Upon impact with a target, the empty projectile enters the target, causing
damage. There is a tracer compound for a tracer effect.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 20mm
Projectile 0.23 lb.
Explosive none
Fuze: none
Weapon: Designed for the M61 Gun System

Status - Inventory
Management:

CARTRIDGE CASE
PROPELLANT PROJECTILE
NOSE PLUG
TRACER PELLETS
PGU-30
17-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-23/U Name: 25mm Target Practice
Capability:
Target Practice (TP) cartridge designed for training. It can also be used as a kinetic energy
combat round to limit collateral damage potential.
Description:
The PGU-23/U Target Practice (TP) cartridge uses a hollow steel/aluminum projectile body. It is
ballistically matched to PGU-25/U ammunition. Upon impact with a target, the projectile
transfers kinetic energy to the target. There is no incendiary or explosive effect.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 20x102mm
Weight: Total 1.09 lbs.
Projectile 1.09 lbs.
Explosive None
Fuze: None
Weapon: Designed for the GAU-12/U and GAU-22/A Gun Systems
Platforms: AC-130/U
F-35
AV-8/B
Status - Inventory
Management:
PGU-23/U
17-5 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-25/U Name: 25mm HEI (25x137mm NATO)
Capability:
Damage/destroy light materiel targets and incapacitate/suppress personnel targets.
Description:
The PGU-25/U High Explosive Incendiary (HEI) cartridge consists of a forged steel projectile
body loaded with aluminized RDX explosive, an M505 series fuze, a steel cartridge case, double
base Nitro Cellulose propellant, and a percussion primer. Upon impact with a target, the M505
series point detonating fuze functions the explosive train within 60 microseconds providing
fragmentation and incendiary effects.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 25mm
Length: Round 8.78 in.
Projectile .4 lb.
Explosive 30 grams PBXN-5
Fuze: M505A3 PD set SQ
Cartridge Case Material: Steel
Primer: M115
Weapon: Designed for the GAU-12/U gun
Platforms: AV-8/B
AC-130U
Status - Inventory
Management:
PGU-25/U
17-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-13/B Name: 30mm HEI (30x173mm NATO)
Capability:
Damage/destroy light materiel targets and incapacitate/suppress personnel targets.
Description:
The PGU-13/B High Explosive Incendiary (HEI) cartridge consists of a forged steel projectile
body loaded with aluminized RDX explosive, an M505 series fuze, an aluminum cartridge case,
double base Nitro Cellulose propellant, and a percussion primer. Upon impact with a target, the
M505 series point detonating fuze functions the explosive train within 60 microseconds
providing fragmentation and incendiary effects.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 30mm
Projectile 5.5 in.
Projectile .80 lb.
Explosive 0.0916 / 0.1019 lb.
Fuze: M505 series
Cartridge Case Material: Aluminum
Primer: M36A2 Percussion
Muzzle velocity: 3346 fps
Weapon: Designed primarily for GAU-8/A Gun System and the Navy Goalkeeper ship system
Platforms: A-10, AC-130/U (clipped/linked) for MK44 Gun system

Contractor -
Status -
Management:
PGU-13/B
17-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-14A/B Name: 30mm API (30x173mm NATO)
Capability:
Destroy moving or stationary tanks, armored personnel carriers and other armored targets.
Description:
The PGU-14A/B Armor Piercing Incendiary (API) - Kinetic energy projectile is used against
armored targets. The PGU-14A/B API Armor Piercing Incendiary round has a lightweight body
which contains a sub-caliber high density penetrator of Depleted Uranium (DU). In addition to its
penetrating capability DU is a natural pyrophoric material which enhances the incendiary effects.
This round is effective against tanks and personnel carriers. The projectile is made up of four
parts: an aluminum body or pusher, glass-reinforced nylon rotating band, DU rod penetrator,
and aluminum windshield. The projectile has no fuze; its penetration depends on the shape of
the penetrator, KE of the round, and grazing angle at impact.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 30mm
Projectile 5.5 in.
Projectile .94 lb.
Fuze: None
Weapon: Designed primarily for GAU-8/A Gun System

Platforms: A/OA-10A

Contractor -
Status -
Management:
PGU-14A/B
17-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-15/B Name: 30mm Target Practice
Capability:
The Target Practice (TP) cartridge is designed for training. It can also be used as a kinetic
energy combat round to limit collateral damage potential.
Description:
The PGU-15/B Target Practice (TP) uses a hollow steel/aluminum projectile body. It is
ballistically matched to PGU-13/B ammunition. Upon impact with a target, the projectile
transfers kinetic energy to the target. There is no incendiary or explosive effect.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 30mm
Projectile .83 lb.
Fuze: None
Weapon: Designed primarily for GAU-8/A Gun System
Platforms: A/OA-10A

Contractor -
Status -
Management:
PGU-15/B
17-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-9C/B Name: 40mm HEI-P (L-60 NATO)
Capability:
Damage/destroy light materiel targets and incapacitate/suppress personnel targets. It can also
be used for target spotting/marking.
Description:
The 40-mm PGU-9C/B High Explosive Incendiary-Plugged (HEI-P) (Zirconium) cartridge
consists of a steel case, propellant charge, an approximately 1.9 pound steel projectile body,
zirconium liner, Composition A6 explosive charge and FMU-154 /B fuze. It was specifically
developed for the AC-130 to increase fire-starting capability while maintaining adequate
fragmentation for use against personnel. Each projectile will produce approximately 1,000
fragments with an average weight of 0.5 grams.
Characteristics:
Caliber: 40mm
Projectile 7.2 in.
Cartridge 12.2 in.
Diameter: 1.6 in.
Projectile 1.9 lbs.
Cartridge 4.6 lbs.
Explosive 0.22 lb.
Fuze: FMU-154/B and FMU-154A/B
Cartridge Case Material: Steel or brass
Weapon: Used with M2A1 (modified) 40mm automatic gun
Platform: AC-130

Contractor -
Status -
Management:
PGU-9C/B
17-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-43/B Name: 105mm Training Practice (TP)
Capability:
PGU-43/B Practice cartridge is designed to enhance safety in the training environment, and still
provide an impact signature that can be seen on the gunship sensors. It can also be used as a
kinetic energy combat round to limit collateral damage potential. Upon impact with a target, the
projectile transfers kinetic and chemical energy to the target.
Description:
The 105mm inert PGU-43/B Practice cartridge with Live Supplementary Charge was modified
from the semi-fixed to fixed configuration for use on the AC-130 Gunship. The PGU-43/B
Practice cartridge is similar to the inert M1 Cartridge, except the inert PGU-43/B consists of a
CYU-1/B brass cartridge case. The PGU-43/B is the inert target practice version which utilizes
the less expensive M739A1 fuze.
Characteristics:
NSN - 1315-01-472-1854 DODAC: CA22
Caliber: 105mm
Projectile 15.3 in.
Diameter 4.13 in.
Fuze: 1.5 lbs.
Case/Prop 6.0 lb.
Explosive 0.3 lb.
Fuze: M739A1
Cartridge Case Material: Brass
Weapon System: 105mm (MOD) M137 Howitzer
Platform: AC-130H, AC-130U
Contractor - LAP - GD-OTS (Canada)
Status - Production
Management: U.S. Army TACOM-ARDEC Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
Technical Order:
11A13-13-7 - 105mm Airborne Artillery Ammunition
105mm PGU-43/B TP
17-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-44/B Name: 105mm High Explosive (HE)
Capability:
It is used for conventional fire support for Harassment and Interdiction (H&I), fragmentation,
mining, and blast effect. It can damage/destroy light-medium materiel targets and
incapacitate/suppress personnel targets and breach structures and obstacles.
Description:
Used in the Air Force Special Operation Command (AFSOC) AC130 Gun Ships, the 105MM
PGU-44/B is a fixed round. It consists of the refurbished/modified Army M1 Projectile assembly
crimped on the CYU-1/B brass cartridge case at the loading to allow for safety and handling
concerns. The PGU-44/B is fuzed with an FMU-153/B PD/Delay fuze. The contractor is
required to inspect, x-ray projectile, replace prop charge, rework as necessary and crimp
acceptable M1(Army) semi-fixed rounds to become the PGU-44/B. The PGU-44/B program
uses the CYU-1B brass cartridge case, the M28A2 primer, and the M67 prop charge.
Characteristics:
NSN - 1315-01-515-6269 DODAC: CA34
Type - HE
Caliber: 105mm
Length - Round 31.07 in.
Projectile 15.3 in.
Diameter 4.13 in.
Weight - Total 46.0 lbs.
Projectile 32.4 lbs. Fuze: 3.233 lbs.
Case/Prop 6.0 lbs. Explosive: 5.0 lbs.
Body Material - Forged Steel
Color - Black with yellow markings
Explosive - 4.8 lbs. TNT; 5 lbs. Comp B
Maximum Propelling Charge Compatibility - M67 (Zone 7)
Maximum Range - 11.5 Km
Fuze - FMU-153/B
Cartridge Case Material - Brass
Contractor - LAP - GD-OTS (Canada)
Status - Inventory (USAF)
Technical Order: 11A13-13-7 - 105mm Airborne Artillery Ammunition
105mm PGU-44/B HE (USAF)
17-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: PGU-45/B Name: 105mm HE/HF
Capability:
Incapacitate/suppress personnel targets and damage/destroy light material targets.
Description:
The 105mm High Explosive/High Fragmentation (HE/HF) PGU-45/B cartridge consists of a
forged HF-1 steel projectile, specifically heat treated to produce multiple fragments appropriately
sized to incapacitate personnel targets. The round was modified from semi-fixed to fixed
configuration for use on the AC-130 Gunship. The projectile contains approximately five pounds
of Comp B explosive fill, a CYU-1/B brass cartridge case, M67 propellant charge, M28 Primer &
Flash Tube, and a radar proximity FMU-160/B fuze. Each projectile will produce approximately
13,000 fragments upon detonation. The FMU-160/B fuze is factory set for a 15 foot above
ground level height of burst. The FMU-160/B does not employ a selectable Point Detonating
(PD) feature, but will function in the PD mode if the proximity mode fails.
Characteristics:
NSN: 1315-01-514-8595 DODAC: CA33
Caliber: 105mm
Projectile 15.3 in.
Diameter 4.13 in.
Fuze 1.5 lbs.
Case/Prop 6.0 lbs.
Explosive 5.0 lbs.
Fuze: FMU-160/B
Weapon System: 105mm HE/HF (MOD)/M137 Howitzer
Contractor -
Status - Production
Management:
Technical Order: 11A13-13-7 - 105mm Airborne Artillery Ammunition
Primer,
Percussion
FMU-160/B
Comp B
CYU-1/B
Charge, Propelling
PGU-45/B
17-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-160/B Name: Proximity Fuze
Capability:
Used with 105mm PGU-45B for 15 foot Height of Burst (HOB).
Description:
The FMU-160/B Fuze is an RF Proximity Fuze with a Point Detonating (PD) backup. Designed
specifically for use on the AC-130 Gunship, the fuze is factory set to provide a 15-foot height of
burst to optimize the lethality of the 105mm High Fragmentation (HF) PGU-45B Cartridge.
There are no switches or manual settings for the fuze. Its shape conforms to MIL-STD -333
Short Intrusion Fuzes except for slightly deeper wrench slots. Wrench slot depth is the same as
the M557 Fuze so that the current fuze wrenches and PA-71 Storage Tube C-washers (Stop,
Packing, Hardened, drawing 9243287 -1) are compatible with the FMU-160/B. The fuze
consists of a radome, sleeve, MK41 Safe & Arm (S&A) Assembly, lead block assembly, reserve
energizer (battery) and electronics assembly.
Characteristics: Weight: 1.8 pounds

Contractor - KDI
Status - Inventory
Management:
U.S. Army TACOM-ARDEC Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
Technical Order:
17-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: FMU-153/B Name: Fuze Point Detonating (PD)
Capability:
Used with 105mm HE M1 (MOD) for detonation with target on impact.
Description:
The FMU-153 PD (HIP) Fuze is threaded onto the front of a steel projectile uses an MK49 MOD
2 Safe and Arm (S&A) mechanism for inbore and close aboard safety. The Fuze is designed
with a hardened improved body so that the projectile will penetrate upon impact. An aluminum
head is threaded onto the front of the fuze. Part of the head is a flat aluminum rain shield that
protects the firing pin. The hardened body, located behind the head, is made of a stress proof
material, and consists of the MK25 stab detonator, MK29 relay detonator, and MK50 relay
detonator in the S&A. The arming sequence begins after firing when the projectile is subjected
to both setback and spin simultaneously. The NO ARM spin rate is 1000 ROM; and 25-30
rotations completed for arming.

Contractor -
Status -
Management:
Technical Order:
17-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: M739A1 Name: Fuze Point Detonating (PD)/Delay
Capability:
Used with 105mm PGU-45B for detonation with target on impact.
Description:
The M739 series Fuzes are the latest improved version of selective impact fuzes. The Fuze
body is a one-piece design of solid aluminum and has a standard 2-inch threaded base to match
the projectile nose and fuze cavity. The firing pin and detonator assembly is located below the
rain insensitive sleeve and provides the super quick action on impact. The firing pin is held in
position by a firing pin support which prevents initiation of the M99 Stab Detonator until impact.
The M739A1 fuze contains an Impact Delay Module (IDM) assembly instead of the M1 Delay
Plunger Assembly.

Contractor -
Status -
Management:
Technical Order:
17-16 FOUO
CHAPTER EIGHTEEN
1 June 2009
AIRCRAFT ROCKET SYSTEMS

2.75-INCH AND 5.0-INCH

Nomenclature: MK 66 Name: 2.75-inch Rocket Motor
Capability:
Description:
The 2.75 inch Folding Fin Aerial Rocket (FFAR) system was designed by the U.S. Navy after
World War II to replace the 5 inch rocket system. It fills a variety of roles against a wide
spectrum of targets. The MK 66 2.75 inch rocket motor was designed to provide a common
2.75-inch motor for helicopters and high performance aircraft. The motor tube is impact
extruded from aluminum stock and has an integral forward bulkhead. Fins are spring-activated
to open and lock on launch. The MK 66 Mod 4 motor is an improvement on the MK66 and is tri-
service compatible. Changes include a new E3 filtering system located under the contact band,
a new initiator, a new igniter, and a new stabilizing rod and attachment assembly. The new
ignition mechanism reduces variations in ignition delay time. The bare MK 66 Mod 4 motor is
considered Hazards and Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance (HERO) safe without special
precautions. The MK 66 Mod 4 motor is also considered safe in Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
environments. Lighter weight launchers have replaced the older models while allowing more
rockets to be carried. Selectable and programmable fuze options are now available through
rocket management and control systems from various aircraft cockpits. Multiple types of
warheads provide a solution to many tactical situations within the battle area. To better depict
the varied capabilities within the large selection of warheads available, an additional
identification, or name, is now associated with the 2.75 inch rocket weapon system, Hydra 70.
The word Hydra refers to the nine-headed serpent of Greek mythology, the 70 indicates the
number of millimeters when converted from 2.75 inches.
Characteristics:
Air Force CRD Weapons Code:
R21AA ROCKET 2.75 HE HEAVY W/MK66 Z75TA ROCKET 2.75 TRAINING
R41AA ROCKET 2.75 ILLUM W/MK66 R31AA ROCKET 2.75 WP W/MK66
R41BA ROCKET 2.75 IR ILLUM W/MK66 Z75PA ROCKET, DUMMY 2.75
Z75TB ROCKET 2.75 SIGNATURE PRACTICE SZTCA STAMP FAC ROCKETS
DODIC/NALC Warhead/Fuze Motor Pack Qty User

HA03 N/A Mk66 Mod 2 Mk 1 Mod 0 4 Navy
Class - Air launched Rocket

Dimensions:
Length (in.) - 41.7 (without warhead)
Speed - 1,000 m/s
Range - 10,000 meters
18-1 FOUO
Propellant - NOSIH AA2
- Type - Extruded Double Base, Ethylcellulose Inhibited, Cartridge Loaded
- Weight - 7 lbs.
- Configuration - 8 point internal burning star
Performance at 77o F:
Burn Time - 1.05 - 1.10 sec.
Average Thrust - 1300 -1370 lbs.
Impulse - 1500 lb./sec.
Motor Burnout:
Range - 1300 ft (397 m)
Velocity - 2425 fps
Launch:
Spin rate - 10rps
Exit velocity - 148 fps
Range - maximum at QE 43o
w/MPSM warhead - 11,407 yd (10,426 m)
Color - White with Brown Band and Black Lettering
Carriage Options:
A-10 LAU-68A/A, LAU-68B/A, LAU-131/A
F-16A-D LAU-68A/A, LAU-68B/A, LAU-131/A
AH-1W and AH-1Z Super Cobra LAU-68D/A, LAU-61C/A
UH-1N and UH-1Y Huey LAU-68D/A, LAU-61C/A
AV-8B LAU-68D/A, LAU-61C/A
F/A-18 LAU-68D/A, LAU-61C/A
AH-6 Little Bird M260, M261
AH-64A Apache M260, M261
AH-64D Apache Longbow M260, M261
OH-58D Kiowa Warrior M260, M261
UH-1N M260, M261
MH-60 Defense Armored M260, M261
Penetrator (DAP)
Armed Reconnaissance M260
Helicopter (ARH)
The 2.75-Inch Rocket Systems Includes the Following Items:
Unitary Warheads
- M274 Training Warhead, Smoke Signature
- M151 HE (10 lb.) Warhead with M423 Point Detonating (PD) Fuze
- M229 HE (17 lb.) Warhead with M423 PD Fuze
- M278 IR Illumination Warhead with M442 Motor Burn Out (MBO) Fuze
- M257 Illuminating Warhead with M442 MBO Fuze
- WTU-1/B Training Warhead
- M156 Smoke, White Phosphorous Warhead with M427 PD Fuze
18-2 FOUO
Cargo Warheads
- M267 MPSM Training Warhead, Smoke Signature with M439 RS Fuze
- M261 MPSM HE Warhead with M439 RS Fuze
- M255A1 Flechette Warhead with M439 RS Fuze
- M264 Red Phosphorous Smoke Screening Warhead with M439 RS Fuze
Rocket Motors
- Mk 66 Rocket Motor, Mod 1, 2, 3 and 4
- Mk 4/40 Rocket Motor (No longer produced)
2.75-Inch Rocket Launchers
- M260 - 7 Tube Light Weight Launcher (Army)
- M261 - 19 Tube Light Weight Launcher (Army)
- LAU 68 D/A - 7 Tube Launcher (Navy)
- LAU 61 C/A - 19 Tube Launcher (Navy)
- LAU 68 A/A, LAU 68 B/A and LAU 131 A - 7 Tube Launcher (Air Force)
Status - Inventory
Improvements - Insensitive Munitions
Joint Attack Munition Systems Project Office, Redstone Arsenal, AL
MK 66 Rocket Motor
18-3 FOUO
Hydra - 70 Payloads
Navy/Marine Corps 2.75-Inch Rocket System
1. LAU-68/D/A Rocket Launcher (7 round)
2. MK III Rocket Launcher Tester
3, LAU-61C/A Rocket Launcher (19 round)
4. MK 66 Rocket Motor
5. WTU-1/B Training/M151 High Explosive Warhead
6. M257 Illumination Warhead
7. MK 67 Red Phosphorous (smoke) Warhead
8. M156 White Phosphorous (smoke) Warhead
9. M156 White Phosphorous (smoke) Warhead
18-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: M423/M427 Name: Point Detonating (PD) Fuze
Description:
The M423 and M427 PD fuzes are an oblique sensitive, point-detonating, super-quick fuze used
as a common component with the M151 warhead. The safety and arming device forward of the
booster housing contains an unbalanced rotor. Upon acceleration of the rocket at firing, a
weight setback occurs in the unbalance rotor assembly that houses the primer and detonator.
This set back places the fuze into an armed condition when the rocket has traveled
approximately 43 to 92 meters from the launcher. Externally the M427 PD fuze is identical to
the M423 fuze. The M427 differs from the M423 in that its internal construction is designed to
produce the longer arming time and arming distance required for launch from fixed-wing aircraft.
Characteristics:
Fuze:
Model - M423/M427
Type - Mechanical, Point Detonating
Weight - 0.75 lbs.
Length (total) - 4.0 in.
Explosive Train:
Primer - Stab M104
Detonator - M85
Lead - RDX
Booster - RDX
Explosive weight - 8.4g
Arming Distance:
M423 - 46.9 - 101 yards (43 - 92 meters)
M427 - 220 - 396 yards (200 - 360 meters)
Color:
Body - Green
Markings - Yellow
M423/M427 Point Detonating (PD) Fuze
18-5 FOUO
Nomenclature: M439 RC Name: Variable Time Delay,
Remotely Settable Fuze
Description:
This electronic time fuze is a base mounted, electronic variable time delay fuze utilizing a
resistance capacitance delay circuit. It is a remote set airburst fuze providing a variable range
from 500 to 7,200 meters. The fuze is remotely set and charged in the cockpit through an
umbilical assembly that is run through the warhead and connected externally to the rocket
launcher. The safe and arming (S&A) mechanism prevents the fuze from being charged if it is
in the partially armed or fully armed position. The fuze does not have an internal battery;
instead the remote fuze setter in the aircraft supplies energy at the time of fuze setting. The
energy stored in the capacitor will operate the electronic timer and fire the M84 electronic
detonator. The charging cycle takes place approximately 50 milliseconds prior to rocket motor
firing. The fuze begins timing at first motion of the rocket and will function at the prescribed
time.
Note: If the fuze is set and the motor fails to ignite, it may be loaded into another tube and fired.
The fuze may be set a second time; however, it will function longer than set time and should not
be used for accurate measurements. For accuracy, 10 days should elapse before resetting. If
the fuze has been charged, fired, and duds, it will take approximately 45 days for the charge to
decay so that the fuze is safe.
Characteristics:
Fuze:
Model - M439
Type - Electronic, Resistance-Capacitance Time Delay
Detonator - M84
Weight - 0.4 lbs.
Length - 2.77 in.
Arming Distance - 105.6 to 138.6 yd (96 to 126 meters)
Delay - 0 to 25 seconds
M439 RC, Variable Time Delay

Remotely Settable Fuze
18-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: M442 Name: Fuze
Description:
This fuze is used with the M257 illumination and M278 IR illumination warheads. The fuze
mechanically arms at rocket motor burnout at which time a pre-set nine second pyrotechnic
delay is initiated. After the delay, the warhead airburst functions, deploying the illumination
candle.
Characteristics:
Fuze:
Model - M442
Type - Motor Burn Out
Stab Primer - PA515
Weight - 0.72 lbs.
Length- 3.88 in.
Delay - 8-10 seconds, pyrotechnic
M442 Fuze
18-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: M151 Name: HE Warhead
Capability:
Attack troops, materiel and lightly armored and wheeled vehicles.
Description:
The M151 HE Warhead is a 10-pound high explosive anti-personnel, anti-materiel warhead and
is traditionally referred to as the 10-Pounder. The bursting radius is 10 meters; however, high
velocity fragments can produce a lethality radius in excess of 50 meters. The nose section is
constructed of malleable cast iron that is treaded to receive the fuze. The base section is
constructed of steel or cast iron and is threaded so that it can be attached to the rocket motor.
The base section and rocket motor are welded together. Total weight of the loaded, unfuzed
warhead is 8.7 pounds, of which 2.3 pounds is Composition B4. The M151 can use
M423/M427 point detonating or M433 Resistance Capacitance fuzes.
Characteristics:
H583 M151 HE/M423 PD Mk66 Mod 3 Fastpack 48 Army
HA12 M151 HE/M423 PD Mk66 Mod 4 Fastpack 48 Army
H583 M151 HE/M423 PD Mk66 Mod 3 Wood 4 Army
HA12 M151 HE/M423 PD Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 4 Army
H163 M151 HE/M423 PD Mk66 Mod 1 Wood 4 SOF
H842 M151 HE/M427 PD N/A Wood 4 Navy/USAF
H843 M151 HE/M423 PD N/A Wood 4 Navy
Warhead - High Explosive
Fuze - M423, M427, or M433
Weight (fuzed) - 9.3 lbs.
Length (w/o fuze) - 12.9 in.
Body material - Pearlitic or ferritic malleable iron
Filler - Comp B4
Weight - 2.3 lbs. (1.04 kg)
Color - Body Olive drab with Yellow Markings
M151 HE Warhead
18-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: WTU-1/B Name: Training Warhead
Capability:
Training round.
Description:
The WTU-1/B provides a ballistic match for the M151 HE warhead. The WTU-1/B is utilized by
the Navy and Air Force for training. The WTU-1/B weighs 9.4 pounds.
Characteristics:
DODIC Warhead/Fuze Motor Pack Qty User
HA23 WTU-1/B Practice N/A Wood 4 Navy
H663 WTU-1/B Practice N/A Wood 12 Navy
H663 WTU-1/B Practice N/A Wood 48 USAF
Warhead - 2.75 inch Practice
Weight - 9.4 lbs.
Length - 16.04 ins.
Body material - Iron
Color - Blue with White markings
WTU-1/B Practice Warhead
18-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: M274 Name: Smoke Signature
Training Warhead
Capability:
Training Warhead.
Description:
The M274 smoke signature training warhead provides a ballistic match for the M151 HE
warhead. The casing is a modified WTU-1/B with vent holes. A modified M423 fuze
mechanism is integral to the warhead. A cylindrical cartridge assembly in the forward section of
the casing contains 40 grams of potassium perchlorate and aluminum powder that provides a
“flash, bang and smoke” signature. The M274 weighs 9.3 pounds.
Characteristics:
H975 M274 Sig Prac Mk66 Mod 3 Fastpack 48 Army
HA13 M274 Sig Prac Mk66 Mod 4 Fastpack 48 Army
H975 M274 Sig Prac Mk66 Mod 3 Wood 4 Army
HA13 M274 Sig Prac Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 4 Army
Warhead - Smoke signature, training

Safe and Arm (S&A) Device - M423
Primer - M104
Detonator - M85
Weight - 9.3 lbs.
Length - 19.04 ins.
Body material - Iron
Filler - Potassium Perchlorate/Aluminum Powder
Weight - 39.5 gr.
Color - Blue with White markings and Brown band
M274 Training (Smoke) Warhead
18-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: M229 Name: HE Warhead
Capability:
Attack troops, materiel, and lightly armored and wheeled vehicles.
Description:
The M229 HE warhead is currently in inventory with SOF. An elongated version of the M151, it
is commonly referred to as the 17-Pounder. The M229 has a burst radius of 15+ meters with a
lethality radius of approximately 75 meters. The filler consists of 4.8 pounds of Composition B4
and can use M423 or M433 fuzes. Its unfuzed weight is 26.4 pounds.
Characteristics:
HA09 M229 HE/M423 PD Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 4 SOF
Warhead - High explosive

Fuze - M423 and M433
Length (w/o fuze) - 23.03 in.
Body material - Pearlitic or ferric malleable iron
Filler - Comp B4
Weight - 4.8 lbs. (2.18 kg)
Color - Olive drab with Yellow Markings
M229 HE Warhead
18-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: M257 Name: Illumination Warhead
Capability:
Battlefield target illumination.
Description:
The M257 warhead is designed for battlefield target illumination. The flare warhead is
assembled to the rocket motor in the field. The flare and rocket can be launched from either
rotary-wing or fixed-wing aircraft. The M257 provides 1M foot candles for 3 minutes and will
illuminate approximately 1 square mile. The M257 warhead uses the M442 motor burnout fuze.
This fuze functions at a preset range to deploy the candle at approximately 3500 m from launch
with the Mk40 motor and 3.5 km from launch with the Mk66 motor.
Characteristics:
H183 M257 Ill Flare/M442 Mk66 Mod 3 Wood 6 Army
HA18 M257 Ill Flare/M442 Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 6 Army
H812 M257 Ill Flare/M442 N/A PA92 4 Navy
H812 M257 Ill Flare/M442 N/A PA92 4 USAF
H813 M257 Ill Flare/M442 N/A PA92 4 Navy
Warhead - Illumination Flare

Fuze - M442 Motor Burn Out
Weight - 11.0 lbs.
Length - 31.5 in.
Body material - Aluminum
Filler - Magnesium Sodium Nitrate
Weight - 5.44 lbs. (2.47 kg)
Color - Olive drab with White Markings
M257 Illumination Warhead
18-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: M278 Name: Infrared (IR)
Illumination Warhead
Capability:
Battlefield target illumination.
Description:
The M278 IR illumination warhead is designed for battlefield target illumination in conjunction
with infrared (IR) goggles. The warhead is assembled to the Mk66 rocket motor in the field.
The M278 provides an average near IR light output of 250 watts/steradian and less than one
K-candle power of visible light. The IR flare will provide IR light for 3 minutes. Time to candle
ignition from launch is 13.5 seconds
Characteristics:
H183 M257 Ill Flare/M442 Mk66 Mod 3 Wood 6 Army
H154 M278 IR Flare/M442 Mk66 Mod 2 Wood 3 SOF
HA10 M278 IR Flare/M442 Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 3 SOF/Army
HA06 M278 IR Flare/M442 N/A PA92 4 Navy
HA06 M278 IR Flare/M442 N/A Wood 6 USAF
Warhead - IR Flare
Fuze - M442 Motor Burn Out
Weight - 11.0 lbs.
Length - 31.64 ins.
Filler - DQL-152 (proprietary right)
Weight - 1980 g.
Color - Black with White Markings
M278 IR Illumination Warhead
18-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: M261 Name: HE Multi-Purpose
Sub-munition (MPSM)
Capability:
Attack troops, materiel, and lightly armored and wheeled vehicles.
Description:
The MPSM HE warhead provides improved lethal effectiveness against area targets such as
light armor, wheeled vehicles, materiel, and personnel. It has a plastic nose cone assembly, an
aluminum warhead case, an integral fuze, an expulsion charge, and nine M73 sub-munitions.
The primary warhead fuze (M439) is remotely set with the ARCS, MFD or RMS to provide range
(time of flight) from 500 meters to approximately 7000 meters. On the AH-1 the RMS is
programmable only from 700 meters to 6900 meters. Initial forward motion of the rocket at
firing initiates fuze timing. At fuze time at a point before and above the target, depending on the
launch angle and range, the expulsion charge is initiated. The MPSMs are separated by
ejection, and arming occurs when the Ram Air Decelerator (RAD) deploys. The RAD virtually
stops forward velocity and stabilizes the decent of the SM. An M230 omni-directional fuze with
an M55 detonator is used on each SM and is designed to function regardless of impact angle
Each SM has a steel body that has a 3.2-ounce shaped charge of Composition B for armor
penetration in excess of four inches of Rolled Homogeneous Steel (RHA). The SM is internally
scored to optimize fragments against personnel and materiel. Upon detonation, the shaped
charge penetrates in line with its axis and the SM body explodes into high velocity fragments
(approximately 195 at 10 grains each up to 5,000 feet per second) to defeat soft targets. The
fuzed weight of the M261 is 13.6 pounds.
Characteristics:
H165 M261 MPSM HE/M439 Mk66 Mod 3 Fastpack 48 Army
HA14 M261 MPSM HE/M439 Mk66 Mod 4 Fastpack 48 Army
H165 M261 MPSM HE/M439 Mk66 Mod 3 Wood 4 Army
HA14 M261 MPSM HE/M439 Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 4 Army
Warhead - Cargo, High Explosive

Fuze - M439 Remote Set
- Weight (fuzed) - 13.5 lbs.
Length - 26.86 ins.
Filler - 9 ea. M73 HE multi-purpose sub-munitions (MPSM)
Color - Olive Drab with Yellow Markings and yellow band
The M-73 HE multi-purpose sub-munition consists of a full caliber, cylindrical tapered steel
casing, pres-cored internally for controlled fragmentation, a RAD device for arming, orientation
and stabilization, a truncated shaped charge liner, wave shaper and the M230 omni-directional
o
fuze with explosive train. The kill mechanism is a truncated sub-caliber, 44 included angle,
shaped charge copper liner 33.02mm (1.3 in.) high. The sub-munition detonation is initiated by
the M230 fuze that is armed by the action of the RAD on ejection from the warhead.
18-14 FOUO
Payload - nine each Model M73 HE Multi-purpose sub-munitions (MPSM)
Detonator - M55
Weight - Each M73 MPSM - 1.2 lbs.
- Total Weight of 9 M73 - 10.8 lbs.
Filler - Comp B
Each - 0.2 lbs.
Total of 9 M73 - 1.8 lbs.
M261 HE MPSM Warhead
18-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: M267 Name: Multi-Purpose Sub-munition
(MPSM) Smoke Signature (Training)
Capability:
Training Warhead.
Description:
The M267 MPSM training warhead operationally, physically, and ballistically matches the M261
HE warhead. Three M75 practice MPSMs and six inert SM load simulators take the place of
nine HE sub-munitions in the M261 warhead. Like the M274, the practice MPSMs contain
pyrotechnic powder that provides a “flash, bang and smoke” signature. Each of the three
practice MPSMs contains approximately 14 grams (0.6 ounces) of pyrotechnic powder. An
M231 fuze with an M55 detonator is used with the practice MPSMs.
Characteristics:
H974 M267 MPSM Prac/M439 Mk66 Mod 3 Fastpack 48 Army
HA17 M267 MPSM Prac/M439 Mk66 Mod 4 Fastpack 48 Army
H974 M267 MPSM Prac/M439 Mk66 Mod 3 Wood 4 Army
HA17 M267 MPSM Prac/M439 Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 4 Army
Warhead - Cargo, Smoke Signature, Training

Fuze - M439 Remote Set
Weight (Fuzed) - 3.6 lbs.
Length - 26.86 in.
Body Material - Aluminum
Filler - 3 M75 Sub-Munitions and 6 Inert Simulators
Color - Blue with White Markings and Brown Band
The M75 Sub-Munition (SM) consists of a steel body with a smoke signature flash charge. The
body has the identical outside configuration as the M73 HE sub-munition. However, the wall is
thicker and is machined out so the finished sub-munition with smoke capsule has the same
weight and center of gravity as the loaded HE sub-munition. The smoke/flash charge consists
of 14 grams of a mixture of potassium perchlorate and aluminum powder. The M55 detonator
in the M231 Omni-directional fuze ignites the charge. The M231 fuze is identical to the M230
fuze except there is no explosive lead, no booster pellet, and no wave shaper. The smoke
capsule is located directly below the fire hole of the fuze.
Payload - 3 M75 Practice SM

Detonator - M55
Weight -
Each - 1.2 lbs.
Total (9 (3 M75 SM w/6 inert simulators)) - 10.8 lbs.
Filler - Aluminum Powder & Potassium Perchlorate
Each - 0.04 lbs. (14 g)
Total (3 M75 SM) - 0.12 lbs. (42 g)
18-16 FOUO
M267 MPSM Training Warhead
18-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: M255A1 Name: Flechette Warhead
Capability:
Attack enemy personnel.
Description:
The M255A1 flechette warhead is primarily for antipersonnel operations. This warhead
contains 1,179 sixty-grain hardened steel flechettes and uses the M439 Remote Set fuze. A full
material release has been issued for use by Army Aviation units effective July 2006.
Characteristics:
H462 M255A1 Flechette/M439 Mk66 Mod 2 Wood 4 SOF
HA11 M255A1 Flechette/M439 Mk66 Mod 4 Wood 4 SOF/Army
Warhead - Flechette
Fuze - M439 RS
Length - 26.92 in.
Filler - 1,179 ea. 60 grain hardened steel flechettes
Color - Olive Drab with White Markings and Band of White Diamonds
M255A1 Flechette Warhead
18-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: M264 Name: Smoke, Red Phosphorous
Capability:
Provide Battlefield Smoke Screen for Friendly Forces.
Description:
The M264 is designed to provide longer standoff range and integration with the range settable
M439 RS fuze. The warhead consists of a plastic nose cone, aluminum warhead case; a
remote set primary fuze with an umbilical cable, an expulsion charge, and 72 wedges of Red
Phosphorous (RP). The RP is more stable and has improved performance as a screening
agent during hot temperature conditions. When deployed the screen effect from 14 rockets will
establish a concentration of smoke across a 300 to 400 meter front for 5 minutes. Full
screening will be accomplished within 60 seconds after warhead initiation.
Characteristics:
H184 M264 RP Smoke/M439 Mk66 Mod 3 Fastpack 4 Army
HA15 M264 RP Smoke/M439 Mk66 Mod 4 Fastpack 4 Army
Warhead - Cargo, Smoke Generating

Fuze - M439 RS
Length - 26.92 in.
Filler - 72 Red Phosphorous Pellets
Weight - 5 lbs. (approximately)
Color - Light Green with Black Markings and one Brown Band
M264 Red Phosphorous Warhead
18-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: M156 Name: White Phosphorous (WP)
Capability:
Mark Targets and set targets on fire.
Description:
The M156 White Phosphorous (WP) warhead consists of a steel body, a base, and an adapter,
brazed together. The base is an extruded steel cup threaded for attachment to the rocket
motor. The steel adapter, at the forward end of the warhead, is threaded to receive the fuze
and also serves to retain the burster charge tube.
The M156 WP warhead is primarily used for target marking and incendiary purposes. It
ballistically matches the M151 and is of similar construction. Filler for the M156 is 2.2 pounds of
white phosphorous. A burster tube, with a charge of 85 grams of Composition B, extends into
white phosphorus charge. A lead-in explosive in the fuze, consisting of a 97 mg pellet of RDX,
ignites the booster pellet, also in the fuze. The booster pellet, in turn, detonates the burster
charge. On detonation, the high explosive ruptures the warhead, dispersing the white
phosphorous, generating a white smoke cloud. It provides a smoke marking signal for
approximately 2 minutes depending upon wind conditions. The M156 can be used effectively
for target marking in open dry terrain and in jungle terrain. The approximate weight of the fuzed
warhead is 9.7 pounds. The M156 WP warhead uses M423 and M427 point detonating fuzes.
Characteristics:
H519 M156 WP Smoke/M423 Mk40 Wood 4 Army
H855 M156 WP Smoke/M427 N/A Wood 4 USAF
M156 Smoke, White Phosphorous
18-20 FOUO
Nomenclature: Mk 146 Mod 0 Name: HE Frag Warhead
Capability:
Attack troops, materiel and lightly armored and wheeled vehicles.
Description:
The Mk 149 Mod 0 is a HE-Frag warhead will be in inventory with Navy/Marine Corps. The
warhead is an extended-length M151 warhead that contains insensitive explosives and a
venting system that have been shown to significantly improve its insensitive munitions
response. The Mk 146 Mod 0 has a burst radius of 15+ meters with a lethality radius of
approximately 75 meters. The filler consists of 4.8 pounds of PBXN-110 and uses the Mk 436
Mod 0 Fuze.
Characteristics:
HA33 MK 146 Mod 0/Mk 436 Mod 0 Mk 66 Series PA-92 4 Navy/MC
Warhead - High explosive Frag

Fuze - Mk 436 Mod 0
Length (w/Mk 436 Mod 0 Fuze) - 26.02 in.
Body material - Pearlitic or ferric malleable iron
Filler - PBXN-110
Weight - 4.3 lbs.
Color - Olive drab with Yellow Markings
Mk 146 Mod 0 HE Fragmentation Warhead
18-21 FOUO
Nomenclature: WDU-4A/A Name: Flechette Warhead
Capability:
Attack enemy personnel or lightly armored targets.
Description:
The WDU-4A/A flechette warhead is used against personnel and lightly armored target
operations. This warhead contains hardened steel flechettes and uses the Model M113A Self
contained Fuzing Mechanism. A small propellant charge in the warhead expels the flechettes
after motor burn out. Target damage is caused by impact of high velocity flechettes.
Characteristics:
HY71 WDU-4A/A Mk66 Series Metal 6 Navy/Marine Corps
Warhead - Flechette
Fuze - Model M113
Weight - 9.30 lbs.
Length - 26.02 in.
Filler - 2,220 ea. 20 grain hardened steel flechettes
Color - Olive Drab with White Markings
WEIGHT
SHEAR PIN MODEL
(1 OF 3) FLECHETTE CASE PUSHER 113A
PLATE FUZE
WDU-4A/A Flechette Warhead Configuration
18-22 FOUO
Nomenclature: MK 71 Name: Zuni Rocket
Capability:
Attack soft fragment sensitive targets, troops, POL, radars, and aircraft in the open as well as
armored vehicles and bunkers. The MK 71 is also used to mark ground targets.
Description:
The unguided Zuni Folding Fin Aerial Rocket (FFAR) was designed by the US Navy for air-to-
surface and air-to-air applications. It can be fired from fixed-wing and rotary-winged aircraft.
The steel nozzle expansion cone contains flutes that cause the rocket to spin during burn, thus
stabilizing it at all launch velocities. The MK 71 Mods 1 and 2 rocket motors are used in all
configurations of the Zuni FFAR, where as the type of fuze and warhead combination is
determined by mission requirement. MK 71 rocket motors consist of the following principle
parts: motor tube, igniter, MK 88 Mod 0 propellant grain, stabilizing rod, and nozzle and fin
assembly. In addition, an electromagnetic radiation barrier and shielding band are used as
safety features. The primary difference between the MK 71 Mod 1 and MK 71 Mod 2 rocket
motors is that the MK 71 Mod 1 is classified as ESD and HERO susceptible; whereas, the MK
71 Mod 2 is certified as ESD and HERO safe due to a new ignition circuit.
Characteristics:
H567 N/A MK 71 Mod 1 LAU-10 D/A 4 Navy
H580 N/A MK 71 Mod 1 LAU-10 C/A 4 Navy
J271 N/A MK 71 Mod 1 MK 38 Mod 0 1 Navy
HA44 N/A MK 71 Mod 2 MK 38 Mod 0 1 Navy
Class - Air launched rocket

Dimensions:
Length - 76.76 in. (without warhead and fuze)
Diameter - 5.125 in.
Weight:
MK 71 Mod 1 - 79.50 lbs.
MK 71 Mod 2 - 80.06 lbs.
Spin Rate - 60 rps
Operational Temperature - 40 to 140 °F (-40 to 60 °C)
Storage Temperature - 65 to 165 °F (-53.8 to 73.9 °C)
Propellant: NOSIH AA-6
Type - Extruded Double Base, Ethylcellulose Inhibited, Cartridge Loaded
Configuration - 8 point internal burning star
Weight - 44.81 lbs.
Performance at 77 ° F:
Burn time - 1.7 - 1.8 sec
Average Thrust - 5400 - 5600 lbs.
Impulse - 9662 lbs.-sec
Motor Burnout (with MK 6 Mod 7 Practice Warhead at QE 15°):
Range - 2477 - 2526 ft (755 - 770 m)
Speed - 2592 - 2723 ft/s (790 - 830 m/s)
18-23 FOUO
Range (with MK 6 Mod 7 Practice Warhead at QE 15°) - 30000 ft max
Range (with WTU-11/B Practice Warhead at QE 42°) - 52000 ft
Color - white with brown band and black lettering
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
F-18-C/D LAU-10C/A, LAU-10D/A
AV-8B LAU-10C/A, LAU-10D/A
AH-1W LAU-10C/A, LAU-10D/A
The 5.0-Inch Rocket System Includes the Following Items:
Unitary Warheads
MK 63 Mod 0 HE-FRAG warhead
MK 32 Mod 0 AT/APERS warhead
MK 24 Mod 0 HE GP warhead with MK 191 Mod 1 base-detonating fuze permanently
installed
MK 24 Mod 1 HE GP warhead
MK 34 Mod 0 white phosphorus smoke warhead
MK 34 Mod 2 red phosphorus smoke warhead
MK 6 Mod 7 practice warhead
MK 32 Mod 1 practice warhead
WTU-11/B practice warhead
Fuzes
MK 188 Mod 0 point-detonating fuze
MK 352 Mod 2 point-detonating fuze with BBU-15/B adapter
FMU-90/B point-detonating fuze with BBU-15/B adapter
MK 436 MOD 0 point-detonating fuze with BBU-15/B adapter
Rocket Motors
MK 71 Rocket Motor, Mods 1 and 2
5.0-Inch Rocket Launchers

LAU-10 C/A - 4 tube launcher (Non Thermal Coated), (Shore base Use Only)
LAU-10 D/A - 4 tube launcher (Thermal Coated), (Shipboard Use Only)

Contractor – NSWCIHD
Status – Inventory
Improvement – Insensitive Munitions
Special Equipment – N/A
Direct and Time Sensitive Strike Program (PMA-242), NAVAIRSYSCOM, Patuxent River, MD
Naval Surface Warfare Center, Indian Head Division, MD
18-24 FOUO
MK 71 Mod 1/2 Rocket Motor
18-25 FOUO
18-26 FOUO
CHAPTER NINETEEN
1 June 2009
ARMY ARTILLERY MUNITIONS

Nomenclature: M198 Name: 155mm Towed Howitzer
Capability:
Provide destructive, suppressive and protective indirect and direct field artillery fires in support
of combined arms operations.
Description:
The M198 155mm towed howitzer is a medium artillery system that provides direct support fires
on an interim basis to the Stryker Brigade Combat Teams and direct general support fires to
light and special purpose forces (Airborne and Air Assault). The M198 provides significant
improvements in lethality, range, reliability, availability emplacement and movement over older
155mm towed howitzers. Normally towed by a 5-ton truck, the M198 system can also be
dropped by parachute or transported by CH-47 Chinook helicopter or C-130 aircraft. The
carriage of the M198 has a retractable suspension system and a top carriage which can be
rotated 180 degrees to decrease overall length for shipment or storage. The fire control
equipment may be used by one or two crewmen for direct or indirect fire. The gunner on the left
side controls the left and right (traversing) settings and the assistant gunner on the right side
controls up and down (elevation) settings.
Characteristics:
Length - 40.7 ft (in tow): 36.2 ft (firing)
Width - 9.2 ft (in tow)
Height - 9.5 ft (in tow)
Weight - 15,700 lbs.
Crew - 10
Range - 22,400 m standard: 30,000 m rocket-assisted
Max. Rate of Fire - 4 rounds per minute for first 2 minutes
Sustained Rate of Fire - 2 rounds per minute
Ammunition - HE, ICM, CPHD, HC, DPCIM, ILLUM, WP, RAAMS Fires all current
NATO 155 mm artillery ammunitions, but not the newer extended
range ammo.
Contractor - Rock Island Arsenal
Status - Production
Management:
Technical Order:
M198 155 MM Towed Howitzer

19-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: M777A1, A2 Name: 155mm Lightweight
Towed Howitzer
Capability:
Description:
The Lightweight 155mm Howitzer (M777A1) is the general support artillery for the Army’s light
forces. The use of titanium in its major structures makes it 7,000 pounds lighter than its
predecessor (the M198) with no sacrifice in range, stability, accuracy, or durability. Two
M777A1’s can be transported by a C-130, and it can be dropped by parachute. The M777A1’s
lighter weight, smaller footprint, and lower profile increase strategic deployability, tactical
mobility, and survivability. The automatic primer feeding mechanism, loader-assist, digital fire
control, and other improvements enhance reliability and give light artillery a semi-autonomous
capability found only in self-propelled howitzers. The M777A1 is jointly managed, with the
Marine Corps having led the development of the howitzer and the Army having led the
development of Towed Artillery Digitization (TAD), the digital fire control system for the M777A1.
Software updates and the Platform Integration Kit (PIK) hardware will give the M777A2 the
capability to fire the Excalibur precision guided munition.
Characteristics:
Length - 30.4 ft (in tow): 33.5 ft (firing)
Width - 9.1 ft (in tow)
Height - 7.4 ft (in tow)
Weight - 7,000 lbs.
Crew - 7
Max. Rate of Fire - 4 to 8 rounds per minute for first 2 minutes
Emplacement time - 3 min or less
Displacement time - 2 min or less
Ammunition - HE, ICM, CPHD, HC, DPCIM, ILLUM, WP, RAAMS Fires all current
NATO 155 mm artillery ammunitions, but not the newer extended
range ammo.
Status - Production
Management:
Technical Order:
19-2 FOUO
M177A1 Lightweight 155mm Howitzer with Digital Fire Control
19-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: M109A6 Name: 155mm Paladin Self
Propelled (SP) Howitzer
Capability:
Description:
The M109A6 is an armored, full tracked howitzer carrying 37 complete conventional rounds and
two Copperhead projectiles. It is operated by a crew of four and features improvements in the
areas of survivability; reliability, availability, and maintainability (RAM); responsiveness; and
terminal effects. It is designed with a new turret structure that facilitates integration of the
various turret improvements and vulnerability reduction measures. It improves overall crew
compartment layout and space. The M109A6 is the most technologically advanced cannon in
the Army inventory. This weapon has a 4 man crew, and weights approximately 62,000 lbs./32
tons, and has a cruising range of 186 miles, Max speed is 38 MPH, It has a fuel capacity of
133 gals. The Paladin can operate independently, from on the move, it can receive a fire
mission, compute firing data, select and take up its firing position, automatically unlock and
point its cannon, fire and move out - all with no external technical assistance. Firing the first
round from the move in under 60 seconds, a "shoot and scoot" capability protects the crew from
counterbattery fire. The M109A6 Paladin is capable of firing up to four rounds per minute to
ranges of 30 kilometers. The Paladin features increased survivability characteristics such as
day/night operability, NBC protection with climate control and secure voice and digital
communications. The crew remains in the vehicle throughout the mission.
Characteristics:
Length - 30 ft
Width - 10.3 ft
Height - 10.7 ft
Weight (approx.) - 56,400 lbs. empty; 63,615 lbs. combat loaded
Crew - 4 (accompanying M992 FAASV-5)
Cruise Range - 300 Kilometers
Fuel Capacity - 133 gallons
Max Speed - Highway - 38 mph; Cross country - 19 mph
Action Time - 45 seconds from stop
Range - 22,400 m standard; 30,000 m rocket-assisted; min range 4,000 m
Sustained Rate of Fire - 1 rounds per minute (depending on thermal warning device)
Ammunition - Fires all current NATO 155 mm artillery ammunitions, but not the newer
extended range ammo.

Contractor -
Status - Production
Management:
Technical Order:
19-4 FOUO
M109A6 Paladin SP Howitzer
M109A6 Paladin with M992A2 Field Artillery Ammunition
19-5 FOUO
Nomenclature: M107 Name: 155mm HE Round
Capability:
The M107 is the Army’s conventional standard high explosive projectile for all 155mm Howitzers
and was originally used in Harassment and Interdiction (H&I) roles. Other principal uses are
fragmentation, mining, and blast effect. Currently, it is primarily used in the training role.
Description:
The M107 projectile is a hollow steel shell filled with high explosive (HE) fill. Earlier models
contained an explosive charge of either TNT or Composition-B. There is also a supplementary
charge which has 0.36 lb. of TNT contained in an aluminum liner in the fuze cavity. A swaged
gilding metal rotating band encircles the shell casing near the base and is protected for
shipment by a grommet before loading. A specially designed threaded lifting plug closes the
cavity at the nose of the projectile to prevent damage during handling and stowage. The
projectiles are loaded with a deep intrusion cavity (4.99 inches max) and a shallow cavity
(2.3 inches max). The deep intrusion permits use of proximity fuzes M514, M728, and M782.
When all other fuzes are employed, a supplementary charge is used to continue the fuze
imitation through to the explosive charge. The shallow cavity projectile will employ all fuzes
except the deep intrusion proximity fuzes. Based upon propellant type the range of the
projectile is from 2,700 m - 18,100m.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D544 (HE DC) D571 (HE NC)
Type - HE
Weight - 95 lbs.
Color - Olive drab with yellow markings
Explosive - TNT - 14.6 lbs., COMP B - 15.4 lbs.
Maximum Propelling Charge Compatibility - M119A2, M232 (Zone 7)
Maximum Range - 18 km
Contractor - DZI Kansas KAAP (LAP) for USMC; GD-OTS - Scranton (Metal Parts)
Status - Inventory, Army and USMC
Technical Order: TM-43-0001-28
M107 155mm High Explosive (HE) Round
19-6 FOUO
Nomenclature: M549A1 Name: 155mm Rocket
Assisted Projectile (RAP)
Capability:
The Rocket Assisted Projectile (RAP) was designed to extend the range and improve
effectiveness of the 155mm Howitzer. It is used for fragmentation and blast effect against
personnel and material.
Description:
The M549A1 projectile has two distinctive pre-assembled components – the high explosive
warhead and the rocket motor. The warhead is fabricated from high fragmentation steel for
increased effectiveness and contains TNT. The motor body has a hollow boattail base and a
recessed nozzle on it central spin axis. The rocket motor is made from a hi8gh strength steel
alloy and contains 6.5 lbs. of solid rocket propellant. The rocket motor provides extended range
through functioning of the rocket motor. For all current 155mm artillery systems, the M549A1
can be fired either “Rocket On’ or “Rocket Off.” For the “Rocket On” mode, the cap is removed
prior to chambering the projectile. This exposes the pyrotechnic delay to propelling charge
gases within the gun tube. The delay is ignited and burns for several seconds before igniting
the rocket motor for its short in-flight burn of about three seconds. For use with the Crusader
system, the cap was replaced with a blow-through seal. The M549A1 is only used in the
“Rocket On” mode. The M549A1 is only used at maximum range with M4A2 (Zone 7),
M119A1/M119A2 and M203/M203A1 propelling charges. A special protective energy absorbing
lifting plug is used in place of a fuze for handing. PD and proximity fuzing are normally used
when firing this projectile.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D579
Type - HE, rocket assisted
Weight - 96 lbs.
Body Material - High fragmentation steel
Filler - TNT – 15 lbs
Maximum Propelling Charge Compatibility - M203A1 (Zone 8)
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
M549A1 Rocket Assisted Projectile (RAP)
19-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: M712 Name: 155mm HE, Guided,
Cannon Launched, Copperhead
Capability:
The M712 Copperhead is a laser guided, indirect fired, cannon launched projectile which
provides the Field Artillery with the ability to engage both stationary and moving hard point
targets such as tanks, armored personnel carriers, bridges and bunkers, with a high degree of
first round kill probability.
Description:
Copperhead is a terminally guided system launched from conventional Howitzers into a ballistic
trajectory. During light, the target is illuminated by a forward observer with a laser designator.
On board signal processing continuously refines the terminal trajectory and provides guidance
to the control surfaces, causing the round to home in on the target. Copperhead consists of
three sections: the forward section contains the guidance; the second is the warhead, and the
aft section is the stabilization and control. The configuration is aerodynamically controlled by
cruciform in-line wings and tail fins that provide roll stabilization and lateral maneuverability
sufficient to provide an impact footprint capable of defeating maneuvering armored targets. The
guidance section consists of the seeker and electronic assemblies which are housed within the
nose dome and steel housing. The payload section includes a high explosive shaped charge
warhead in a steel structure and fuze module. The fuze module houses the dual channel
Safing and Arming Mechanism and the firing circuit train. The stabilization and control section
includes the deployable aero-dynamic surfaces and associated actuator mechanisms. Tail fins
are attached to the hubs of the control actuator and retained within the housing by a latch
mechanism. The fin locks are released by launched acceleration and the fins are deployed by
centrifugal force immediately after the projectile leaves the gun barrel and locked in place.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D510
Type - HEAT
Weight - 138.4 lbs.
Body Material - Forged steel
Filler - Composition B, shaped charge
Maximum Range - 6.1 km
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
M712 155mm Projectile, HE, Guided, Cannon Launched, Copperhead
19-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: M804A1 Name: 155mm Practice Round
Capability:
The M804 Practice round is used in place of HE M107 projectile for 155mm Howitzer crew and
forward observed training in indirect fire. Crew and forward observer training can be conducted
without the blast and fragmentation effects of the M107 projectile.
Description:
The M804A1 Practice round is a heavy wall, hollow core forged or cast steel shell and does not
contain an explosive filler. It is similar in weight and external configuration of the M107 service
round. The projectile body includes four smoke vent holes forward of the rotating band in the
bourrelet area. These holes will provide a quick escape route for the smoke produced by the
small smoke canister. It produces a visible signature upon projectile impact. This projectile
uses standard M107 firing table data.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D513
NSN - 1320-01-097-4872
Type - Practice
Weight - 95 lbs.
Color - Blue with white markings
Explosive - Spotting smoke
Contractor - Crain AAA
Status - Inventory
M804 155mm Training Round
19-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: M898 Name: 155mm SADARM
Capability:
SADARM (Sense and Destroy Armor) is a "smart" artillery submunition designed for precision
engagement of self-propelled howitzers as well as other lightly armored vehicles. Additional
capability is to effectively interdict mobile armor and suppress armored air defenses.
Description:
The projectile is fired from any 155mm Howitzer using either an M577A1 or M762A1 fuze.
Upon fuze time out, two submunitions are simultaneously expelled from the projectile. These
submunitions separate via a Belleville spring device and are slowed by attached drag devices.
A pyrotechnic time delay unit ignites the thermal battery which powers up the submunition as
well a deploying a Ram Air Inflated Decelerator (RAID). The RAID despins the submunition and
orients it directly downward. The multi-mode sensor then determines the altitude above the
ground. This sensor consists of active and passive millimeter wave radars as well as an
infrared detector. At the proper altitude above the ground the sensor fires an electrical initiated
squib. This squib known as the Electric Band Cutter (EBC) detaches the RADI and deploys a
Vortex Ring Parachute (VRP). The VRP imparts spin to the submunition and allows it to hang
at the proper angle for a collapsing spiral search pattern. If a target is detected within the
search, the submunition fires a tantalum alloy Explosively Formed Penetrator (EFP) to defeat it.
If no target is detected, the submunition self-destructs. The item is currently in low rate
production.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D061
Type - HE submunition, base ejection
Weight - 102.4 lbs. with fuze
Explosive - LX-14 - 3.3 lbs. per submunition
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
M898 155mm SADARM
19-10 FOUO
Nomenclature: M483A1 Name: 155mm Dual Purpose Improved
Conventional Munition (DPICM)
Capability:
The projectile is used to deliver cargo of sub missile dual purpose armor defeating and anti-
personnel grenades.
Description:
The M483A1 Dual Purpose Improved Conventional Munition (DPICM) projectile contains
88 dual-purpose grenades, each capable of penetrating in excess of 2-1/2 inches of
homogeneous armor and fragmentation for incapacitating personnel. The M42 grenade
(64 each) is embossed on the inside wall surface to provide controlled fragmentation effects.
The M-46 grenade (24 each) has a stronger unembossed body which is able to withstand the
greater load seen at the rear of the shell due to setback upon firing. The M577A1 Mechanical
Time Fuze or the M762A1 Electronic Time Fuze are used in the projectile fuze functioning, and
the expelling charge expels the grenades from the aft end of the projectile. The projectile spin
disperses the grenades in a circular pattern. Upon expulsion from the projectile, the nylon
ribbon stabilizer, attached to the arming screw is each grenade, deploys and orients the
grenade. Arming of the grenade occurs during the cycle and on impact. Functioning of the
grenade occurs. A shaped-charge jet is directed downward to penetrate armor plate while the
grenade body bursts into a large number of small fragments to provide the anti-personnel
effects. The grenades themselves provide the projectiles' dual capability. However, a third
effect can be achieved by replacing the original expelling charge with a spotting charge
designed to detonate the entire projectile as if it were a bulk-loaded HE item. This projectile is
shipped with a fusible lifting plug which protects the item during shipping, handling and storage.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D563
Type - HE, dual purpose submunition
Weight - 102.6 lbs.
Color - Olive drab with yellow diamonds & markings
Filler - M42/M46 submunitions
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
M483A1 155mm DPICM
19-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: M692/M731 Name: Area Denial Artillery
Munition (ADAM)
Capability:
The Area Denial Artillery Munitions (ADAM) is used for rapid, remote emplacement of point or
tactical minefields used to restrict personnel movement. ADAM should not be planned on hard
surface roads or airfields as the mines will shatter or break when hitting asphalt or concrete.
Description:
ADAM is an antipersonnel (AP) mine activated by deployed trip lines. There are 36 wedge-
shaped mines contained in the 155-mm projectile which are fuzed with the M577A1 and
M762ET series Time Fuzes. The fuze action ignites the expulsion charge (M10 propellant)
contained in a cup in the ogive section, ejecting the 36 mines from the base of the projectile
over a large area nearly circular area. Minefield density can be selectively determined by
altering the number of rounds applied. There are currently three densities: low, medium, and
high. The mines are expelled from the projectile (approximately 600 meters) over the
designated target. Shortly after ground impact, up to seven trip line sensors are released out to
a maximum length of 20 feet. After a short time delay to allow the mines to return to rest, the
electronics are enabled, causing the mine to completely arm. Disturbance of a tripline or
disturbance of the mine itself triggers an electronic firing circuit. At a position 2-8 feet above the
ground, the kill mechanism, which is a spheroid embossed with a fragmentation pattern
detonates. The ADAM mine has lethality out to 15 feet. Self-destruct times are 4 hours for short
self-destruct (M731) and 48 hours for long self-destruct (M692). If not triggered by one of the
trip lines, the mines will detonate at a predesignated self-destruct interval or if the battery
reaches a level that impairs their proper functioning. When the mine detonates, a small charge
propels the kill mechanism upward and then the kill mechanism detonates to optimize its effect
against personnel.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D501 (M692); D502 (M731)
Type - HE projectile with submunition AP mines
Weight - 102.5 lbs.
Color - Olive drab with yellow triangle & markings
Filler - 36 anti-personnel mines
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
Projectile, HE, 155mm: M692 ADAM-L M731 ADAM-S

19-12 FOUO
Nomenclature: M718, M718A1/ Name: 155mm Remote Anti -
M741, M741A1 Armor Mine System (RAAMS)
Capability:
The 155mm M718, M718A1/M741, M741A1 Remote Anti-Armor Mine System (RAAMS)
projectiles are used to deliver anti-tank mines in front of enemy armored forces to deny/delay
access to a particular area for a specific time period.
Description:
This series of projectiles contains a payload of nine anti-tank mines stacked one on each other
and are ejected during projectile flight by an expulsion charge activated by the M577A1 and
M762 ET series Time Fuzes. The mines are armed soon after ground impact, and upon
sensing the proximity of tanks or other armor, the mines initiate. If the mines are not initiated
during their intended life span, a circuit is activated causing the mines to self-destruct. A
percentage of mines in each projectile have anti-disturbance mechanisms to discourage
attempts at mine field clearing. The mines are cylindrical in shape measuring five inches in
diameter. The fuze action ignites the expulsion charge and gasses, acting against the pusher
plate, eject the anti-armor mines from the base of the shell over the selected area. On ejection,
set forward force and projectile spin action enables the safe and arming device of the mine to
activate. Upon sensing the target and localizing the firing in the vehicles most vulnerable area,
the mine fuze firing train is initiated and the main charge then accelerates, at hypervelocity, the
Miznay Szhardin (MS) Plate through the belly armor of the vehicle. The large number of
fragments, produced beyond the armor, produce a high kill probability.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D503 (M718), D515 (M718A1), D509 (M741), D514 (M741A1)
Type - HE, projectile with anti-tank mines
Weight - 103 lbs.
Filler - 9 anti-tank mines
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
Projectile, HE, 155mm: M718A1, M741A1
19-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: M795 Name: 155mm HE Round
Capability:
The M795 is part of the M483A1 family of ballistically similar 155mm Howitzer ammunition. It is
used for conventional fire support for Harassment and Interdiction (H&I), fragmentation, mining,
and blast effect. It is also used as a registration round for M483A1 family of cargo munitions. It
provides greater range and effectiveness than the M107, which cannot be fired at top zone with
M203A1 (Zone 8) charge.
Description:
The M795 is a 155mm high fragmentation steel (HF1) body projectile filled with 23.8 pounds of
TNT and weighing approximately 103 pounds with a gilding metal rotating band for compatibility
with all current and future 155mm howitzers. The M795 projectile is employed against
personnel, trucks, electronic surveillance and target acquisition devices, supply points,
command and control and communications (C3) installations, and mechanized and armored
forces. The projectile is compatible with standard and developmental point detonating, shallow
intrusion type fuzes and current and developmental propelling charges. The projectile in its
standard package is capable of being delivered by parachute and assault landing during the
assault phase of airborne operations (AR70-39).
Characteristics:
DODIC - D529
Weight - 103 lbs.
Length with fuze 33.2 ins.
Body Material - High fragmentation forged steel
Explosive - TNT - 23.8 lbs.
Contractor - DZI Kansas KAAP (LAP) for USMC; GD-OTS - Scranton (Metal Parts)
Status - Production/inventory
M795 155mm High Explosive Round
19-14 FOUO
Nomenclature: M864 Name: 155mm Extended Range (ER) Dual-
Purpose Improved Conventional Munition
(DPICM)
Capability:
To provide a dual-purpose, improved conventional munition projectile capable of being fired to
long ranges.
Description:
The all steel hollow projectile consists of a cylindrical projectile body with a forebody ogive and
an aft base assembly containing a propellant grain. The shell body payload consists of a
combination of 72 M42/M46 dual purpose grenades, a nose expulsion charge or self-
registration charge. Airburst functioning achieves payload ejection and dispersion of grenades
for maximum terminal effects. Extended range is achieved by the base propellant gases filling
the vacuum behind the projectile. The base propellant is ignited during firing from the weapon.
Burning is sustained for about 30 seconds of flight time reducing base drag resulting in
extended range. At a pre-determined point on the trajectory the pre-set time fuze functions in
the expulsion charge and shears the base, expelling the grenade payload. The projectile spin
disperses the grenades in circular pattern. A ribbon stabilizer deploys which retards the spin,
orients the grenade, and arms it. On impact, detonation occurs with a shape charged jet
directed toward the target and the body burst into a large number of small fragments to provide
anti-personnel effects. This projectile is provided with a fusible lifting plug for storage, handling
and shipping.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D864
Weight - 102.2 lbs.
Body Material - Steel
Color - Olive drab with yellow diamonds and markings
Explosive - A4, 30.5 grams per grenade
Contractor -
M864 155mm Extended Range DPICM

19-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: M864 Name: Recap Program
Capability:
To provide a dual-purpose, improved conventional munition projectile capable of being fired to
long ranges.
Description:
The objective of the M864 Recapitalization (Recap) Program is to begin fielding up to 322,000
“like new” M864A1 rounds utilizing grenade pyrotechnic Self Destruct Fuzes (p-SDFs) in late
2008. The Recap process involves downloading M42/M46 DPICM grenades, removing existing
M223 impact-initiating grenade fuzes, attaching a qualified p-SDF, and final Load, Assemble
and Pack (LAP) of the round. The M864A1 rounds will also include the application of an
Extended Range Ordnance (ERO) obturator to extend gun tube life.
The program conducted a study in FY04 to determine the feasibility of recapping the M864
projectile. The effort successfully evaluated the technical and programmatic risks associated
with all recap processes. Consequently, a Pre-Production Engineering (PPE) effort (Phase I)
was initiated in 4QFY05, followed by a Qualification effort (Phase II) in 1QFY07, for two p-SDF
designs in the M864E2 in order to compete M864A1 Production and have multiple qualified
SDF sources for other artillery delivered systems and potential FMS.
The M864 consists of three major components: An ogive, containing an expulsion charge at
the base of the fuze well; the warhead, a payload of seventy two M42/M46 DPICM grenades;
and a solid propellant baseburn unit containing a composite propellant grain and igniter. The
M864A1 will be delivered by the M198 Towed Howitzer, Paladin Self Propelled Howitzer and
Joint Lightweight 155mm M777 Howitzer. The round is compatible with the M203A1 maximum
charge and the Modular Artillery Charge System (MACS). This system supports the Legacy-to-
Objective transition path of the Transformation Campaign Plan (TCP).
Characteristics:
DODIC - D864
Weight - 102.2 lbs.
Body Material - Steel
Explosive - A4, 30.5 grams per grenade
Contractor - XM1062 p-SDF: Bulova, Lancaster, PA teamed w/ - DZI Lone Star, Texarkana, TX
XM242 p-SDF: ATK, Plymouth, MN teamed w/ -Israel Military Industries (IMI),
Israel - DZI Lone Star, Texarkana, TX
19-16 FOUO
Nomenclature: M110, Name: 155mm White
M110A1, and M110A2 Phosphorus (WP)
Capability:
Provide smoke for marking purposes and can be used to provide screening of mechanized or
infantry maneuver. They also have a slight incendiary effect.
Description:
The projectile is essentially a hollow steel shell filled with white phosphorous. An explosive
burster runs down the center of the entire length of the shell. The M110 and M110A1 models
use a Tetrytol explosive burster while the M110A2 uses Composition B5 explosive burster. A
PD fuze is normally used with these projectiles. The ballistics of these shells are the same as
the HE M107 projectile.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D550
Type - Smoke, white phosphorus (WP)
Weight - 98.5 lbs.
Color - Light green with yellow band and light red
markings
Filler - Smoke, WP - 15.6 lbs.
Contractor - LAP - PBA; PMPTS - GDOTS, Scranton Operations;
M54 Burster - Expal (Spain) Mecar (Belgium)
M110A1 155mm White Phosphorus (WP)
19-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: M825A1 Name: 155mm Smoke
Capability:
Projectile produces smoke so obscure enemy vision or to screen mechanized and infantry
maneuver forces.
Description:
The M825A1 is an improved artillery projectile witch produces a ground screening smoke 125-
150 meters wide for 5-10 minutes duration. The smoke screen is produced by burning multiple
wedge-shaped pieces of felt which have been saturated with White Phosphorous (WP). The
system consists principally of the projectile carrier (M483A1 Body) and the payload of 116 felt
wedges WP. The projectile carrier consists of an M483A1 ogive and expulsion charge, a
modified M483A1 all steel body, and a one-piece steel dome shaped base. The less expensive
dome shaped base replaced an expensive toe-piece base and improved flight stability at high
quadrant firings. On functioning, the M577A1/M762A1 ET fuze initiates the delay which
provides ample time for the canister to clear the thin walled projectile body before the main
charge functions. In less than 45 seconds, a dense and uniform smoke screen is created by
the burning WP saturated felt wedges. This projectile is shipped with a fusible lifting plug which
protects the item during shipping, handling and storage.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D528
Type - Smoke, WP
Weight - 103 lbs.
Body Material - Thin walled steel
Color - Light green, yellow band, red markings
Filler - White phosphorous
Contractor -
M825A1 155mm Smoke
19-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: M485A2 Name: 155mm Illumination
Capability:
The M485A2 projectile is used to provide battlefield illumination at night or other conditions of
reduced visibility. It replaces the M118A2 illuminating projectile.
Description:
This projectile is a hollow steel shell containing a canister with primary expelling charge. A
candle assembly, parachute, delay and secondary expelling charge are loaded in the canister.
In functioning, a double ejection system is used. The first ejection is caused by fuze
functioning, expelling the canister and igniting the delay. The second functioning ejects and
ignites the candle from the canister. The main parachute is also deployed. The drogue chute
and fins on the canister reduce the spin and decelerate the canister. The main parachute is
also deployed. The drogue chute and fins on the canister reduce the spin and decelerate the
canister. The main parachute and candle assembly produces 1,000,000-candle power for 120
seconds.
Characteristics:
DODIC - D505
Type - Illumination
Weight - 92 lbs.
Color - Olive drab with white markings and one white
band
Filler - Illumination compound - 94 oz.
VL Illum - 1,000,000 candle power
Burn Time 120 sec
Contractor - Spin Brake Assembly awarded to Woodlawn Mfg for FY06; Candle production -
Crane AAA (CAAA); PMTPS - FY06 Projectile Metal Parts awarded to Red Lion
M485A2 155mm White Light Illuminating Projectile

19-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM982 Name: 155mm Guided, HE,
ER-DPICM, EXCALIBUR
Capability:
The XM982 is a Precision Guided Extended Range Artillery Projectile, also known as an
Extended Range Dual Purpose Improved Conventional Munition (ER DPICM) projectile, is the
Army’s fire and forget, smart munition. I provides the capability to attack all three key target
sets, soft and armored vehicles, and reinforced bunkers, out to ranges exceeding current 155
mm family of artillery munitions.
Description:
The Excalibur (XM982) is a 155mm, Global Positioning System (GPS)-guided, fire-and-forget
projectile under development as the Army’s next-generation cannon artillery precision munition.
The target, platform location, and GPS-specific data are entered into the projectile’s mission
computer through an enhanced portable inductive artillery fuze setter or automated system on
the Future Combat Systems (FCS) Non-Line of Sight-Cannon (NLOS-C). Excalibur uses a jam-
resistant internal GPS receiver to update the inertial navigation system, providing precision
guidance and dramatically improving accuracy regardless of range. Excalibur weighs 106
pounds, has three fuze options: height-of-burst, point-detonating, and delay/penetration; and is
effective in all weather conditions and terrain. The program is using an incremental approach to
provide a combat capability to the Soldier as quickly as possible, and to deliver advanced
capabilities and lower costs as technology matures. The initial variant (Block Ia-1) was fielded
in 2007 to provide an urgently needed capability and is currently being used in the GWOT in
both theaters. It includes a unitary high-explosive warhead capable of penetrating urban
structures, but is also effective against point targets, personnel targets, such as dismounted
infantry and weapon crews, and light materiel targets, including air defense rockets, radars, and
wheeled vehicles. Block Ia-2 will provide increased range (up to 40 kilometers) and reliability
improvements. The third variant (Block Ib) will maintain performance and capabilities while
reducing unit cost.
Excalibur is designed for fielding to the digitized Lightweight 155mm Howitzer, the 155mm
M109A6 self-propelled howitzer (Paladin), the Future Force indirect fire weapon (FCS NLOS-C)
and the Swedish Archer howitzer. Excalibur is an international cooperative program with
Sweden, which contributes resources toward the development in accordance with an
established project agreement and plans to join in procurement.
Excalibur is fin-stabilized and canard controlled and utilizes a slipping obturator. Upon muzzle
exit the fins are deployed from under the obturator. At apogee the canards are deployed which
maximizes lift to provide glide capability to extended ranges allowing the projectile to glide to the
target. At target approach, the projectile goes into a steep descent and the cargo is expelled.
The center dispenser bladder then forces the submunitions outward radially in a spoke-like
pattern. The 64 M42/46 type submunitions contain a self-destruct fuze to minimize hazardous
duds on the battlefield.
Excalibur is a family of precision-guided, extended-range modular projectiles incorporating three

unique payload capabilities divided into Block configurations. Block I consists of high-explosive,
fragmenting, or penetrating unitary munitions to enhance traditional fire support operations with
increased range, improved accuracy, and reduced collateral damage against personnel, light
materiel, and structure targets. Block II consists of smart munitions to search, detect, acquire,
and engage fleeting and short-dwell targets common to open-terrain battlefields. Block III
19-20 FOUO
consists of discriminating munitions to selectively identify and engage individual vehicular
targets in urban environments by distinguishing specific target characteristics. Excalibur's
precision capabilities are intended to be used by Future Combat System (FCS) Non-Line-of-
Sight (NLOS) Cannon units to provide close support to maneuver units in urban or complex
terrain. Digitized lightweight 155mm howitzer systems will be used to develop and test
Excalibur's capabilities before FCS NLOS Cannon is fielded.
Characteristics:
DODIC - DA39
Type - HE, dual purpose submunition
Weight - 106 lbs.
Body Material - Steel, plastic ogive (cyanate ester)
Explosive - 30 grams PAX2A explosive in each submunition
Maximum Propelling Charge Compatibility - 5 increments of MACS
Maximum Range - 37 km, 47 km (Crusader)
Contractor -
XM982 155mm Guided, HE, ER-DPICM, EXCALIBUR
19-21 FOUO
Nomenclature: M119A1/A2 Name: 105mm Towed Howitzer
Capability:
Description:
The M119A1/A2 105mm towed howitzer is a lightweight towed weapon that provide direct
support fires to light, airborne and air assault forces. The prime mover for the M119 is the
HMMWV. However, it can be dropped by parachute or airlifted with its basic load of
ammunition by UH60 and CH47 helicopters of C130 aircraft. The M119A1 and the product-
improved M119A2 provide significantly greater range and lethality then the M1021A1 and M102
howitzers. Based on the L118 British Light Gun, the M119 systems in U.S. units are modified
with U.S. fire control (digital), increased low-temperature capability (from -25 F to -50 F),
improved interchangeability of spare/repair parts, simplified tail light assembly, improved trail
access cover and added brackets to incorporate a chronograph and battery computer system.
Block 1 improved howitzers were predesignated as the M119A1. Additional Light Artillery
System Improvement Program (LASIP) improvements in Block II were completed and those
systems were designated as the M119A2.
Characteristics:
Length - 20.75 ft
Width - 5.83 ft
Height - 7.25 ft
Weight - 4,100 lbs.
Crew - 7
Max. Rage of Fire - 6 rounds per minute for first 2 minutes
Sustained Rate of Fire - 3 rounds per minute for 30 minutes (sustained)
Ammunition - Fires all standard NATO 105 mm artillery ammunitions, including the
M1 High Explosive, M314 Illuminating, M60/60A2 White Phosphorous
(smoke), In addition, it fires the M913 and M760 extended range
ammunitions.
Contractor - Joint US/RO partnerships (Rock Island Arsenal, Watervilliet Arsenal, Seller
Instruments, and Royal Ordinance, UK)
Status - Production
Management:
Technical Order:
M119A1/A2 105 MM Towed Howitzer

19-22 FOUO
Nomenclature: M102 Name: 105mm Towed Howitzer
Capability:
Description:
The M102 105mm towed howitzer is a lightweight towed weapon that provides direct support
fires to light, airborne and air assault forces. It can be towed by a 2-ton truck or HMMWV,
dropped by parachute or transported with it basic load of ammunition by UH60 or larger
helicopter and C130 aircraft. It consists of the M137 Cannon, a one piece aluminum M31 Box
Carriage which supports a ball screw type elevating mechanism, spring action equilibrators, a
circular firing platform, wishbone shaped trails, a 360-degree rubber roller traversing
mechanism, an M37 hydro pneumatic variable length recoil mechanism, a retractable
suspension system and two wheels with individual hand brakes. The M102 Howitzer also
comes equipped with a fire control system which includes the M1A2 Quadrant, M14A1
Quadrant, M113A1 Panoramic Telescope and the M114 Elbow Telescope. When emplaced,
the howitzer’s high volume of fires compensates in large measure for the lower explosive weight
or the projectile compared to the 155mm howitzers. The M102 has been replaced in the active
Army by the M119A1105 towed howitzer. The M102 is still found in several Army National
Guard units and the Air Force uses the same cannon and recoil system in the AC130 gunship.
Characteristics:
Length - 17.1 ft
Width - 6.4 ft
Height - 5.2 ft
Weight - 3,670 lbs.
Crew - 8
Range: 11,500 m standard; 17,000 m rocket-assisted
Ammunition - Fires all standard NATO 105 mm artillery ammunitions, but not
the newer extended range ammo.
Status - Production
Management:
Technical Order:
19-23 FOUO
Nomenclature: M1 Name: 105mm High Explosive (HE)
Capability:
mining, and blast effect.
Description:
The M1 is a semi-fixed 105mm Cartridge consisting of the M14B4 Cartridge Case, M28B2
Percussion Primer, M67 Propelling Charge, a fuze and a projectile containing a TNT or Comp B
explosive fill with an aluminum fuze well liner and a supplementary charge. The M1 cartridge is
compatible with the M557PD, M739PD, M582MT, M732VT, and the M767ETSQ fuzes. At the
expected time, the preset nose fuze detonates the high explosive in the air or on ground impact.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C445
Type - HE
Weight - 39.92lbs.
Color - Olive Drab with yellow markings
Explosive - 4.8 lbs. TNT or 5 lbs. Comp B
Fuze - M557PD, M739PD, M582MT, M732VT, and the M767ETSQ

Contractor - Recap - Blue Grass Army Depot/Hawthorne Army Depot/McAlester AAP;
Primers - Lone Star AAP; Prop Charge - SNC; Cartridge Case - Valentec
Status - Inventory
Technical Order: TM-43-0001-28_R12
M105mm M1 HE
19-24 FOUO
Nomenclature: M60A2 Name: 105mm Smoke Cartridge
Capability:
Smoke cartridges are used to build a smoke screen to provide cover for the maneuver unit from
enemy observation and as spotting rounds mark location on the battlefield.
Description:
The M60A2 Smoke Cartridge is a semi-fixed round consisting of a M14 Cartridge Case, M28
Percussion Primer, M67 Propellant Charge, a fuze and a sealed projectile which contains the
M53A1 Burster Assembly and a cast white phosphorous filler. Burning white phosphorous
produces smoke and heat and can cause severe burns and coughing on contact. The M60A2
projectile can be fired with a point detonating or mechanical time fuze. Upon impacting the
ground, the M739 PD Fuze detonates the M53A1 Burster Charge which, in turn, ruptures the
projectile body and releases its cargo of white phosphorous. On contact with the atmosphere,
white phosphorous spontaneously ignites emitting a dense white cloud of smoke and heat. The
evolving smoke screen may serve as an artillery reference point or to temporarily obscure
enemy visibility and observation.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C454
Type: Smoke
Length w/fuze: 31.1 in.
Weight w/fuze: 42.9 lbs.
Body Material: Forged Steel
Color- Light green, red markings and yellow band
Explosive- Comp B5
Filler - White Phosphorus (3.86 lbs.)
Max. Propellant Charge - M67 (Zone 7)
Fuze - M739A1 PD Fuze
Cartridge Case Material- Brass
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
M67 Propelling Charge

M14B4 Cartridge Cass
M60A2 105mm Smoke Cartridge
19-25 FOUO
Nomenclature: M84A1 Name: 105mm Smoke Cartridge
Capability:
Smoke cartridges are used to provide obscuration on the battlefield and to mark locations.
Obscuration rounds are used to build a smoke screen to provide cover for the maneuver unit
from enemy observation. Spotting rounds mark location on the battlefield.
Description:
The M84A1 is a semi-fixed smoke cartridge which is comprised of the M14 Cartridge Case, M28
Percussion Primer, M67 Propellant Charge, the time fuze and a projectile that contains a
pinned base plug, a black powder expelling charge and three HC smoke canisters. Each metal
canister contains a core igniter flash tube, a first fire mix and the HC smoke composition. When
ignited, HC composition produces a caustic white smoke. As the round approaches the target
area, the fuze ignites the black powder expelling charge which simultaneously ignites and
expels the three HC canisters from the base of the carrier. The smoking canisters fall to the
ground producing billowing clouds of smoke which last from 40-90 seconds.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C442 (A1), C479 (B1)
Type - Smoke
Weight with fuze - 44.96 lbs.
Length with fuze - 30.49 in.
Projectile Body - Forged Steel
Projectile Color - Light green with black markings
Filler - HC (4.1 lbs. per canister) (3 canisters)
Max. Propellant Charge - M67,Zone 7
Fuze:
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
M84A1 105mm Smoke Cartridge
19-26 FOUO
Nomenclature: M314A3 Name: 105mm Illuminating Cartridge
Capability:
The M314A3 projectile is used to provide battlefield illumination at night. It can also be used
during reduced visibility conditions and for signaling.
Description:
The M314A3 is a semi-fixed illuminating cartridge which includes an M14 Cartridge Case, M28
Percussion Primer, M67 Prop Charge, a projectile which contains a pinned base plug, a black
powder expelling charge, an illuminating canister with anti-rotational vanes, and a parachute
assembly which is connected to the closed end of the canister. The canister contains an
illuminating filler covered by a thin layer of first fire composition.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C449 (w/Fuze), C542 (w/o Fuze)
Type - Illuminating
Weight w/ fuze - 46.4 lbs.
Length w/fuze - 31.17 in.
Body Type - Forged Steel
Payload - Illuminant 2 lbs.
Max Propelling Charge - M67 (Zone 7)
VL Illumination - 525,000 candle power
Burn Time - 60 sec
Fuze - M582MT, M767ETSQ
Weapon System:
Platform:
Contractor - GD - Canada
Status - Production/Inventory
105mm M314A3 Illumination Cartridge
19-27 FOUO
Improved Conventional Munition (ICM)
Capability:
Delivers an effective concentration of anti-personnel grenades against massing enemy ground
forces.
Description:
The M444 ICM cartridge is a semi-fixed round which includes the M14 Cartridge Case, M28
Percussion Primer, M67 Propellant Charge, the M565 MT / M548 MTSQ Fuze and a projectile
which contains a pinned base plug, an expulsion mechanism and eighteen M39 Grenades. A
grenade consists of two moveable stabilizing vanes attached to a wedged shaped body which
contains a firing and ejection charge mechanism, and a spherical steel bomblet. The M39
Grenade is an effective fragmenting bomblet used to incapacitate enemy personnel and in the
prone or standing positions and in fox holes. After the round is fired it reaches a point where
the fuze initiates the expelling charge forcing the M39 Grenades from the base of the carrier. In
the air stream, the vanes deploy to stabilize the grenade’s orientation, slow the rate of descent
and prime the ejection mechanism. On impact, the armed bomblet is ejected from the housing
and is propelled upward 4 to 6 feet above the ground. At this height, the bomblet detonates
producing blast and fragmentation in all directions.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C462
Type - Improved Conventional Munition (ICM)
Weight w/fuze - Approximately 42.0 lb.
Explosive - . 93 lbs. Comp A5
Max. Propellant Charge - M67 (Zone 7)
Fuze - M548 MTSQ
Weapon System: 105mm M119A1/A2; M102
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
19-28 FOUO
Capability:
mining, and blast effect against targets beyond conventional 105mm range. It can
damage/destroy light-medium materiel targets and incapacitate/suppress personnel targets and
breach structures and obstacles.
Description:
The M760 is a semi-fixed cartridge composed of the M14 Case, M28 Percussion Primer, M200
Propellant Charge, M1 Projectile Body and a nose fuze. The projectile contains a TNT fill, an
aluminum fuze well liner and a supplementary charge. The M760 can be fired with the M739A1
PD, the M582A1 MT, the M732A2 VT and the M767 ETSQ Fuze.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C473
Type - High Explosive
Weight w/fuze - Approximately 42 lbs.
Explosive - 4.8 lbs. TNTB
Max. Propellant Charge - M200, Zone 8
Maximum Range - 14 Km
Fuze - M739A1 PD, M582A1 MT, M732A2 VT, or M767 ETSQ
Weapon System: 105mm M119A1/A2; M102
Contractor -
Status - Inventory
105mm M760 HE
19-29 FOUO
Nomenclature: M913 Name: 105mm High Explosive
Rocket Assisted (HERA)
Capability:
It is used for conventional fire support to destroy troops and light armor in the open.
Description:
The M913 is semi-fixed cartridge composed of the M14B4 Cartridge Case, M28 Percussion
Primer, the M229 Propellant Charge, a nose fuze, and a rocket assisted projectile. The
projectile warhead contains an explosive filler, an aluminum liner and a supplementary charge.
The base of the warhead is threaded in tandem to a rocket motor which contains a rocket
propellant grain (Elastomeric) and an ignition delay. The M913 Cartridge is compatible with the
M739A1 PD, the M732A2 VT, the M582A1 MT, and the M767 ETSQ fuzes. As the projectile
descends toward the intended target area, the preset nose fuze is timed to detonate the
warhead in the air or on ground impact. The M913 provides greater range and lethal area
coverage and is most effective against light armor and enemy troop concentrations.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C546
Type - High Explosive Rocket Assisted (HERA)
Weight with fuze - Approximately 42 lbs.
Projectile body - High Fragmentation Steel
Projectile Color - Olive drab with yellow markings
Explosive - 5 lbs. TNT
Rocket Propellant - Elastomeric
Fuze - M739A1 PD, M732A2 VT, M582A1 MT, M767 ETSQ
Contractor -
Status - Production
105mm M913 HERA

19-30 FOUO
Nomenclature: M915 Name: 105mm Dual Purpose Improved
Conventional Munition (DPICM)
Capability:
It is used for conventional fire support to destroy troops and light armor in the open.
Description:
The M915 cartridge provides dual-purpose improved conventional munition capability at
extended ranges for 105mm howitzers and is most effective against light armor and enemy
troop concentrations. The M915 can only be fired from the M119 howitzer system. The M915
consists of the M217E1 series Cartridge Case, M28 Percussion Primer, M200 Prop Charge, a
nose fuze, and a projectile that contains an expulsion charge, forty-two Dual-Purpose M80
grenades with IM explosive fill, and a base plug. The M80 grenades, with the M234 SD Fuze, is
a self destructing, fragmenting shaped charge munition designed to defeat 2.5 inches of armor
and incapacitate enemy personnel. The M915 cartridge is fired with the M762A1 ET Fuze,
M762 ET Fuze or the M577A1 MT Fuze. As the fired projectile approaches the target area, the
preset M762A1 ET fuze initiates the expulsion charge expelling the base plug and grenades
from the base of the carrier into the air. During free fall, the stabilizing ribbon on each grenade
deploys. This action arms the M234 SD Fuze and also serves to control the free fall orientation
of the submunition and spiral safety flag. On impact, the grenade detonates producing a hyper
velocity armor piercing jet and numerous incapacitating metal fragments. The self-destruct
capability of the M234 Fuze assures high probability of grenade functioning on impact thereby
minimizing the threat of battlefield duds.
Characteristics:
DODIC - CA11
Type - Dual Purpose Improved Conventional Munition
Weight with fuze - 42.7 lbs.
Projectile body - High Alloy Steel
Projectile Color - Olive drab with yellow markings
Explosive - PDax-2A, Type II (17.2g/grenade)
Fuze - M762A1 ET, M762 ET, M577A1 MT
Contractor - KDI/L3 Precision Products, Cincinnati, OH M234 SDF;
Day and Zimmerman Inc, Texarkana, TX - Projectile LAP
Status - Production
105mm M915 DPICM
19-31 FOUO
Nomenclature: M927 Name: 105mm High Explosive
Rocket Assisted (HERA)
Capability:
mining, and blast effect.
Description:
The M927 is semi-fixed cartridge composed of the M14B4 Cartridge Case, M28B2 Percussion
Primer, M67 Propelling Charge, a nose fuze, and a rocket assisted projectile. The projectile
warhead contains an explosive filler, an aluminum liner and a supplementary charge. The base
of the warhead is threaded in tandem to a rocket motor which contains a rocket propellant grain
(Elastomeric) and an ignition delay. The M927 Cartridge is compatible with the M739A1 PD, the
M582A1 MT, the M732A2 VT and the M767 ETSQ fuzes. As the projectile descends toward
the intended target area, the preset nose fuze is timed to detonate the warhead in the air or on
ground impact.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C544
Type - HERA
Weight w/fuze - Approximately 40 lbs.
Body Material - High Frag Steel
Explosive - 5.8 lbs. TNT
Rocket Propellant - Elastomeric
Contractor - No production
Status - Inventory
105mm M927 High Explosive Rocket Assisted (HERA)

19-32 FOUO
Nomenclature: M546 Name: 105mm APERS-T
Capability:
Destroy personnel in direct fire, muzzle action, and in a direct fire mission with a time setting
other than muzzle action.
Description:
The M546 Anti-Personnel projectile with tracer (APERS-T) is an assembly of four pieces: base
with sintered iron rotating band and M13 Tracer, connector, forward body and fuze adapter.
Inside the base of the projectile is a base charge. Forward of the base charge are assembled
the tiers of Flechettes, the centers of which form a flash tube. The fuze adapter is assembled
forward of the first tier of Flechettes. The fuze adapter contains an M87 detonator, M7 relay,
four radially oriented M86 detonators and a pyrotechnic composition smoke marker pellet. The
M563 Fuze may be set for muzzle action, for functioning at a minimum of ½ second or in tenths
of a second up to 100 seconds after firing.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C513
Type - APERS-T
Weight with fuze - 34.15 lbs..
Projectile body - Aluminum Steel
Projectile Color - Olive drab with yellow band, white markings and
A row of white diamonds
Filler - 8,000 - 8 grain flechettes, 9.14 lbs.
Propelling Charge - XM121
Fuze - MT-M563-E1, E-2, -E3, E-4
Tracer - M13, 1.7 grains igniter composition, 5.5 grains
tracer composition
Cartridge Case Material - M14B4
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105mm M546 APERS-T
19-33 FOUO
Nomenclature: M557 Name: Fuze Point Detonating (PD)
Capability:
A point detonating fuze with a selective superquick or 0.05 second delay impact for use in all
artillery HE projectiles.
Description:
The M557 PD Fuze consists of fuze M48A3 assembled with the MN125A1 booster. The fuze
PD head assembly contains a firing pin held in position by a pin support, which prevents
initiation of detonator M24 until impact. The fuze body contains an M1 delay plunger assembly
and an interruption assembly with a setting sleeve, which provides a means of setting the
selecting PD Super Quick or delay functioning. The delay plunger includes a firing pin and
delay element M2. The delay element includes primer M54, a black powder delay charge and
relay M7. The M125A1 booster consists of a brass booster body, a delay mechanism and a
booster charge. The M17 detonator is held in an unarmed position by centrifugal detents and a
gear train mechanism, which provide for the delayed arming for approximately 200 feet
depending upon the weapon and charge being fired.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N335
Type - Point Detonating
Weight- 2.15 lbs.
Length - 5.93 in.
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Nomenclature: M564, M565 Name: Fuze, Mechanical Time (MT)
M565 and Mechanical Time
Superquick (MTSQ) M564
Capability:
A mechanical time fuze to detonate a variety of spin stabilized projectiles.
Description:
This fuze consists of a solid steel head threaded into a steel lower cap containing the timing
movement , and a steel body containing a detonator. A safety adapter containing a relay and a
detonator in addition to an interrupter assembly is threaded into the base of the fuze body. The
timing movement is a spring-driven clockwork mechanism secured in the unarme3d position by
setback pins and centrifugal detents. A time scale graduated from 0-100 seconds is inscribed
on the notable lower cap, and a vernier scale to permit setting accuracy to .01 second appears
on the body. The safety adapter interrupter mechanism is the base consists of two centrifugal
weights which prevent alignment assembly and safety adaptor portion of the M564 fuze is
mechanically the same as the M565 fuze. However, a loaded booster cup and point detonating
elements are added for high explosive application, and the M564 has a super quick function.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N278 (M564)
Fuze, MT: M565 Fuze, MTSQ: M564
Type - Mechanical Time Mechanical Time and Super-quick
Weight- 2.03 lbs. 2.14 lbs.
Length - 5.256 in. 5.966 in.
Projectile intrusion - 1.516 in. 2.216 in.

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Nomenclature: M577A1 Name: Fuze, Mechanical Time
and Superquick (MTSQ)
Capability:
A mechanical time fuze to operate on a variety of flash initiated artillery projectiles with
improved reliability and timing accuracy.
Description:
The M557A1 fuze is composed of an aluminum ogive and a stainless steel body which contain
two M55 Stab Detonators, a mild detonator fuze, crush element, timer assembly, a sleeve and
trigger assembly, a safe separation device and a counter assembly. The fuze is manually set
from the setting key with a fuze setter and the set time is read directly from the counter window
in the ogive. The fuze can be set to function at some specific altitude above the target area or
on impact (superquick setting). The setback and spin forces generated in a gun firing
environment activate the timer when the fuze is in the set time mode. The safe separation
device serves to safe arm the fuze. At two to four seconds prior to reaching the set time, the
trigger assembly releases the rotor. This permits the detonators in the rotor to rotate in line with
the firing plate. When set time is reached, the firing plate strikes the M55 Stab Detonators
which ignite the mild detonating fuze. This produces a hot flash through the lead which initiates
the expelling charge and the subsequent aerial expulsion of the payload from the projectile.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N285
Type - Mechanical Time and Super-quick
Weight- 1.4 lbs.
Length - 5.28 in.
Projectile intrusion - 1.516 in.
Manual Time Setting - 2 to 200 seconds or PD
Fully Armed - 2 to 4 seconds before set time
Rotation - Non-Armed - 1,000 rpm
- Armed - 1,800 rpm
Setback - Non-Armed - 300 Gs
Armed - 600 Gs
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Nomenclature: M582A1 Name: Fuze, Mechanical
Time Superquick (MTSQ)
Capability:
A safe, reliable and accurate mechanical time (MT) fuze for use in all artillery systems.
Description:
The M577A1 Fuze becomes the M582A1 Fuze when assembled with a loaded booster for high
explosive application. The fuze contains a detached lever escapement timer, and modular
counter, trigger and safe separation device assemblies. The time set or impact function option
is made by turning the setting key, located at the nose of the fuze, with a fuze setter or any
screwdriver-like tool. The setting is viewed through a plastic window in the ogive and may be
changed any number of times. The timer and trigger modules are held safe by setback and
spin locks. The safe separation device (SSD) is linked to the trigger module to provide
overhead safety and is also held by spin detents. When the timer reaches two to four seconds
before set time, it causes the safe separation device to be released, thus arming the fuze.
When the fuze is set for impact function, the SSD is released on launch from the weapon. The
centrifugally driven SSD arms at a constant number of turns of the shell and provides a variable
safe distance depending on the caliber of the weapon. The M577A1/M582A1 Fuze, for impact
functioning features a rear inertial actuated device in lieu of a frontal pressure actuated device
(M577/M582). Upon experiencing a velocity change, the rear safe separation device slides
forward and stabs the detonator on the firing p9in with sufficient energy to initiate the round.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N286
Fuze, MTSQ: M577A1 Fuze, MTSQ: M582A1
Type - Mechanical Time Mechanical Time and Super-quick
Weight- 1.39 lbs. 1.49 lbs.
Projectile intrusion - 1.057 in. max 2.059 in. max
Arming Method - Setback and spin Setback and spin
Fully Armed - 2-4 sec. before set time 2-4 sec. before set time
Rotations - Non-Arm 16.7 rps Non-Arm 16.7 rps
Arm 30 rps Arm 30 rps
Setback - Non-Arm 300 GS Non-Arm 300 Gs
Arm 600 Gs Arm 600 Gs
Time Set - 2-200 sec. 2-200 sec.
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Nomenclature: M728 Name: Proximity Fuze
Capability:
Developed to replace the M513 and M514 proximity fuzes and provide improved functioning
reliability.
Description:
The M728 is a long intrusion proximity fuze which contains a radio continuous wave
transmitter/detector, antennas, a clockwork timing mechanism, a power supply, a PD element,
and a booster charge. A plastic nose cone fixed to a rotatable setting ring is inscribed with a
single index line. The shoulder of the metal sleeve is inscribed with graduated set time
markings and a PD line. When fired in the proximity mode, setback forces activate the timing
mechanism, initiate the power supply and arm the PD element. Three seconds prior to set time,
the proximity element becomes armed and radio transmission begins. The transmitted radio
waves travel to the target and are reflected back to the fuze. The interaction between the
transmitted and the reflected waves produces a Doppler signal. When the signal reaches a
certain amplitude, an electronic switch triggers the explosive train detonating the warhead at an
optimum distance from the target. If the proximity element fails to function, the PD element
detonates the projectile on impact.
Characteristics:
DODIC -
Type - Proximity
Weight- Approximately 2.19 lbs.
Overall Length - 8.6 in.
Projectile intrusion - 4.86 in.
Manual Time Setting - 5-100 seconds and PD
Arming Method - Setback
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Nomenclature: M732 Series Name: Proximity Fuze
Capability:
Used with 105mm ammunition for approximately 7 meter Height of Burst (HOB).
Description:
The M732 series Proximity Fuze can be set for either proximity, airburst, or to function upon
impact (PD mode). The proximity section detonates the round at approximately 7 meters above
the target (depending upon target background reflectivity and electromagnetic interference).
The Fuze well intrusion is 2.2 inches. It has a plastic nose cone crimped to an aluminum collar,
index mark for setting time, and is labeled TURN. The fuze sleeve is marked with PD and two
second increments in the range of 4 - 156 seconds inclusive. The fuze is shipped with index
mark aligned with the PD mark on the sleeve.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N464
Weight - 1.75 lbs.
Projectile Intrusion - 2.21 in.
Manual Time Setting - 5 to 100 seconds and PD
Arming Method - Setback and Spin
Rotation - Non-arm 1,000 rpm
All-arm 2,500 rpm
Setback - Non-arm 800 Gs
All-arm 1,300 Bs
Delayed Proximity Arming Settings - From 5-10 seconds to 150 seconds

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Nomenclature: M732A2 Series Name: Proximity Fuze
Capability:
Used with 105mm ammunition for approximately 7 meter Height of Burst (HOB).
Description:
The M732A2 is a redesign of the basic M732. The M732 was not able to keep pace with the
ballistic environment. Setting it also required a wrench type setting tool, and a significant
amount of force. Even with the large setting force, some lots of M732 fuzes have experience3d
low reliability due to inbore resetting caused by the spin Environment. Improvements include:
changing the analog timer to digital, uses a frequency modulated signal which is less
susceptible to counter-measures, improved hand setting capability, modernized electronics and
interconnections, and an improved Safe and Arming Mechanism.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N291
Weight - 1.75 obs.
Projectile Intrusion - 2.21 in.
Manual Time Setting - 5 to 100 seconds and PD
All-arm 2,500 rpm
All-arm 1,300 Bs
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Nomenclature: M739 Name: Fuze Point Detonating (PD)/Delay
Capability:
Provides Superquick (SQ) or 50-millisecond delay impact functioning for all standard HE
Artillery.
Description:
The M739 series Fuze has a one-piece solid aluminum body and five modular sub-assemblies:
(1) Crossbar and Holder Assembly, (2) Firing Pin and Detonator Assembly, (3) Setting Sleeve
Assembly, (4) M1 Delay Plunger and (5) the Safe and Arming (S&A) Assembly. The crossbar
and holder assembly is a rain insensitive sleeve that allows firing in heavy rain or foliage with
reduced probability of downrange premature functioning.
Characteristics:
DODIC - C340
Weight - 1.5 lbs.
Projectile Intrusion - 2.21 In. max
Arming Metho9d - Setback and Spin
All-arm 1,700 rpm
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Nomenclature: M739A1 Name: Fuze Point Detonating (PD)/Delay
Capability:
Provides Superquick (SQ) or 50-millisecond delay impact functioning for all standard HE
Artillery.
Description:
The M739A1 Fuze is a product Improved Version of the M739 Fuze. It uses a mechanical
delay called the Impact Delay Mode (IDM) in place of the Pyrotechnic M1 Delay. It has a one-
piece solid aluminum body and five modular sub-assemblies: (1) Crossbar and Holder
Assembly, (2) Firing Pin and Detonator Assembly, (3) Setting Sleeve Assembly, (4) Impact
Delay Module (IDM) and (%) the Safe and Arming (S&A) Assembly. The crossbar and holder
assembly is a rain insensitive sleeve that allows firing in heavy rain or foliage with reduced
probability of downrange premature functioning.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N340
Weight - 1.43 pounds

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Nomenclature: M762A1/M767A1 Name: Electronic Time Fuze
Artillery
Capability:
The M762A1/M767A1 is an electronic fuze used that is autosettable for use with spin stabilized
105mm and 155mm artillery projectiles.
Description:
The M762A1/M767A1 is an electronic fuze used with spin stabilized 105mm and 155mm
artillery projectiles. The M762A1 is used with the cargo carrying projectiles. The M767A1 is
similar to the M762A1; however, a booster cup is attached to its base end to provide
compatibility with the bursting and fragmentation projectiles. Also the M762A1 and the M767A1
each have their own unique inductive setting ID code. Both fuzes can be set to function in the
time mode or impact mode. The M762A1/M767A1 can be set manually without the need of a
tool or set remotely via an inductive link with an inductive autosetter. These setting features
support an increase in the rate of fire. The M762A1/M767A1 will also further reduce the
potential for fuze setting mistakes due to human errors.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N289 (M762), NA17 (M762A1), N290 (M767)
Weight - 1.1 lbs. (M762 and M762A1)
1.2 lb. (M767 and M767A1)
Projectile Intrusion - 1.51 in. (M762 and M762A1)
2.21 in. (M767 and M767A1)
Arming Method - Setback, Spin, and Piston Actuator Imitation
Rotation - Non-arm 900 rpm
All-arm 2,100 rpm
All-arm 1,000 Gs
Maximum Ballistic Levels - 30,000 rpm; 30,000 Gs
Reliability - 99%
Contractor - L3-BTFP, Lancaster, PA
Status - Inventory
M762A1/M767A1 Electronic Time Fuze Artillery

19-43 FOUO
Nomenclature: M782 Name: Multi Option Fuze Artillery (MOFA)
Capability:
The M762 Multi Option Fuze Artillery (MOFA) provides proximity, precision time, delay and
impact functions in a single fuze.
Description:
The M782 MOFA fuze is compatible with all current bulk filled bursting projectiles fired in the
105mm (M102 and M119 cannon systems); and 155mm cannon systems (Paladin, and the
M198). The MOFA provides proximity, precision time, delay and impact functions in a single
fuze, and the inductive fuze set feature optimizes MOFA for use with automated ammunition
handling equipment. It has improved Electronic Counter Measure (ECM) capability, Rapid
Inductive Set Capability and provides Improved Combat Effectiveness
Characteristics:
DODIC - NA09
Type - Multi Option
Weight - 1.94 lbs.
Projectile Intrusion - 2.21 in. max
Rotation - Non-arm 1,100rpm
All-arm 1,700 rpm
Contractor - L3-KDI, Cincinnati, OH; ATK, ABL,WV
Status - Inventory
M782 Multi Option Fuze Artillery (MOFA)
19-44 FOUO
Nomenclature: MK399 MOD 1 Name: Point Detonating
(PD)/Delay Fuze
Capability:
The MK399 MOD1 is a point detonating and delay fuze for use in concrete and masonry
structures, light armored vehicles and maritime crafts.
Description:
This MK399 MOD 1 is the Army's Military Operations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) fuze for 105mm,
155mm and for the US Air Force AC-130 gunships. It is a dual setting PD or Delay Set with a
screwdriver or M18 setter. MK 399 MOD 1 has a hardened steel penetrator body. This fuze
functions reliably after penetration in the delay mode, penetrating concrete and masonry
structures, light-armored vehicles and maritime craft. It has a safe and arm with a dual
environment safety lock capable of withstanding 30,000 g setback and 30,000 RPM spin. The
Delay Mode functions within .004 - .009 seconds.
Characteristics:
DODIC - N659
Type - Multi Option
Weight -
Projectile Intrusion -
Arming Method -
Rotation -

Contractor - L3-Communications, Lancaster, PA
Status - Inventory
MK399 MOD1 Point Detonating (PD)/Delay Fuze
19-45 FOUO
19-46 FOUO
CHAPTER
TWENTY 1 June 2009
ARMY MORTAR MUNITIONS

Nomenclature: M120/M121 Name: 120mm Mortar
Capability:
Provide heavy weapon, high-angle organic indirect fire support to the maneuver unit
commander. Destroy personnel and materiel targets out to over 7,000 meters and as close as
166 meters with a killing radius of 70 meters.
Description:
The M120/121 120mm Mortar is a conventional smoothbore, muzzle-loaded, crew-served, high
angle-of fire mortar system that provides increased range, lethality and safety compared to the
M30 4.2 Inch Mortar it replaced in mechanized infantry, motorized, armored, and cavalry units.
It is employed in towed (M120) and carrier-mounted (M121) versions and in the Stryker Brigade
Combat Team mortar carrier. The M120, like all other U.S. mortars, fires a family of enhanced
fin-stabilized, U.S.-produced ammunition from a smooth bore. Horseshoe-shaped cheese
charges are used to propel the round from the tube. Depending on the distance to the target
and the hang time desired, one to four charges are used. Although heavy mortars require
trucks or tracked mortar carriers to move them, they are still much lighter than field artillery
pieces. They outrange light and medium mortars, and their explosive power is much greater.
The M120 towed Mortar System is transported on a trailer towed by the M998 High Mobility
Multi-Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) and consists of the following components:
Characteristics:
M298 Cannon Assembly - 110 lbs.
M191 (Bipod) - 68 lbs.
M9 Baseplate - 136 lbs.
M67 sight unit 2.25 lbs.
M1101 Trailer - 1460 lbs.
Maximum Rate of Fire - 16 rounds/min (first minute)
Sustained Rate of Fire - 4 rounds/min indefinitely
Cartridge Weight - 13.65 kg (30lbs.)
Bursting Radius 70 meters
Contractor - Various Contractors
Status - Production
Management: PEO AMMO & PM-Mortars; Picatinny Arsenal, NJ
Technical Order: TM 9-1015-250-10
M120 Mortar Ground Mounted M121 Mortar in M113A3
20-1 FOUO
Nomenclature: M934A1 Name: 120mm High
Explosive (HE) Cartridge
Capability:
Destroy personnel, and light materiel targets.
Description:
The M934A1 120mm High Explosive cartridge with the M734A1 Multi-Option Fuze (MOF) is
designed for use with the M120, 120mm Towed Mortar System and the M121, Carrier Mortar
System. It is used against personnel and materiel providing both fragmentation and blast
effects. It consists of a Steel Shell Body with Composition B fill, a plastic split-ring Obturator,
and an aluminum M31 Fin Assembly. The propulsion system utilizes the M1020 Ignition
Cartridge and four horseshoe-shaped, water-resistant M234 Propelling Charges.
Characteristics:
Range - Maximum: 7,200m
Minimum: 200m
Sustained Rate of Fire - 6 rounds/min
Cartridge Weight - 30.17 lbs.
Cartridge Length - 27.99 in.
Fuze - M734A1 MOF
Explosive - Composition B
Reliability - 97% at 90% confidence
Probable Error - Range: 1.5%
Deflection: 1.0%
Contractor - GD-OTS Canada (formerly SNC TEC) for Load, Assemble and Pack (LAP)
L3/KDI, Cincinnati, OH for M734A1 MOF
Status - Production/Deployment
Management: PEO AMMO & PM-CAS; Picatinny Arsenal, NJ

Comp B HE Fill
M1020 Ignition
Cartridge M734A1
MO Fuze
M31 Fin
Obturating Ring
M234 Prop
Charge
20-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: M934A2 Name: 120mm HE Insensitive
Munition (IM) Cartridge
Capability:
Destroy personnel, bunker and light materiel targets.
Description:
The 120mm M934A2 High Explosive Insensitive Munition cartridge with the M734A1 Multi-
Option Fuze (MOF) is designed for use with the M120, 120mm Towed Mortar System and the
M121, Carrier Mortar System. It will provide enhanced-insensitive munitions (IM) performance
against unplanned external thermal and shock stimuli such as Fast and Slow Cook-Off,
Sympathetic Detonation, and Bullet/Fragment Impact. It will be used against personnel,
bunkers and materiel providing both fragmentation and blast effects.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 300m
Deflection: 1.0%
Effectiveness - 50% Improvement over 4.2” M329A1 HE
Reliability - 0.97 at 80% Confidence
IM Performance Targets (Threshold / Objective):
- Fast & Slow Cook-Off: Type V / Type IV
- Sympathetic Detonation: Type III / Type II
- Bullet Impact: Type V / Type IV
- Fragment Impact: Type V / Type IV
Maintains interfaces with standard M1020/M234 Propulsion System, M734A1 MOF, and M31
Fin Assembly.
Fuze - M734A1 MOF will utilize IM-enhanced PBXN-5 Booster
and interfaces with M1064 Carrier ammunition storage racks
Incorporate PA174 Monopack and new pallet configuration
Contractor - L3/KDI, Cincinnati, OH for M734A1 MOF: GD-OTS, Scranton, PA for
Shell Bodies
Status - The program is on hold until Common Mortar IM explosive solution is
implemented.
20-3 FOUO
Nomenclature: M933A1 Name: 120mm High
Capability:
Destroy personnel, bunker and light materiel targets.
Description:
The M933A1 120mm High Explosive (HE) cartridge with the M783 Point Detonating/Delay
(PD/DLY) Fuze is designed for use with the M120, 120mm Towed Mortar System and the
M121, Carrier Mortar System. It is used against personnel, bunker and light materiel targets. It
consists of a Steel Shell Body with Composition B fill, a plastic split-ring Obturator, and the
aluminum M31 Fin Assembly. The propulsion system utilizes the M1020 Ignition Cartridge and
four horseshoe-shaped, water-resistant M234 Propelling Charges. The M933A1 is similar to
the M934A1 HE cartridge, except the M934A1 uses the M734A1 Multi-Option Fuze (MOF) for
Mortars.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 200m
Explosive - Composition B
Fuze - M783 PD/DLY
Reliability - 97% at 90% confidence
- Deflection: 1.0%
Contractor - GDOTS Canada, LAP; Pocal Industries, Scranton, PA for M1020 Ign. Ctg.;
L3/KDI, Cincinnati, OH for M783 PD/DLY Fuze; GD-OTS Scranton, PA for Shell
Bodies
Status - Production/Training/Development
Technical Order: TM-43-0001-28 M783 PD Fuze
Comp B HE Fill
M1020 Ignition
Cartridge
Obturating
M31 Fin Ring
M234 Prop
Charge
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Nomenclature: M929 Name: 120mm White Phosphorus (WP)
Smoke Cartridge
Capability:
The M929 is designed for screening, obscuration, and spotting missions.
Description:
The M929 provides smoke obscuration and spotting for area targets. The cartridge is filled with
5 lbs. of WP. When the fuze functions, it detonates the burster, which disperses the felt pads
which are soaked with WP. The smoke obscuration is generated by a spontaneous reaction
between the WP and oxygen. Two configurations are in inventory: M929 with M734A1 Multi-
Option (MO) Fuze and XM929 with M745 point detonating (PD) fuze.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 200m
Cartridge Weight - 30 lbs.
Cartridge Length - 28 in.
Fill - 5 lbs. White Phosphorous (WP)
Fuze - M734A1 MO or M745 PD Fuze
Burn Time - Approximately 6.5 Minutes
Reliability - 97% at 80% confidence level
Probable Error in Range (PEr) at max range
- 2 .0 % Required
- PEr 1.0% Required
Ballistically similar to the M934A1 HE, M930/M983 Illums and M931 FRP
Effectiveness - Provides twice the obscuration effectiveness of the 4.2” M328A1 WP
cartridge
Contractors - PM CAS System Integration; Pine Bluff Arsenal, Arkansas for Load, Assemble
and Pack
M734A1 MOFM (M929)
M234 Propelling White
M745 PD Fuze (XM929)
Charges Phosphorus Felt
M31
Fin
Ignition Cartridge* Fuze Booster

Obturator (Comp B)
M86
Ring Burster
(Comp B)
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Nomenclature: M930 Name: 120mm Visible Light (VL)
Illuminating Cartridge
Capability:
Used as signaling and to illuminate target areas to facilitate adjustment of fire and allow infantry
to engage enemy equipment and Personnel.
Description:
The M930 cartridge is a fin stabilized, mortar cartridge that consists of a M776 Mechanical Time
Superquick (MTSQ) fuze, a steel 2-piece shell body that contains the payload (parachute and
canister), and a fin assembly that contains the ignition cartridge and propelling charges. The
payload is base ejected and upon ignition produces visible light illumination. This visible light
illumination allows for monitoring of enemy activities and adjustment of fire at greater
observation distances during night operations. It also provides a means for day/night signaling.
It is particularly useful in combined operations with allies who may not have night vision devices
(NVDs). This round illuminates to the full range of the M934A1 high explosive round, which
allows adjustment of fire at any distance out to the maximum range, and provides a significant
increase in illumination intensity and effectiveness over the 4.2-inch cartridge that it replaces.
The M930 is fired from the M120 Towed and M121 Carrier-Mounted mortar systems.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 200m
Fuze - M776 MTSQ Fuze
VL Illumination - 1.0M candela
Burn Time - 50 to 60 seconds
Reliability - 95% at point estimate
Probable Error - Range: 2%
Deflection: 1%
Contractors - PM CAS System Integration; Pine Bluff Arsenal, Arkansas for LAP
Front Body M234 Propelling Charges
Rear Body M1020 Ignition Cartridge
Expelling Chg
Assembly
Canister Loading
M776 MTSQ Assembly M31 Fin
Parachute Assembly Assembly
Fuze
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Nomenclature: M983 Name: 120mm Infrared (IR)
Capability:
Used to illuminate target areas to facilitate adjustment of fire and allow infantry with night vision
devices to engage enemy equipment and Personnel.
Description:
Superquick (MTSQ) fuze, a steel 2-piece shell body that contains the payload (parachute and
canister), and a fin assembly that contains the ignition cartridge and propelling charges. The
payload is base ejected and upon ignition produces infrared (IR) illumination. This infrared light
illumination allows for monitoring of enemy activities and adjustment of fire at greater
observation distances during night operations. The advantage of the infrared over conventional
illumination is that there is minimal visible light. This reduces the possibility of exposing forward
friendly troop positions while also allowing covert adjustment of fire at greater observation
distances through use of passive Night Vision Devices (NVDs). This round illuminates to the full
range of the M934A1 high explosive round, which allows adjustment of fire at any distance out
to the maximum range. The M983 cartridge is ballistically similar to the M930 visible light
illuminating cartridge, except for the chemical composition of the illuminating material, and
provides a field of view equal or greater to that of the M930 visible light cartridge. The M983 is
fired from the M120 Towed and M121 Carrier-Mounted mortar systems.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 200m
Burn Time - 50 to 60 seconds
IR Illumination - 75 watts/steradian
Cartridge Weight - 30.6 lbs. Probable Error - Range: 2%
Cartridge Length - 27.8 in. Deflection: 1%
Fuze - M776 MTSQ Fuze Reliability - 95% at 90% confidence level

Expelling Chg Front
Body Rear M234 Propelling M1020 Ignition
Assembly Body Charges Cartridge
M31 Fin
M776 MTSQ Fuze Canister Loading Parachute Assembly
Assembly Assembly
20-7 FOUO
Nomenclature: M931 Name: 120mm Full Range
Practice Cartridge (FRPC)
Capability:
FRPCs are used when training crews and indirect fire teams (less expensive than service
ammunition) or when the use of service ammunition is restricted. The M931 is a training round
that can be used when firing M120 and M121 mortars.
Description:
This Cartridge is a full-range practice cartridge for use in the 120mm, M120 and M121 Battalion
Mortar Systems. It provides realistic training for 120mm Mortar crews at reduced costs. The
M931 is ballistically similar to the M934A1 HE cartridge. It will match the M934A1 in size and,
shape. The M931 FRPC is equipped with M781 PD Practice Fuze, a facsimile of the M734A1
Multi-Option Fuze (MOF). The M781 PD Fuze produces a flash, bang and smoke signature
that provides audio/visual feedback to the mortar crew and forward observer. The M931 FRPC
will not exceed 75% of the unit production cost of the M934A1 Cartridge.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 200m
Fuze - M781 PD Fuze
Deflection: 1%

Contractors - GD-OTS, Canada for Load, Assemble and Pack; Pocal Industries, Scranton, PA
for Practice Fuze; GD-OTS Scranton, PA for Shell Bodies
Status - Production/Training/Deployment

Fuze Adapter
Shell Body
M31 Fin
M781 PD FUZE
Center Vent
Tube
M1020
Ignition
CTG
M233 Prop
Charges
20-8 FOUO
Nomenclature: M224 Name: 60mm Mortar
Capability:
Provide short -range indirect fire support to airborne, air assault, light infantry, mountain and
special operations forces.
Description:
The M224 60mm mortar is a muzzle-loaded, smooth-bore high-angle weapon used for close-in
support of ground troops. It can be fired in the conventional mode or handheld mode. It can be
drop-fired or trigger-fired. The M224 provides air assault, airborne, ranger, and light infantry
rifle companies with an effective, efficient, and flexible weapon. The inherent limitations of a
light mortar (short-range and small-explosive charge) can be minimized by careful planning and
a thorough knowledge of its capabilities. The mortar can be fired accurately with or without a
fire direction center. The short minimum range of the M224 makes the mortar well suited for
close protective fires against an assaulting enemy, for block-to-block fighting in cities, and
combat over close terrain with restricted visibility. The M224 can be employed in several
different configurations. The lightest weighs about 18 pounds; the heaviest weighs about 46.5
pounds. Each round weighs about 4 pounds.
Characteristics: M225 Cannon Assembly (14.4 lbs.)
Length - 40 in M8 Auxiliary Baseplate (3.6 lbs.)
M170 Bipod Assembly (15.2 lbs.)
M7 Baseplate (14.4 lbs.)
Weight - 47 lbs. (conventional); 18 lbs. (handheld)
Crew - 3
Max. Range - 3,490 m (conventional); 1,340 m (handheld)
Min. Range - 70 m (conventional); 75 m (handheld)
Rate of Fire - (dependent on ammunition round fired)
Max: 18-30 per rounds minute for 1 to 4 min
Sustained: 8 to 20 rounds per minute indefinitely
Ammunition - High-explosive/multi-option fuze, high- explosive point detonating fuze,
white phosphorous/smoke, and illumination
Status - Production
M242 60mm Mortar, Hand Held
20-9 FOUO
Nomenclature: M720A1 Name: 60mm High Explosive (HE)
Cartridge
Capability:
Provide medium weapon, high-angle organic indirect fire support to the maneuver unit
commander. Destroy personnel and materiel targets out to over 3,489m and as close as
70 meters with a killing radius of 30 meters.
Description:
The M720A1 60mm High Explosive cartridge with Multi-Option Fuze is designed for use with the
M224 lightweight company mortar system in all light infantry battalions including Airborne, Air
Assault and Ranger. It is used against personnel and materiel providing both fragmentation
and blast effects. The M720A1 incorporates several new design features which improves the
response to unplanned stimuli over the previous M720. This was achieved through a system
level approach during its redesign. Upgrades from the previous version include a new explosive
fill (PAX-21), fuze, shell body, fuze adapter and propellant charge.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Maximum Rate of Fire - 30 rounds/min for 4 min
Body - Alloy Steel
Color - Olive Drag
Explosive - 0.79 PAX-21
Fuze - M734A1 MO Fuze
Reliability - 98%
Contractors - Day & Zimmermann Inc., Kansas AAP for LAP; Medico Industries, Wilkes Barre,
PA for Shell Bodies; L3/KDI, Cincinnati, OH for M734A1 fuze; GDOTS-Canada,
awarded LAP contract for FY06 & future buys
PBX-N5 Booster
PAX-21 HE Fill
M734A1
MO Fuze
M235 Prop
Charge
Fuze
M27 Fin
HF-1 Body
M702 Ignition Cartridge
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Nomenclature: M768 Name: 60 mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge
Capability:
commander. Destroy personnel and materiel targets out to over 3,400m and as close as 70
meters with a killing radius of 30 meters.
Description:
The 60mm Mortar High Explosive/Point Detonating/Delay (HE/PD/DLY) cartridges are designed
for use with the M224 lightweight company mortar system (LWCMS) in all light infantry
battalions including Airborne, Air Assault and Ranger. It will use the new M738 dual safety,
point detonating/delay fuze, tail assembly, and high fragmentation steel projectile body. This
round will be used primarily in training because it is significantly less expensive than the
M720A1, the preferred warfighting round. However, the M768 will be lethal and can be used in
combat.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Cartridge Weight - 3.59 lbs. Reliability - 98%
Cartridge Length - 14.84 in. Probable Error - Range: 1.5% of mean range
Body - Alloy Steel - Deflection: 1% of mean range
Color - Olive Drab
Explosive - 0.79 lb PAX-21
Fuze - M783 PD Fuze
Contractors - Day & Zimmermann Inc., Kansas AAP for LAP; Medico Industries, Wilkes Barre,
PA for Shell Bodies; L3/KDI, Cincinnati, OH for M734A1 fuze; GDOTS-Canada,
awarded LAP contract for FY06 & future buys
PBX-N5 M768 w/M783
Booster P
PAX-21
HE Fill
M235 Prop
Charge
Fuze Adapter
e
M27
Fin HF-1 Body
n M702 Ignition
Cartridge
20-11 FOUO
Nomenclature: M888 Name: 60mm High Explosive (HE) Cartridge
Capability:
Description:
The M888 has the same body and propulsion system as the M720 HE/MO but uses the M935
Point Detonating Fuze. It is 14.7 inches in length and weighs 3.9 pounds. The M935 PD Fuze
is a modification of the M567 Fuze and provides reversible selection between superquick and
delay modes. The fuze contains a safety wire. The cartridge was last loaded, assembled and
packed at Milan Army Ammunition Plant. The M888 was developed by ARDEC, and type
classified in Mar 1983. The Joint Munitions Command manages the M888, which is purchased
only by the US Marine Corps.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Maximum Rate of Fire - 30 rounds/min for 4 min
Body - Alloy Steel
Color - Olive Drab w/yellow markings
Explosive - 0.79 lb. PAX-21
Fuze - M935 PD Fuze
Reliability - 88% at 90% confidence level C.L.
Probable Error - Range: 75 meters max at charge 4

Contractors - GDOTS-Canada awarded FY06 LAP contract FY08 and future buys on Milan
Facility Use Contract.
M702 Ignition Cartridge Obturating Ring M935 PD Fuze
M27 Fin M204 Propellant Charge

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Nomenclature: M722A1 Name: 60mm White Phosphorus (WP)
Smoke Cartridge
Capability:
The M772A1 is designed for screening and obscuration missions.
Description:
The M722A1 60mm Smoke cartridge is designed for use with the M224, 60mm Mortar System
as a spotting/marking round. The steel projectile is bulk loaded with white phosphorous. When
the fuze functions, it detonates the M85 burster, which ruptures the projectile and disperses the
white phosphorus. The M722A1 replaced the M745 mechanical point-detonating fuze with the
reliable, safe, and cost effective electronic M783 Point Detonating (PD) and Delay (DLY) fuze
Characteristics:
Range - Maximum: 3200m
Minimum: 300m
Body - Steel
Color - Light Green w/red marking and 1 yellow band
Fill - Bulk-filled with WP
Fuze - M783 PD/DLY Fuze
Reliability - 98% @ 90% confidence level C.L.
Deflection: 2.5 mils
Contractors - PM CAS System Integration Pine Bluff Arsenal, Arkansas for Load, Assemble
and Pack
M783
PD/DLY Fuze
Obturating Ring
M27 Fin
M204 Prop Charge
M702 Ignition Cartridge
20-13 FOUO
Nomenclature: M721 Name: 60mm Visible Light (VL)
Capability:
Used to illuminate target areas to facilitate adjustment of fire and allow infantry to engage
enemy equipment and Personnel.
Description:
Superquick (MTSQ) fuze, a thin wall steel body tube and aluminum tail cone that contains the
payload (parachute and canister), and a fin assembly that contains the ignition cartridge and
propelling charges. The payload is base ejected and upon ignition produces visible light
illumination. This visible light illumination allows for monitoring of enemy activities and
adjustment of fire at greater observation distances during night operations. It also provides a
means for day/night signaling. It is particularly useful in combined operations with allies who
may not have night vision devices (NVDs). It Provides 325,000 candelas of Visible Light. The
M721 is fired from the M224 Lightweight Mortar System and is ballistically similar to the 60mm
M767 IR Illuminating cartridge.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 300m
Burn Time - 40 seconds
VL Illumination - 325,000 candela
Color - White w/black markings
Fill - Bulk-filled with WP
Reliability - 95% @ 90% confidence level (CL)
M27 Fin M204/M235 Canister Loading

Propelling Assembly M776 MTSQ
Charges Fuze
Parachute Body Tube

M702 Assembly
Ignition Tail Cone Assembly
Cartridge Assembly
20-14 FOUO
Capability:
Description:
Superquick (MTSQ) fuze, a thin wall steel body tube and aluminum tail cone that contains the
payload (parachute and canister), and a fin assembly that contains the ignition cartridge and
propelling charges. The payload is base ejected and upon ignition produces infrared (IR)
illumination. The advantage of the infrared over conventional illumination is that there is
minimal visible light. This reduces the possibility of exposing forward friendly troop positions
while also allowing covert adjustment of fire at greater observation distances through use of
passive Night Vision Devices (NVD). The M721 is fired from the M224 Lightweight Mortar
System and is ballistically similar to the M721 visible light illuminating cartridge,
except for the chemical composition of the illuminating material.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 300m
Cartridge Length - 16.85 in. Probable Error - Range: 1.5%
Fill - Bulk-filled with WP - Deflection: 2.5 mils
Color - White w/black markings and 1 orange band
Reliability - 95% @ 90% confidence level C.L.
Canister Loading M776
M204/M235 Propelling Assembly MTSQ Fuze
Charges
M27 Fin
M702
Ignition Parachute Body Tube
Tail Cone Assembly Assembly
Cartridge
20-15 FOUO
Nomenclature: M769 Name: 60mm Full Range Practice
Cartridge (FRPC)
Capability:
The M769 is a low-cost, full range, practice round that will replace a percentage of the standard
HE rounds used in 60mm mortar training.
Description:
The M769 60mm FRPC is designed for use with the M224 lightweight company mortar system
(LWCMS) in all light infantry battalions including Airborne, Air Assault and Ranger. It consists
of a M775 point detonating practice fuze, a steel body that approximates the shape of the
60mm HE service round; and a fin assembly, ignition cartridge and propelling charge that make
up the propulsion system. The M769 has been designed to provide the user with realistic
training at a fraction of the cost. It is identical in shape, size and weight to the M720/M720A1
HE cartridges. The flash, bang and smoke signature provided by the M775 fuze is channeled to
exhaust holes in the rear of the cartridge through the use of a center vent tube. The signature
allows the user to adjust fire as they would for the HE cartridge.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Signature - Visible from 2000m
Color - Blue w/white markings
Fuze - M775 Practice Fuze
Reliability - 97%
Contractors - Medico industries, Wilkes Barre, PA, for Shell Bodies DZI, Camden, AR, awarded
LAP contract for FY06S & future buys
M27 Fin Assembly
M775 Center Vent Tube
Practice
Fuze M235 Propelling Charge
M720 Projectile Body M702 Ignition Cartridge

Obturator Ring Exhaust Holes (4)
20-16 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM1061 Name: 60 mm Enhanced Fragmentation
Mortar Cartridge
Capability:
Description:
The XM1061 EF Evaluation Program is currently type classified and provides enhanced lethality
and effectiveness as compared to the US M720 / M720A1 HE rounds. The XM1061 cartridges
consist of a fuze, a fuze adapter, a HE container loaded with about 254 grams of PBXN-110
explosive.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 61m
Sustained - 15 rounds/min
Cartridge Weight - 4 lbs.
Fill - PBSN-110 Explosive
Fuze - M743A1
Reliability - 98%
Probable Error - Range: 1.5% of mean range
Deflection: 1% of mean range
Contractors - ATK, Plymouth, MN
Status - Production
20-17 FOUO
Nomenclature: M252 Name: 81mm Mortar
Capability:
Provide long-range indirect fire support to airborne, air assault and light infantry across the
entire battalion front with sufficient range to engage targets out to the limit of the battalion zone
of influence.
Description:
The M252 81mm medium weight mortar is an American smooth bore, muzzle-loading, high-angle-of-fire
weapons used for long-range indirect fire support to light Infantry, air Assault, and airborne units across
the entire front of a battalion of influence. In the US Army and US Marine Corps, it is normally deployed
in the mortar platoon of an infantry battalion. The M252 is an adaptation of the standard British mm
mortar.
Characteristics:
Length - 50 in. (1.27m)
Weight - 85.8 lbs.
Crew - 3
Max. Range - 5,608m
Min. Range - 83m
Rate of Fire - (dependent on ammunition round fired)
Max: 25-30 per rounds minute for 2 min
Sustained: 8 to 15 rounds per minute
Ammunition - A variety of NATO-standard ammunition, including high-explosive, red
phosphorous/smoke, and Illumination
Status - Production
M252 81mm Mortar
20-18 FOUO
Nomenclature: M821A1/M889A1 Name: 81mm High Explosive
(HE) Cartridge
Capability:
commander. Destroy personnel and light materiel targets out to over 5,850 meters and as
close as 70 meters with a killing radius of 30 meters.
Description:
The 81mm M821A1 / M889A1 Cartridges consist of a fuze, a HF-1 steel projectile body loaded
with approximately 2 lbs. of COMP B explosive, a plastic obturating ring, a M24 Fin (with canted
blades), a M220 Propelling Charge (with 4 each horseshoe shaped increments), and a M299
Ignition Cartridge (with percussion primer). The cartridges are identical, except for the fuze.
The M821A1 Cartridge is assembled with the M734 Multi-option (MO) Fuze, while the M889A1
Cartridge is assembled with the M935 Point Detonating (PD) Fuze. The M734 Fuze is capable
of functioning proximity (PRX), near surface burst (NSB), impact (IMP) or delay (DLY). The
M935 Fuze is capable of functioning superquick or with 0.05 second delay, on impact.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Fill - 2 lbs. COMP B Explosive with a ball bearing matrix
fragmentation body
Fuze - M734 MO Fuze (M821A1) or M935 PD Fuze (M889A1)
Reliability - 98%
Probable Error - Range: < 1% at ranges >= 1,500m
< 15 meters at ranges < 1,500m
Deflection: < 15 meters
Contractors - New contract being procured
Status - Production/Deployment M889A1 only
Comp B Filler
M220 Propelling
Charges
M24 Fin
M734Multi-Option Fuze
(M821A1) or M935 PD Fuze
(M889A1)
M299 Ignition
Cartridge
20-19 FOUO
Nomenclature: M821A2/M889A1E1 Name: 81mm High Explosive
(HE) Cartridge
Capability:
Description:
The 81mm M821A2 / M889A1E1 Cartridges consist of a fuze, a HF-1 steel projectile body
loaded with approximately 2 lbs. of COMP B explosive, a plastic obturating ring, a M24 Fin (with
canted blades), a 4-increment M220 Propelling Charge, and a M299 Ignition Cartridge (with
percussion primer). The cartridges are identical, except for the fuze. The M821A2 Cartridge is
assembled with the M734A1 Multi-option (MO) Fuze, while the M889A1E1 Cartridge is
assembled with the M783 Point Detonating / Delay (PD/DLY) Fuze. The M734A1 Fuze is
capable of functioning proximity (60/81 PRX), impact (IMP) or delay (DLY). The M783 Fuze is
capable of functioning on impact (IMP) or delay (DLY) and has simulated proximity mode
setting (for training purposes).
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Fill - 2 lbs. COMP B
Fuze - M743A1 MO Fuze (M821A2) or M783 PD/DLY Fuze (889A1E1)
Reliability - 98%
20-20 FOUO
Nomenclature: M821A2E1/XM1058 Name: 81mm High
Capability:
Description: The 81mm M821A2E1 / XM1058 Cartridges consist of a fuze, a threaded plastic
fuze adapter, a HF-1 steel projectile body loaded with approximately 2 lbs. of an IM explosive, a
plastic obturator ring, a M24 Fin (with canted blades), a 4-increment M220 Propelling Charge,
and a M299 Ignition Cartridge (with percussion primer). The cartridges are identical, except for
the fuze. The M821A2E1 Cartridge is assembled with the M734A1 Multi-option (MO) Fuze,
while the XM1058 Cartridge is assembled with the M783 Point Detonating / Delay (PD/DLY)
Fuze. The M734A1 Fuze is capable of functioning proximity (60/81 PRX), impact (IMP) or delay
(DLY). The M783 Fuze is capable of functioning on impact (IMP) or delay (DLY) and has
simulated proximity mode setting (for training purposes).
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Fill - 2 lbs. IM Explosive
Fuze - M743A1 MO Fuze (M821A2E1) or M873 PD/DLY Fuze (XM1085)
Reliability - 98%
20-21 FOUO
Nomenclature: M819 Name: 81mm Red Phosphorous (RP)
Cartridge
Capability:
The M772A1 is designed for screening, marking, and obscuration missions.
Description:
The M819 Cartridge is a fin stabilized thin wall steel body tube containing 28 palletized red
phosphorous (RP) wedges; it uses the M772 Mechanical Time Super Quick Fuze (MTSQ) fuze.
After a set time delay, the RP wedges are ejected and dispersed on the target to quickly
produce an obscuring smoke screen or marking round. A full screen can be developed with 3
rounds as opposed to 15 rounds with the M375 series WP cartridge. Provides 5 times the
obscuration effectiveness of the 81mm M375 WP cartridge
Characteristics:
Minimum: 70m
Fill - 28 pelletized red phosphorous (RP) wedges
Reliability - 98% at 90 % confidence level (CL)

Contractors - PM CAS System Integration; Pine Bluff Arsenal, AK for Pellet Production and LAP
Pocal, Scranton, PA for M752A1 Ignition Cartridge
M772 Mechanical
Time Super Quick
Fuze RP Felt &
Pellets M28 Fin Assembly
M218 M752A1 Ignition

Projectile Cartridge
Propelling
Charge
20-22 FOUO
Nomenclature: M853A1 Name: 81mm Visible Light (VL)
Capability:
Used to illuminate target areas to facilitate adjustment of fire and allow infantry to engage
enemy equipment and Personnel.
Description:
The M853A1 cartridge is a fin stabilized, mortar cartridge that consists of a M772 Mechanical
Time Superquick (MTSQ) fuze, a thin wall aluminum body tube and aluminum tail cone that
contains the payload (parachute and canister), and a fin assembly that contains the ignition
cartridge and propelling charges. The payload is base ejected and upon ignition produces
visible light illumination. This visible light illumination allows for monitoring of enemy activities
and adjustment of fire at greater observation distances during night operations. It also provides
a means for day/night signaling. It is particularly useful in combined operations with allies who
may not have night vision devices (NVDs). This round illuminates to the full range of the HE
round, which allows adjustment of fire at any distance out to the maximum range. The M853A1
is fired from the M252 Lightweight Mortar System and is ballistically similar to the 81mm M816
IR Illuminating cartridge.
Characteristics:
Range - Maximum: 4900m
Minimum: 300m
Burn Time - 50 - 60 seconds
VL Illumination - 600,000 candela
Deflection: < 15 meters at all ranges
Contractors - PM CAS System Integration; Pine Bluff Arsenal, AK for LAP
Management: Joint Munitions Command
M772 MTSQ
M29 VL Candle Fuze
M219 Prop Assembly
Fin
Charge
M752A1 Ignition Parachute Body Tube

Cartridge Assembly Assembly
20-23 FOUO
Capability:
Description:
Superquick (MTSQ) fuze, a thin wall aluminum body tube and aluminum tail cone that contains
the payload (parachute and canister), and a fin assembly that contains the ignition cartridge and
propelling charges. The payload is base ejected and upon ignition produces infrared (IR)
illumination. It is designed to provide infrared illumination which cannot be detected by the
human eye. This reduces the possibility of exposing forward friendly troop positions while also
allowing convert adjustment of fire at greater observation distances through use of passive night
vision devices (NVD). This round illuminates to the full range of the HE round, which allows
adjustment of fire at any distance out to the maximum range. The M816 cartridge is ballistically
similar to the M853A1 visible light illuminating cartridge, except for the chemical composition of
the illuminating material, and provides a field of view equal or greater to that of the M853A1
visible light cartridge. The M816 is fired from the M252 Improved Mortar System.
Characteristics:
Minimum: 1025m
Deflection: <15 meters at all ranges
Contractors - PM CAS System Integration; Pine Bluff Arsenal, AK for LAP
M772
M219 MTSQ
Propelling Canister Loading
Fuze
M29 Fin Charges Assembly
M752A1
Ignition Tail Cone Body Tube
Assembly Parachute
Cartridge Assembly Assembly
20-24 FOUO
Nomenclature: M879 Name: Full Range Practice
(FRPC) Cartridge
Capability:
The M769 is a low-cost, full range, practice round that will replace a percentage of the standard
HE rounds used in 70mm mortar training.
Description:
The M879 Full Range Practice Cartridge (FRPC) is a US developed improved practice rounds
for use in the M252, improved 81mm, Mortar System. The practice cartridge provides realistic
training in place of the M821 A1/M889 A1 High Explosive (HE) Cartridges at a cost savings of
$95M. The M751 Point Detonating Practice Fuze simulates the M734 fuze and can be set, for
training purposes, to the required fuze functioning mode for the fire mission. The M751 fuze
used on this round detonates upon impact and produces a flash, bang, and smoke signature
which gives the forward observer the ability to adjust fire. The M879 cartridge consists of a HE
steel body with an inert concrete payload. The M879 is a full range training round for the 81mm
M252 Mortar System. It simulates the 81mm, M821A1/M889A1 High Explosive (HE).
Characteristics:
Maximum Range - 5,600m
Minimum Range - 70m
Signature - Visible from 2000m
Reliability - 97% at 80% confidence Level
Effectiveness - Visual effect to allow adjustment from a range of 2500m

Contractors - Currently not in production
M24 Fin Inert Filled M751

Assembly Projectile Practice
Body Fuze
M299 M220 M734 Simulated

Propelling Obturator
Ignition Fuze Cover
Charge Ring
Cartridge
20-25 FOUO
Nomenclature: XM784/XM785 Name: Electronic Time (ET) Fuze
Capability:
The XM784/XM785 will be used with the 60mm, 81mm, and 120mm Illuminating Cartridges
and the 81mm smoke cartridge. They will maintain ballistic similitude with all cartridges.
The XM784/XM785 ET fuze will replace the M776/M772 fuzes respectively. These fuzes will
be developed to improve timing accuracy and provide fuze safety to current requirements per
MIL-STD-1316.
Description:
The XM784/XM785 ET fuze is a Material Change program to replace the M776/M772 fuzes
respectively. These fuzes will be developed to improve timing accuracy and provide fuze safety
to current requirements per MIL-STD-1316. The XM784 will be compatible with fielded and
current developmental US 60mm and 120mm M721, M767, M930, and M983 mortar cartridges.
The XM785 will be compatible with fielded and current developmental US 81mm M853A1,
M816, and M819 mortar cartridges. The ET Fuze is an ACAT III Materiel Change Program.
PEO Ammunition is the MDA.
Characteristics:
Safety Per MIL-STD-1316 (Dual Environ Safety)
Cartridge Compatibility - 60 mm (M721 Illum & M767 IR Illum)
81 mm (M853A1 Illum, M816 IR Illum & M819 RP Smoke)
20 mm (M930 Illum, M983 IR Illum)
Hand Settable and Self Illuminating
Reliability - 98%
Set Time - 5 - 99.9 Seconds (0.1 Sec Increments)
Will not Degrade Cartridge Range
20 Year Shelf Life (Controlled Environment)
Minimum Arming Distance - 00 Meters

Contractors - ATK, Plymouth, Minnesota
Status - Production (Materiel Change), ACAT: III
XM784 XM785
20-26 FOUO
CHAPTER
TWENTYONE1 June 2009
ARMY ROCKETS AND MISSILES

Nomenclature: M270A1 Name: Multiple Launch Rocket
System (MLRS)
Capability:
Provides all-weather counterfire and suppression of time sensitive point and area targets
located in either open or complex urban terrain. Targets include Counter Fire, High Payoff
Targets, Enemy Air Defense, Logistics Sites, Command and Control Sites, light materiel, and
personnel targets at ranges from 15 to 300+km.
Description:
The MLRS M270A1 is a highly maneuverable tracked rocket/missile launcher based on the
M270 stretched Bradley chassis weapons platform. The M270A1 program used
remanufactured M993 Carriers and M269 Launcher Loader Modules, and incorporated the
Improved Fire Control System (IFCS) and the Improved Launcher Mechanical System (ILMS)
modifications. The M270A1 fires all rockets and missiles in the current and future Multiple
Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Family of Munitions to include GMLRS rockets and Army
Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) missiles. The new versions of the GMLRS and ATACMS
munitions are specifically fitted with unitary warheads that minimize collateral damage. The
launcher carries two Launch Pod/Containers (LP/Cs), each consisting of six MLRS rockets or
one ATACMS missile. This highly automated self-loading and self-aiming system contains a
fire control computer that integrates the vehicle and rocket launching operations. Without
leaving the cab, the crew of three (driver, gunner, and section chief) can fire up to twelve MLRS
rockets in less than 60 seconds. The M270A1 reduces launcher Operation and Support costs
by 31% and improves slew time responsiveness by 60%. The M270A1 is transportable by C-5
and C-17. A Modular Launcher Communications System (MLCS) development program is
ongoing to provide long-range communications, situational awareness and sensor to effects
capability to each platform.
Characteristics:
Length - 22.5 ft
Width - 9.8 ft
Height - 8.5 ft
Weight (combat loaded) - 54,500 lbs.
Vehicle Range - 300 miles
Speed - 40+ mph
Crew - 3
Munitions Range - 15 to 300 + km
Contractor - Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, Dallas, TX (Launcher / Munitions)
British Aerospace Systems (Vehicle)
Status - Fielded
Management: U.S. Army AMCOM, PEO Missiles and Space, PM Precision Fires Rocket and
Missile Systems, Redstone Arsenal, AL
Field Manual (FM): FM 6-60 has been renamed the FM 3-09.60.
21-1 FOUO
M270A1 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS)
21-2 FOUO
Nomenclature: M142 Name: High Mobility Artillery
Rocket System (HIMARS)
Capability:
Provides all-weather counterfire and suppression of time sensitive point and area targets
located in either open or complex urban terrain. Targets include Counter Fire, High Payoff
Targets, Enemy Air Defense, Logistics Sites, Command and Control Sites, light materiel, and
personnel targets at ranges from 15 to 300+km.
Description:
HIMARS is an air transportable, wheeled, indirect fire, rocket/missile system that is capable of
firing all rockets and missiles in the current and future Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS)
Family of Munitions (MFOM). The HIMARS system is deployable (roll on/roll off fully combat
loaded) by C-130 and larger aircraft. The M142 uses on-board technical fire control and GPS-
augmented position/navigation systems that are comparable to the M270A1 launcher. The
M142 holds one Launch Pod Container/Guided Missile Launch Assembly (LPC/GMLA)
containing six Guided MLRS (GMLRS)/MLRS rockets or one Army Tactical Missile System
(ATACMS) missile. The new versions of the GMLRS and ATACMS munitions are specifically
fitted with unitary warheads that minimize collateral damage. The M142 firing and reload times
are comparable to the M270A1 launcher. Deployed units utilize the Low Signature Armored
Cab-HIMARS (LSAC-H) variant for armored crew protection. An Improved Crew Protection
(ICP) Armored Cab has completed development and will be cut into production and
procured for retrofit across the entire fleet. A Modular Launcher Communications System
(MLCS) development program is ongoing to provide long-range communications, situational
awareness and sensor to effects capability to each platform
Characteristics:
Length - 25.8 ft
Width - 8.3 ft
Height - 8.8ft
Weight (Combat Loaded) - 35,000 lbs.
Vehicle Range - 300 miles
Speed - 58+ mph
Crew - 3
Munitions Range - 15 to 300 + km

Contractor - Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, Dallas, TX (Launcher / Munitions)
British Aerospace Systems (Vehicle)
Status - Fielded
Management: U.S. Army AMCOM, PEO Missiles and Space, PM Precision Fires Rocket and
Missile Systems, Redstone Arsenal, AL
Field Manual (FM): FM3-09.60
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M142 HIMARS firing a GMLRS
M142 HIMARS ICP Cab M142 HIMARS firing an

ATACMS Missile
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Nomenclature: M30, XM31 Name: Guided Multiple Launch
Rocket System (GMLRS)
Capability:
The GMLRS rocket gives the tactical commander an immediate, all-weather deep fire capability
necessary to engage time critical targets out to 70 kilometers with increased lethality and Global
Positioning System (GPS) accuracy, while minimizing collateral damage.
Description:
The M30 GMLRS Dual Purpose Improved Conventional Munitions (DPICM) rocket is an
extremely accurate area suppression weapon possessing a warhead consisting of 404 DPICM
grenades. It is inertially guided with GPS aided updates and is fired from the M270A1 or
HIMARS launchers. M30 GMLRS DPICM is employed against lightly armored, stationary
targets such as towed artillery, air defense units, and communication sites. The XM31 GMLRS
Unitary rocket is a modified version of the current GMLRS DPICM rocket. It contains a single,
196 pound high explosive pre-formed fragmentation warhead with a tri-mode fuze (proximity,
point detonate and delay) effective against critical point targets located in restricted terrain to
ranges of 70km. It is inertially guided with GPS aided updates and is fired from the M270A1 or
HIMARS launchers. An Urgent Material Release (UMR) version of the (M31) Unitary rocket,
with a dual mode fuze (point detonate and delay), was produced in limited quantities in
response to an Urgent Need Statement (UNS) submitted by Multi-National Corps - Iraq (MNC-I)
in October 2004.
Characteristics:
Rocket Diameter - 227mm
Rocket Length - 3,937 mm
Rocket Reliability - Threshold 92 percent; objective: 95 percent
Ballistic Range(s) - 10 to 70 + kilometers
GMLRS DPICM
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GMLRS Unitary
Contractor:
Contractor - Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control
Management:
U.S. Army AMCOM, PEO Missiles and Space, PM Precision Fires Rocket and Missile Systems,
Redstone Arsenal, Al.
Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS)

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Nomenclature: M39, M39A1, Name: Army Tactical
M48, M57 Missile System (ATACMS)
Capability:
The ATACMS missile gives the land-component commander an immediate, all-weather deep
fire capability necessary to engage time critical targets at long range with increased lethality and
Global Positioning System (GPS) accuracy, while minimizing collateral damage.
Description:
The Army TACMS family of munitions is a fielded, ground-launched missile system consisting of
surface-to-surface guided missiles with variants containing anti-personnel/anti-materiel (APAM)
and unitary warheads. Army TACMS missiles are fired from the M270A1 Multiple Launch Rocket
System (MLRS) and the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) launchers. Army
TACMS variants provide the all weather capability to engage targets with Global Positioning
System (GPS) accuracy at ranges well beyond the capability of existing cannons and rockets, and
during situations when air delivered munitions are not available. Operations include Joint
Suppression of Enemy Air Defense, shaping and shielding fires. Targets include air defense
systems, logistics elements, and command, control, and communications complexes.
- Block I (BLK I) and Block IA (BLK IA) missiles have APAM warheads. BLK I has a range
of 165 kilometers, and BLK IA has a range of 300 kilometers.
- Quick Reaction Unitary (QRU) missiles have a Unitary 500 pound high-explosive warhead
with a point-detonating fuze and a range of 270 kilometers. QRU missiles were produced to
meet an Urgent Material Release (UMR) requirement for the Global War on Terror (GWOT).
- Army TACMS 2000 Unitary (T2KU) missiles hardware configuration has much
commonality with the QRU missiles, but also has an improved Navigation and Guidance
capability featuring a SAASM based, all-in-view GPS receiver, an improved Control Actuator
System (CAS) and Electronic Control Unit (EUC), and a more reliable, repeatable FMU-161
fuze. New Operational Flight Software (OFS) also allows a near vertical attack trajectory for
urban target engagements.
Characteristics:
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Contractor:
Contractor - Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control
Management:
U.S. Army AMCOM, PEO Missiles and Space, PM Precision Fires Rocket and Missile Systems,
Redstone Arsenal, Al.
ATACMS Launch
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CHAPTER
TWENTYTWO
1 June 2009
TEST EQUIPMENT

Nomenclature: AN/GYQ-79A Name: Common Munitions Built-
TEST PROGRAM SET in-Test Reprogramming Equipment
(CMBRE)
Capability:
The Common Munitions Built-in-Test Reprogramming Equipment (CMBRE) allows U.S. Air
Force and Navy personnel to initiate munition BIT, record maintenance data, and reprogram
munitions OFP software on numerous MIL-STD-1760 smart munitions and Non MIL-STD-1760
Smart munitions such as the Joint Direct Attack Munition, the Advanced Medium Range Air-to-
Air Missile as well as next-generation weapon systems such as the Small Diameter Bomb.
Description:
Advanced precision-guided munitions require complex processors that need high-speed
reprogramming equipment. To meet the growing demand for sophisticated test equipment, the
CMBRE Plus is equipped with a 100MHz Ethernet port, Windows XP and Extended Bit-Rate
(EBR) capabilities. At the same time, the CMBRE Plus is capable of servicing the U.S.
military's existing inventory of smart munitions. Consequently, the CMBRE Plus is capable of
testing the weapons of today as well as those that will enter service in the future. AF and Navy
safety certified for use in flight line, back shop, and carrier deck environments.
Characteristics: Three box system:

TEST ADAPTER UNIT (BOX 1)
CONTROLLER UNIT (BOX 2)
ACCESSORY KIT (BOX 3)
Unpackaged per system

LBS L D H Cubic Ft
Box 1 inches 22 18 13
ft 1.8 1.5 1.1 3
weight 41.2
ft 1.5 1.4 1.3 2.7
weight 45.85
ft 1.5 1.5 1.5 3.4
weight 36.15
Total 123.2 9
Munitions Currently Supported:

JDAM WCMD SLAM-ER
JSOW AMRAAM JAGM
SDB AIM-9X MALD
PAVEWAY II & III DMLGB
HTSF JASSM
AGM-142 (FMS) AARGM
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Ancillary Equipment
ADU-891 (V)1/E
Replaces the AIM-9X TTU-574/E for missile BIT check and reprogramming
Replaces the AMRAAM MBTS and CFMRE for missile BIT check and reprogramming
FMS Variants:
ADU-891 (V)2/E - AIM-9X only
ADU-891 (V)3/e - AMRAAM only
W-23 Multiplex Cable

Facilitates the simultaneous BIT check and reprogramming of up to four JDAM

Contractor - Alliant Techsystems (ATK ), Clearwater FL
Status - Production
CMBRE IOC - 1998
CMBRE Plus IOC - 2007
Special Equipment - ADU-890E supporting SDB
Currently managed by 681 ARSS, Eglin AFB FL
Management transition to 647 AESS, Wright-Patterson AFB in 2009
- Support Equipment - None
Management/Engineering: ASC/77 AESW/647 AESS, Wright-Patterson AFB OH
Technical Order:
AIR FORCE TO 33D7-3-372-11
NAVY (NAVAIR) NA 16-30GYQ-79-2
CMBRE PLUS SYSTEM
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Name: A-10A/C ARMAMENT TEST EQUIPMENT
Capability and Description:
A-10A/C Armament equipment (multiple items used at all levels of maintenance).
#1- Armament Control System (ACS) Interface Test Set (A-10A only, Flight-line)
The ACS interface test set is a portable test unit used to test and monitor cable interfaces of the
A-10 armament control system.
#2- Gun Test Set (A-10A/C, Back-shop)
The Gun Test Set (commonly called a –138 tester) is a portable test set used to test and isolate
failures to the line replaceable unit (LRU) on the A/A49E-6 30MM aircraft armament subsystem
manufactured by General Electric.
#3- Stray Voltage Adapter and Test Set (A-10A/C, Flight-line)
The Stray Voltage Adapter and Test Set, also referred to as the “beer can” tester, is a portable
test set that uses a voltage detector and cable adapters to insure the absence of stray voltage
in aircraft armament circuitry in a de-energized state, the presence of DC weapons release
voltage levels in an energized state, the presence of a voltage under load for firing electro
explosive devices (EEDs), and adapter cable continuity.
#4- Armament Circuit Pre-load Test Set (ACPTS) (A-10A/C, Flight-line)
The ACPTS replaces the Stray Voltage Adapter and Test Set described above with a modern
digital components. In addition, to duplicating the functionality of the “beer can” tester it
provides a Y-cable to speed up testing times when checking select armament systems.
#5- Aircraft Weapon Control Test Set (AN/ASM-184B) (A-10A only, Flight-line)
The Aircraft Weapon Control Test Set AN/ASM-184B is a portable unit consisting of a case and
removable cover that contain all components. The test set performs preflight and periodic
checkout of the aircraft control, indicator circuits, and video monitor associated with the
MAVERICK guided weapon.
#6- Bomb Rack Test Set (A-10A/C, Back-shop)
The MAU-12, MAU-40/A, MAU-50/A, BRU-44A/A Bomb Rack Test Set is used to perform the
electrical tests on the MAU-12, MAU-40/A, MAU-50/A, and BRU-44A/A bomb racks. The test
set is used in conjunction with a multimeter to measure resistance and continuity of bomb rack
circuits. The proper sequence of operation of the solenoids in the various bomb racks are also
checked by the test set.
#7- Ejector Rack Test Set (A-10A/C, Back-shop)
The MER/TER/BRU Test Set is a locally manufactured test set used to perform an electrical
bench check of the MER/TER/BRU type ejector racks. The test set provides a comprehensive
test of the following circuits: Rack Present (F-111), Safety Switch, Home, Fire and Step (bomb
release), Fire and Step (rocket), CBU Empty, and other circuits.
#8- Guided Missile Test Set (GMTS) (A-10A/C, Back-shop)
The Maverick Guided Missile Test Set AN/DSM-157, PN 13A9710(-3,-4) is a microprocessor-
based, portable guided missile test set (GMTS) used to test and fault isolate the LAU-88/A
Launcher, the LAU-117 Launcher, and the AGM-65A/B/D/G Missile when they are removed
from the aircraft.
#9- Mk III Test Set (A-10A/C, Back-shop)
The Rocket Launcher Tester MK III is a maintenance or shop-type test that is used with the
2.75-inch FFAR system (less rockets) and any other system utilizing the MK1 squib or similar
device. The MK III tester is capable of testing the safety switch, grounds, adequate pulse width,
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power available (.90 amp nominal), ripple mode, and single mode. It also checks for opens,
shorts and performs a self-check and battery-check.
#10- Mark IV Test Set (A-10A/C, Back-shop)
The Rocket Launcher Tester MK IV is a maintenance tester that is used with the 2.75-inch
FFAR system (less rockets) and any other system utilizing the MK1 squib or similar device. The
MK IV tester is capable of testing the safety switch, grounds, adequate pulse width, power
available (.80 amp nominal), ripple mode, and single mode. It also checks for opens, shorts
and performs a self-check, battery check, and stray current check.
#11- Control Test Set (CTS) (A-10A/C, Back-shop/Depot)
The Control Test Set (CTS) TS-4231/U performs automatic functional testing of Line
Replaceable Units (LRUs) used in the Armament Control System (ACS) and the AIM-9 Missile
Control System aboard the A-10 aircraft. Internal circuitry and software simulates these
system‟s various inputs and outputs.
#12- Missile Launch System Test Set (A-10A/C, Flight-line)
The Missile Launch System Test Set (MLSTS) is a portable test set that provides flight line test
capability for the AIM-9 missile control system aboard the A-10 aircraft.
#13- Depot Test Set (DTS) (A-10A/C, Depot)
The A10/AIM-9 Depot Test Set is used to perform automatic functional testing of Shop
Replaceable Units (SRUs) from equipment used to operate and support the AIM-9 Missile
Control System on A-10 aircraft. The various inputs and outputs of the units under test (UUT)
are simulated by the internal circuitry and software.
#14- Portable Automated Test Station (PATS) (A-10C, Flight-line)
Under the Precision Engagement (PE)/Suite 3 program, the PATS was fielded to provide
troubleshooting and maintenance capabilities to support PE configured A-10 aircraft. The PATS
consists of portable, stand-alone hardware intended for flight line use.
Characteristics:
Item Test Set NSN Tech Order
#1 Armament Control System (ACS) Interface
4920-01-092-4434 33D5-12-218-1
Test Set
#2 Gun Test Set 4920-01-066-2700 33D5-12-211-1
#3 Stray Voltage Test Set 4920-01-121-3601 33D7-50-662-1
#4 Armament Circuit Pre-load Test Set 4920-01-550-4494KU 33D7-50-662-11
#5 Aircraft Weapon Control Test Set AN/ASM-
4920-00-106-5335KU 33D5-12-187-1
184B
#6 Bomb Rack Test Set 4933-01-049-7584 33D5-53-1-111
#7 Ejector Rack Test Set P/N 7533694-10 11B29-3-35-2
#8 Guided Missile Test Set 4935-01-335-5060JB 33D9-54-62-1
#9 MK III Test Set 4927-01-061-1850 33D5-57-3-1
#10 MK IV Test Set 4927-01-061-1851NM 33D5-57-4-1
#11 Control Test Set (CTS) 4920-01-234-4063FJ 33D5-12-229-1-1
#12 Missile Launch System Test Set (MLSTS) 4935-01-237-1804 33D5-20-31-1
#13 Depot Test Set (DTS) 4920ND-600-248F 33D9-38-66-3
#14 Portable Automated Test Station 6625-01-566-3302 1A-10C-2-40MS-1
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Status - In sustainment
Fielding Dates- Late 1960‟s - present
Items #1-5: WR-ALC/742CBSG/566CBSS, Robins AFB GA
Items #6: WR-ALC/642CBSG/580CBSS, Robins AFB GA
Item #7: WR-ALC/782CBSG/575CBSS, Robins AFB GA
Items #8: OO-ALC/784CBSG/507CBSS, Hill AFB GA
Items #9-10: OO-ALC/784CBSG/506CBSS, Hill AFB GA
Items #11-14: OO-ALC/748SCMG/416SCMS, Hill AFB GA
A-10 ARMAMENT TEST EQUIPMENT
#1) ACS- #2) Gun #3) Stray Volts

Interface Test Test Set Test Set
Set
#4) Armament #5) AN/ASM-184B #6) Bomb Rack

Circuit Test Set
Pre-load Test Set
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A-10 ARMAMENT TEST EQUIPMENT
(Continued)
#6) Ejector Rack #7) Guided

Test Set Missile Test Set #8) MK III Test
Set
#9) MK IV Test #10) Control Test #11) Missile

Set Set (CTS) Launch System
Test Set (MLSTS)
#13) Portable Automated Test

#12) Depot Test Set
Station
(DTS)
(PATS)
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Name: B-52 Multi-User System Tester Next Generation (MUSTANG)
Capability:
The MUSTANG is a 180 Day Verification and Certification of Weapon Release System
Readiness and post maintenance check prior to Uploading of Pylons, Launchers, Missiles, and
Bombs. It is a flight line and back shop armament tester that replaced armament test sets
including the Weapons Preload Tester (WPT), Ground Weapon Maintenance Tester (GWM-9)
and the Off-Aircraft Pylon Tester (OAPT). The MUSTANG performs back-shop checkout and
certification testing, aircraft certification tests, checkout and certification testing of the weapon
station interface, checkout and fault isolation testing of the Line Replaceable Units (LRUs),
functional check of the B-53 MIL STD 1760 weapon umbilicals, internal tests. The MUSTANG
provides fault data collections and display, the controls and display required for operator
interface, data to an external computer.
Description: The MUSTANG system consists of three main items; the MUSTANG, the
Operational Cable Set (OCS) and the Cable Tester (CT). The MUSTANG consists of a single
box containing a Versa Module Eurocard (VME) backplane that holds eleven cards with three
spare slots for growth. The OCS consists of approximately 45 interface cables used to attach
the MUSTANG to different armament systems and subsystems on the B-52H aircraft. These
cables are designed to be field reparable using standard cable repair procedures. The CT
provides the means to functionally check the OCS cables to ensure they are serviceable.
Characteristics:
NSN: MUSTANG Test Set: 4920-01-548-4602
Cable Tester: 4920-01-548-5431
Test Head NSN: 4920-01-548-5432
Operation Cable Set NSN: Not stock listed
P/N: MUSTANG Test Set: P/N F659-32700-1

Cable Tester P/N: F659-32460-3
MUSTANG Test Head P/N: F659-32400-1
Operational Cable Set P/N: F659-32450
Application: B-52H

Contractor - Boeing Wichita (Frontier Electronics and Celtron are primary subs)
Status - MUSTANG was started in 1999 by the B-52 SPO at OC-ALC. Initial (Lot 1)
15 MUSTANGs/OCS and 5 Cable Testers deliveries began December 2006. Option 1
(Lot 2) was for additional 15 MUSTANGs/OCS and 5 Cable Testers. Lot 3 was for 8
MUSTANGs/OCSs and 11 Cable Testers. All deliveries were complete Feb 2009.
Improvements - Ch. 2 to -1 and -4 allows the user additional opportunities for local repair vs.
sending into the depot - procedures and fold out drawings have been added. Ch. 2 also
added calibration procedures which is one of the drivers for new Operational Software.
Management - 742 CBSG 566 CBSS/GBLD, Engineering - 742 CBSG/GBEA
Technical Order: 33D5-30-9-1, 33D5-30-9-3, 33D5-30-9-4

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MUSTANG TEST SET
MUSTANG CABLE TESTER
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Name: F-15 ARMAMENT TEST EQUIPMENT
F-15 Armament Equipment (multiple items used at all levels of maintenance).
Aircraft Weapons Control Test Set (T-169, Flight-line). The T-169 tester is used to checkout,
on a single weapon station basis, the LAU-106 missile launcher, the centerline pylons, and
inboard pylon, LAU-114 launcher, the LAU-128 launcher and the gun system, when they are
interfaced by the associated aircraft wiring with the Programmable Armament Control Set
(PACS) or Armament Control Set (ACS). Fielded: +71 each.
Launcher Pylon Test Set (T-170, Back-shop). The T-170 tester is used in the weapons release
shop to perform electrical continuity and fault isolation checks of the LAU-106 missile launcher,
inboard pylon, launcher adapters, MAU-12 bomb rack, LAU-114 launcher and AMRRAM
launcher. Fielded: +37 each.
Weapons Firing Circuit Test Set (T-171, Flight-line). The T-171 tester is used to perform
preload checks on aircraft prior to loading weapons. The test set is used to detect
unacceptable levels of stray voltage. Fielded: +9 each.
Stores Management Subsystem Test Set (T-197, Back-shop). The T-197 tester is used in the
armament shop to perform electrical functional and fault isolation testing of the UU-59 inboard
and SUU-60/73 centerline pylons; ADU-407/552/578 adapters; LAU-88, LAU -117, and LAU-
128 launchers; MAU-12, BRU-46, BRU-47 bomb racks; the electronic sequencer unit; power
supply; encoder/decoder, and SUU-20 bomb dispenser. Fielded: +43 each.
Stores Management System Test Set (T-198, Flight-line). The T-198 tester is used to
checkout, on a single station basis, the inboard pylon, centerline pylon, LAU-117/LAU-88
launchers, ADU-578, ADU-407, ADU-552 adapters, CFT-4, and LAU-114/LAU-128 launchers
when interfaced with the armament wiring and the PACS. Fielded: +60 each.
Armament Circuits Preload Test Set (T-199, Flight-line). The T-199 tester is used to perform
weapons system preload check on the aircraft to detect levels of stray voltage and to detect the
presence of firing voltages. Fielded: +73 each.
Aircraft Pod Interface Test Set (T-224, Flight-line). The T-224 tester provides checkout and
fault isolation of the improved/AXQ-14 Data Link System of the Aircraft Weapons Delivery
System. The test set shall interface the SUU-73/A Fuselage and Centerline Pylon Disconnects
and Umbilical Cables through Interconnecting Cables. Fielded: +20 each.
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Characteristics:
Item Test Set P/N Tech Order

#1 Aircraft Weapons Control Test Set
A05G0504-X 33D5-16-72-1/-4
(T-169).
#2 Launcher Pylon Test Set A05G0506--X
33D5-30-4-1/-4
(T-170).
#3 Weapons Firing Circuit Test Set
A05G0451-X 33D5-3-46-1/-4
(T-171).
#4 Stores Management Subsystem Test
A05G0516-XX 33D5-63-5-1/-4
Set (T-197).
#5 Stores Management System Test Set
A05G0514-1-XX 33D5-12-231-1/-4
(T-198).
#6 Armament Circuits Preload Test Set
A05G0515-X 33D5-3-50-1/-4
(T-199).
#7 Aircraft Pod Interface Test Set
A05G0600-X 33D7-50-1981-1/-4
(T-224).

Contractor - Boeing, St. Louis
Status - In sustainment, upgrades to improve capability
Fielding Dates- MSIP series tester – 1970s, T190 series testers – 1980s
All items in above chart managed by WR-ALC/742CBSG/566CBSS, Robins AFB GA
F-15 ARMAMENT TEST EQUIPMENT
#1) T-169 #2) T-170 #3) T-171

Case 1 of 3 Case 1 of 3 Case 1 of 1
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F-15 ARMAMENT EQUIPMENT
(Continued)
#4) T-197 #5) T-198 #6) T-199

Case 1 of 5 Case 1 of 4 Case 1 of 2
#7) T-224
Case 1 of 2
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Name: CRUISE MISSILE AUTOMATIC TEST EQUIPMENT
Cruise Missile Automatic Test Systems (CM-ATS) (multiple items used at intermediate and
depot levels of maintenance).
The AN/GSM-263 Electronic System Test Set (ESTS) is a multi-bay Automated Test System
designed to test and diagnose missiles and associated Carrier Aircraft Equipment (CAE) used
to launch missiles. The ESTS operates under automated computer control to provide power,
stimulus, switching, monitoring, and measurement of test signal flow to the Unit Under Test
(UUT). Five different configurations of ESTS equipment currently exists:
AN/GSM-263 ESTS „Base‟ Model. The first version of the ESTS was the ESTS Model GSM-
263. It was originally designed in the mid-70s, with the last tester delivered in 1984. This
incarnation of the ESTS was designed to support SRAMs (AGM-69, removed from inventory in
the 1990s), and ALCMs (AGM-86A and B). Fielded: 4 each
AN/GSM-263A ESTS „A‟ Model. Most of the original ESTS base models were modified to the
ESTS Model 263A. This modification added the capability to support testing of the B-1 CSRL
(the 180-Inch Launcher). Fielded: 11 each
AN/GSM-263G ESTS „G‟ Model. The difference between an „A‟ version and „G‟ version is the
incorporation of the 1A24 Bus Extender in the main rack, which allows GPIB communications
with an additional rack, known as the Remote Switching Control Assembly (RSCA). The RSCA
is used for testing the Advanced Cruise Missile (ACM). Fielded: 20 each
AN/GSM-263F ESTS „F‟ Model. Model GSM-263F is a base model modified to include a GPIB
Bus Extender to allow connection of an RSCA for ACM testing. Only one ESTS 263F version is
still fielded, and is located at Tinker, AFB. This tester is limited in that it cannot test CSRLs, but
has the added capability of testing ACMs.
AN/GSM-263C ESTS „C‟ Model. The GSM-263C was developed to provide specific test
capability for B-2 weapon systems. It is a base model ESTS with several key modifications.
The changes are provided to allow the ESTS to test the B-2 Rotary Launcher Assembly (RLA)
and four of its LRUs. Fielded: 7 each
The Missile Radar Altimeter Test Assembly (MRATA) is used in conjunction with the ESTS to
accomplish testing of the installed missile radar altimeter (MRA) and common missile radar
altimeter (CMRA) in an Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM) AGM-86B and Conventional Air
Launched Cruise Missile (CALCM) AGM-86/C as well as the installed MRA in an Advanced
Cruise Missile (ACM) AGM-129A. Three different configurations of MRATA equipment currently
exists:
MRATA -1007. The MRATA, P/N: 70D180840-1007, is the initial MRATA developed. It was
later modified to the 70D180840-7003, 70R180840-1003, and then finally to the current
70R180840-1007 part number configuration. Fielded: 2 each
MRATA -1017. MRATA serial numbers 0029 and beyond were part numbered 70D180840-
1009, and select quantities were converted to P/N 70D180840-1011 and then finally to the
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current 70D180840-1017 part number configuration. Both the MRATA -1007 and MRATA -
1017 are functionally and physically equivalent but are carried under separate part and national
stock numbers. Fielded: 14 each
MRATA -1019. Select quantities of the original 70D180840-1009 part number of MRATA were
later converted and were added capabilities to test the Advance Cruise Missile. The MRATA -
1019 has added circuitry to test these functions along with MRATA -1017 functions. Fielded: 16
each
For testing ACM, ALCM, and CALCM, an Air Data Test Set (ADTS) is used in conjunction with
the ESTS and MRATA.
ADTS. The Air Data Test Set (ADTS), also known as the AN/GSM-291, is a precise, stable,
easy to use pressure control system designed to accurately simulate and measure the
pneumatic pressures associated with a cruise missile in flight. The test set is capable of
operator selectable units of measurement in terms of pressure (inches of mercury or millibars),
altitude (feet or meters), and airspeed (knots or kilometers per hour). Fielded: 24 each
Calibration/certification of the ESTS is accomplished using standard test equipment and a,
Portable Automatic Test Equipment Calibrator (PATEC). There are two versions of the PATEC;
one for the ESTS, and one for the ADTS.
PATEC-ESTS. A PATEC is used for calibration verification of the ESTS. A calibration TPS is
executed on the ESTS in conjunction with the PATEC, which is performed every 90 days. The
operator is guided through instructions on the ESTS on the hookup and test using the PATEC.
Fielded: 23 each
PATEC-ADTS. ADTS is calibrated on an annual basis using the ADTS PATEC. The King
Nutronics Pressure Measurement Standard (3719-7-1) will replace the Ruska Pressure
Measurement Standard (DDR 6000) as needed through attrition. The unit is a high accuracy
microprocessor-driven pressure calibrator designed to provide regulated static (PS) and total
(PT) pressure/vacuum outputs to simulate altitudes and airspeeds (QC) in instruments.
Characteristics:
Item Test Set NSN Tech Order

#1 AN/GSM-263 ESTS „Base‟ Model 4920-01-113-3246KV 33D9-61-71-1/-4
#2 AN/GSM-263 ESTS „A‟ Model 4920-01-136-5146KV 33D9-61-71-1/-4
#3 AN/GSM-263 ESTS „G‟ Model 4920-01-356-9514KV 33D9-61-71-1/-4
#4 AN/GSM-263 ESTS „F‟ Model 4920-01-357-5016KV 33D9-61-71-1/-4
#5 AN/GSM-263 ESTS „C‟ Model 4920-01-265-4090KV 33D9-61-71-21/-24
#6 MRATA -1007 4935-01-105-6373KV 33D9-44-233-1/-4
#7 MRATA -1017 4935-01-166-7423KV 33D9-44-233-1/-4
#8 MRATA -1019 4935-01-277-4760KV 33D9-44-233-1/-4
#9 ADTS 4920-01-106-3343KV 33D9-61-71-1/-4
#10 PATEC-ESTS 6625-01-110-4426RH 33D9-61-71-7-1
6685-01-115-0303KV
#11 PATEC-ADTS 33D9-61-71-7-1
6685-01-512-6426KV
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Contractor - Boeing, St. Louis
Status - In sustainment
Fielding Dates- Developed in mid 1970‟s; fielded 1981-1984
All items in above chart managed by WR-ALC/742CBSG/566CBSS, Robins AFB GA
CRUISE MISSILE AUTOMATIC TEST EQUIPMENT
AN/GSM-263
ESTS
(#1- #5)
MRATA
(#6 - #8)
ADTS
(#9)
Not Shown: PATEC-ESTS and PATEC-ADTS

(items # 10 - #11)
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Nomenclature: TTU-584/E Name: Common Organizational
Level Tester (COLT)
Capability:
The COLT Tester Set (CTS) is an s Nuclear Certified tester that is used in conjunction with
aircraft specific Test Program Sets (TPSs) to perform operational capability verification of
aircraft Stores Management System and armament components/assemblies in austere
deployed locations. The CTS used with F-22 TPSs performs on aircraft testing of the F-22
Stores Management System and backshop testing of the F-22 Bomb Rack Units and Pylons.
The CTS used with B-2 TPSs performs testing of the B-2 Rotary Launcher Assembly, Smart
Bomb Rack Assembly and Bomb Rack Unit (BRU-44B/A).
Description: The CTS consists of a COLT Tester Unit (CTU), power cable, and Common
Accessory kit.
The CTU consists of Commercial Off–The-Shelf (COTS) instrumentation, custom control

software drivers, and Test Program Sets (TPS) to support the functional test requirements of
the F-22 and B-2 weapon systems. The instrumentation consists of a VXI Technology
VM2710A Digital Multimeter, a VXI Technology VM4016 Comparator, a VXI Technology
VM1602 Time Stamp, a VXI Technology VM2001 Power Switch, and a signal Switch Matrix
made up of six VXI Technology modules; four SM4000, one SM4002, and one SM5001. The
CTU contains cooling, heating, shock and vibration resistance, and environmental protection for
worldwide, flight-line operational environments. Test instrumentation components are used for
test stimuli and measurement. The COLT operates on 115 VAC, 3 phase 400Hz or 115 VAC, 1
phase 50/60 Hz from ground power equipment or facility power. The CTU is approximately 22
inches in width, 22 inches in depth by 28 inches in height and weighs 125 lbs.
The COLT Common Accessory Kit contains a Portable Display Control Unit (PDCU) which is a
ruggedized Laptop computer, PDCU utility cable, Power Cable Adapters and Self Test Adapter
Assembly. The Accessory Kit is approximately 28 inches wide, 28 inches deep and 16 inches
high and weighs approximately 40 lbs.
Characteristics:
NSN: COLT (TTU-584/E): 4920-01-484-6268
COLT Common Accessory Kit: 4920-01-516-0191
P/N: COLT (TTU-584/E): P/N ES125190-103

COLT Common Accessory Kit: P/N ES125276-101
Application: B-2 and F-22A

Contractor - Lockheed Martin Simulation, Training & Support, Orlando, FL
Status - Operationally deployed in support of the F-22A and B-2. Currently 81
COLTs fielded with 20 currently in production to be delivered in Nov 09.
Improvements - Reliability upgrades to improve availability of the CTS and TPS on-going
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Management/Engineering - 647th AESS/SYAB, WPAFB,
Sustainment - 566th CBSS/GBLD Robins AFB
Technical Order: 33D5-12-243-1
COLT TESTER UNIT
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COLT COMMON ACCESSORY KIT
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CHAPTER
TWENTYTHREE
1 June 2009
AIRCRAFT

Nomenclature: B-1B Name: Lancer
Capability:
Carrying the largest payload of both guided and unguided weapons in the Air Force inventory,
the multi-mission B-1 is the backbone of America's long-range bomber force. It can rapidly
deliver massive quantities of precision and non-precision weapons against any adversary,
anywhere in the world, at any time.
Description:
The B-1B's blended wing/body configuration, variable-geometry wings and turbofan afterburning
engines, combine to provide long range, maneuverability and high speed while enhancing
survivability. Forward wing settings are used for takeoff, landings, air refueling and in some
high-altitude weapons employment scenarios. Aft wing sweep settings - the main combat
configuration -- are typically used during high subsonic and supersonic flight, enhancing the
B-1B's maneuverability in the low- and high-altitude regimes. The B-1B's speed and superior
handling characteristics allow it to seamlessly integrate in mixed force packages. These
capabilities, when combined with its substantial payload, excellent radar targeting system, long
loiter time and survivability, make the B-1B a key element of any joint/composite strike force.
The B-1 weapon system is capable of creating a multitude of far-reaching effects across the
battlefield.
The B-1 is a highly versatile, multi-mission weapon system. The B-1B's offensive avionics
system includes high-resolution synthetic aperture radar, capable of tracking, targeting and
engaging moving vehicles as well as self-targeting and terrain-following modes. In addition, an
extremely accurate Global Positioning System-aided Inertial Navigation System enable aircrews
to autonomously navigate globally, without the aid of ground-based navigation aids as well as
engage targets with a high level of precision. The recent addition of Combat Track (CT) II
radios permit an interim secure beyond line of sight reach back connectivity until Link-16 is
integrated on the aircraft. In a time sensitive targeting environment, the aircrew can receive
targeting data from the Combined Air Operations Center (CAOC) over CT II, and then update
mission data in the offensive avionics system to strike emerging targets rapidly and efficiently.
This capability continues to be employed on a daily basis in support of operations Enduring
Freedom and Iraqi Freedom.
The B-1B's self-protection electronic jamming equipment, radar warning receiver (ALQ-161) and
expendable countermeasures (chaff and flare) system complements its low-radar cross-section
to form an integrated, robust onboard defense system that supports penetration of hostile
airspace. The ALQ-161 electronic countermeasures system detects and identifies the full
spectrum of adversary threat emitters then applies the appropriate jamming technique either
automatically or through operator manual inputs. Chaff and flares are employed against radar
and infrared threat systems.
B-1 capabilities are being continually enhanced following completion of the Conventional
Mission Upgrade Program (CMUP). (CMUP improved lethality by adding the ability to carry up
to 30 cluster munitions (CBU-87, -89, -97), a Global Positioning System receiver, and an
improved weapons interface that allows the carriage of Joint Direct Attack Munitions (JDAM),
the Joint Air to Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM), and Wing Corrected Munitions Dispenser
(WCMD)- guided weapons (CBU-103, -104, -105) in addition to advanced secure radios (ARC-
210) and the ALE-50 Towed Decoy System. Current modernization effort is focused on the
Fully Integrated Data Link (FIDL) program which provides line of sight and beyond line of sight
Link 16 communication and upgraded rear cockpit displays. The recent addition of the Laptop
Controlled Targeting Pod (LCTP), in response to a CENTAF Urgent Need Request gives the
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B-1B the capability to positively identify, track and attack targets, greatly decreasing the time
required to prosecute time sensitive targets. LCTP Phase II will provide Laser-JDAM (GBU-54)
capability and automated transfer of target coordinates from the pod.
The B-1B holds 106 world records for speed, payload, range, and time of climb in its class. The
National Aeronautic Association recognized the B-1B for completing one of the 10 most
memorable record flights for 1994. The most recent records were made official in 2004.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Long-range, multi-role, heavy bomber
Power plant - Four General Electric F101-GE-102 turbofan engine with afterburner
Thrust - 30,000-plus pounds with afterburner, per engine
Wingspan - 137 feet (41.8 meters) extended forward, 79 feet (24.1 meters) swept aft
Length - 146 feet (44.5 meters)
Height - 34 feet (10.4 meters)
Weight - approximately 190,000 pounds (86,183 kilograms)
Max Takeoff Weight - 477,000 pounds (216,634 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 265,274 pounds (120,326 kilograms)
Payload - 75,000 pounds ( 34,019 kilograms)
Speed - 900-plus mph (Mach 1.2 at sea level)
Range - Intercontinental
Ceiling - More than 30,000 feet (9,144 meters)
Armament - 24 GBU-31 GPS-aided JDAM (both Mk-84 general purpose bombs and
BLU-109 penetrating bombs) or 24 Mk-84 2,000-pound general purpose
bombs or; Mk-65 naval mines; 84 Mk-82 500-pound general purpose
bombs or; 84 Mk-62 500-pound naval mines; 30 CBU-87, -89, -97 cluster
munitions; 30 CBU-103/104/105 WCMD, 24 AGM-158 JASSMs. Future
Capability will include SDB I and 15 GBU-54 LJDAM.
Crew - Four (aircraft commander, copilot, and two weapon systems officers)
Initial operating capability - October 1986

Contractor - Boeing, North America (formerly Rockwell International, North American Aircraft);
Offensive avionics, Boeing Military Airplane; defensive avionics, EDO Corporation
Status - Active force, 64 (test, 2); ANG, 0; Reserve, 0
SPM: 427th ACSG, Tinker AFB, OK
DSM: 812th AESG, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: B-2A Name: Spirit
Capability:
The B-2A Spirit is a multi-role bomber capable of delivering both conventional and nuclear
munitions. A dramatic leap forward in technology, the bomber represents a major milestone in
the U.S. bomber modernization program. The B-2 brings massive firepower to bear, in a short
time, anywhere on the globe through previously impenetrable defenses.
Description:
The B-2A low-observable, or "stealth," characteristics give it the unique ability to penetrate an
enemy's most sophisticated defenses and threaten its most valued, and heavily defended,
targets. Its capability to penetrate air defenses and threaten effective retaliation provides a
strong, effective deterrent and combat force well into the 21st century.
The revolutionary blending of low-observable technologies with high aerodynamic efficiency and
large payload gives the B-2A important advantages over existing bombers. Its low-observability
provides it greater freedom of action at high altitudes, thus increasing its range and a better field
of view for the aircraft's sensors. Its unrefueled range is approximately 6,000 nautical miles
(9,600 kilometers).
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Multi-role heavy bomber
Power plant - Four General Electric F118-GE-100 engine
Thrust - 17,300 pounds each engine
Wingspan - 172.6 feet (52.6 meters)
Height - 16.5 feet (5 meters)
Weight - 160,000 pounds (72,575 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 167,000 pounds (75750 kilograms)
Payload - 40,000 pounds (18,144 kilograms)
Speed - High subsonic
Range - Intercontinental
Ceiling - 50,000 feet (15,240 meters)
Crew - Two pilots
Armament - Conventional or nuclear weapons
Weapon Capability B-2A
GBU-31(V)1/B (JDAM-84) 16
GBU-31(V)3/B (JDAM-109) 16
GBU-38 (JDAM-82) 80
AGM-154 (JSOW) 16
(145 BLU-97/B submunitions)
AGM-158 (JASSM) 16
CBU-87/89 34
GBU-28B/B, GBU-28C/B 8
Mk-82GP 80
Mk-62 Quick Strike Mine 80
Mk-84GP (2000lb) 16
B61-7 (Nuclear) 16
B61-11 (Nuclear) 16
B83 (Nuclear) 16
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Initial operating capability - April 1997
Inventory - Active force: 20 (1 test); ANG: 0; Reserve: 0

Contractor - Northrop Grumman Corp. and Contractor Team: Boeing Military Airplanes Co.,
Hughes Radar Systems Group, General Electric Aircraft Engine Group and
Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc.
Status - Inventory
726 AESG, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: B-52H Name: Stratofortress
Capability:
Air Combat Command's B-52H is a long-range, heavy bomber that can perform a variety of
missions. The bomber is capable of flying at high subsonic speeds at altitudes up to 50,000
feet (15,166.6 meters). It can carry nuclear or precision guided conventional ordnance with
worldwide precision navigation capability.
Description:
In a conventional conflict, the B-52H can perform strategic attack, air interdiction, offensive
counter-air and maritime operations. During Desert Storm, B-52s delivered 40 percent of all the
weapons dropped by coalition forces. It is highly effective when used for ocean surveillance,
and can assist the U.S. Navy in anti-ship and mine-laying operations. Two B-52Hs, in two
hours, can monitor 140,000 square miles (364,000 square kilometers) of ocean surface.
All B-52Hs are equipped with an electro-optical viewing system that uses platinum silicate
forward-looking infrared and high resolution low-light-level television sensors to augment
targeting, battle assessment, and flight safety, thus further improving its combat ability and low-
level flight capability.
Pilots wear night vision goggles (NVG) to enhance their vision during night operations. Night
vision goggles provide greater safety during night operations by increasing the pilot's ability to
visually clear terrain, avoid enemy radar and see other aircraft in a covert/lights-out
environment. The use of aerial refueling gives the B-52H a range limited only by crew
endurance. It has an unrefueled combat range in excess of 8,800 miles (14,080 kilometers).
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Heavy bomber
Power plant - Eight Pratt & Whitney engines TF33-P-3/103 turbofan
Thrust - Each engine up to 17,000 pounds
Wingspan - 185 feet (56.4 meters)
Length - 159 feet, 4 inches (48.5 meters)
Height - 40 feet, 8 inches (12.4 meters)
Weight - Approximately 185,000 pounds (83,250 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 312,197 pounds
Speed - 650 miles per hour (Mach 0.86)
Range - 8,800 miles (7,652 nautical miles)
Ceiling - 50,000 feet (15,151.5 meters)
Crew - Five (aircraft commander, pilot, radar navigator, navigator and
electronic warfare officer
Armament - Approximately 70,000 pounds (31,500 kilograms) mixed ordnance –
bombs, mines and missiles. (Modified to carry air-launched cruise
missiles)
Weapon Capability B-52
GBU-31(V)1/B (JDAM-84) 12
GBU-31(V)3/B (JDAM-109) 12
GBU-38 (JDAM-82) 12
AGM-154 (JSOW) 0
(145 BLU-97/B submunitions)
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AGM-158 (JASSM) 12
CBU-87/89 24
GBU-37/B (GAM-113) 0
GBU-28B/B 4
Mk-82GP 45
Mk-62 Quick Strike Mine 45
Mk-84GP (2000lb) 12
B61-7 (Nuclear) 8
B61-11 (Nuclear) 0
B83 (Nuclear) 8
AGM-86B ALCM (Nuclear) 20
AGM-86C CALCM (Conventional) 20
AGM-129 ACM (Nuclear) 12
CBU-103/104/105 WCMD 16
GBU-10 Laser Guided Bomb 10
GBU-12 Laser Guided Bomb 13
Mk63/Mk65 Quick Strike Mine 18
IR Countermeasures – The B-52H has the AN/ALE-20 Flare Ejector System which utilizes 12
AN/ALA-17 flare sets, with 16 flare bursts per set, and a maximum of 192 single flare bursts per
aircraft. There are 12 corresponding flare ejector cases installed on the aircraft that hold each
of the flare sets. This system can carry the following flares.
ALA-17A Flare Cartridge
ALA-17B Flare Cartridge
Initial operating capability - April 1952
Inventory - Active force, 85; ANG, 0; Reserve, 9
Contractor - Boeing Military Airplane Co.
Status - Inventory
540 ACSS/GFLC, Tinker AFB, OK
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Nomenclature: A-10 Name: Thunderbolt II
Capability:
A-10 Thunderbolt II has excellent maneuverability at low air speeds and altitude, and is a highly
accurate weapons-delivery platform making it the best aircraft to provide Close Air Support
(CAS) for ground forces. It can loiter near battle areas for extended periods of time and operate
under 1,000-foot ceilings (303.3 meters) with 1.5-mile (2.4 kilometers) visibility. Using night
vision goggles, A-10 and OA-10 (Airborne Forward Controller) pilots can conduct their missions
during darkness.
Description:
The aircraft can survive direct hits from armor-piercing and high explosive projectiles up to
23mm. Their self-sealing fuel cells are protected by internal and external foam. Manual
systems back up their redundant hydraulic flight-control systems. This permits pilots to fly and
land when hydraulic power is lost.
Avionics equipment includes multi-band communications; Global Positioning System and
inertial navigations systems; infrared and electronic countermeasures against air-to-air and air-
to-surface threats. The A-10 has a Pave Penny laser spot tracker system; a heads-up display
to display flight and weapons delivery information; and a low altitude safety and targeting
enhancement system, which provides constantly computed impact and release points for
accurate ordnance delivery. There is also a low-altitude autopilot and a ground collision
avoidance system.
The A-10 is currently undergoing the precision engagement modification, which adds upgraded
cockpit displays, moving map, hands on throttle and stick, digital stores management,
LITENING and Sniper advanced targeting pod integration, situational awareness data link
(SADL), GPS-guided weapons, and upgraded DC power. Precision engagement modified
aircraft are designated as the A-10C.
Thunderbolt IIs have Night Vision Imaging Systems, or NVIS, goggle compatible single-seat
cockpits forward of their wings and a large bubble canopy which provides pilots all-around
vision. The pilots are protected by titanium armor that also protects parts of the flight-control
system. The redundant primary structural sections allow the aircraft to enjoy better survivability
during close air support than did previous aircraft.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - A-10 - close air support, OA-10 - airborne forward air control
Power plant - Two General Electric TF34-GE-100 turbofans
Thrust - 9,065 pounds each engine
Wingspan - 57 feet, 6 inches (17.42 meters)
Fuel Capacity - 11,000 pounds (7,257 kilograms)
Speed - 420 miles per hour (Mach 0.56)
Range - 800 miles (695 nautical miles)
Crew - One
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Armament - One 30 mm GAU-8/A seven-barrel Gatling gun with 1,174 to 1,350 rounds of
ammunition (depending on the storage drum used) capable of firing 3,900 rounds
per minute to defeat a wide variety of targets including tanks.
- Up to 16,000 pounds of mixed ordnance on eight under-wing and three under-
fuselage pylon stations, including 500 pound Mk-82 and 2,000 pounds Mk-84
series low/high drag bombs, JDAM, wind corrected munitions dispenser or WCMD
incendiary cluster bombs, combined effects munitions, mine dispensing munitions,
AGM-65 Maverick missiles and laser-guided/electro-optically guided bombs;
infrared countermeasure flares; electronic countermeasure chaff; jammer pods;
2.75-inch (6.99 centimeters) rockets; illumination flares and AIM-9 Sidewinder
missiles.
Countermeasures - The A-10 currently uses the ALE-40/47 dispensing system. With 2 wingtip
and 2 wheel well stations, each station is capable of holding 4 MODS of
Chaff or Flare. The C/F and MODS used include:
- CHAFF:
- RR-170 A/AL, RR-180/AL, RR-188/AL
- FLARE, INFRARED (IR) COUNTERMEASURES, SIMULATOR:
- M206, M206(T-2) Simulator, MJU-7A/B, MJU-7/B, MJU-7(T-2)B Simulator,
M211, MJU-50/B
- MJU-11 Chaff/Flare Magazine can carry:
30 ea RR-170 A/AL, RR-180/AL or RR-188/AL Chaff Cartridges or
30 ea M206, M206 (T-2) Flare Simulators
- MJU-12 Flare Magazine can carry:
15 ea MJU-7A/B,
15 ea MJU-7/B or
15 ea MJU-7(T-2)B Flare Simulators
The A-10 also utilizes illuminating and target marking flares dispensed by a
SUU-25 Flare Dispenser. Each dispenser can hold up to 8 of the following
Flares:
- SUU-25 C/A, E/A:
LUU-2/B, -2A/B, -2B/B, -2C/B, and -19/B (IR Illuminating Flares)
LUU-1/B, -5/B, -6/B (Target Marking Flares)
- SUU-25 F/A:
LUU-2/B, -2A/B, -2B/B, and -19/B (IR Illuminating Flares)
Initial operating capability - A-10A, 1977; A-10C, 2007
Inventory - Active force, A-10, 143 and OA-10, 70; Reserve, A-10, 46 and
OA-10, 6; ANG, A-10, 84 and OA-10, 18

Contractor - Fairchild Republic Co.
Status - Inventory
642 AESS, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: F-15A-D Name: Eagle
Capability:
The F-15A-D Eagle is an all-weather, extremely maneuverable, tactical fighter designed to
permit the Air Force to gain and maintain air supremacy over the battlefield.
Description:
The Eagle's air superiority is achieved through a mixture of unprecedented maneuverability and
acceleration, range, weapons and avionics. It can penetrate enemy defense and outperform and
outfight any current enemy aircraft. The F-15A-D has electronic systems and weaponry to
detect, acquire, track and attack enemy aircraft while operating in friendly or enemy-controlled
airspace. The weapons and flight control systems are designed so one person can safely and
effectively perform air-to-air combat.
The F-15A-D's superior maneuverability and acceleration are achieved through high engine
thrust-to-weight ratio and low wing loading. Low wing-loading (the ratio of aircraft weight to its
wing area) is a vital factor in maneuverability and, combined with the high thrust-to-weight ratio,
enables the aircraft to turn tightly without losing airspeed.
A multi-mission avionics system sets the F-15A-D apart from other fighter aircraft. It includes a
heads-up display, advanced radar, inertial navigation system, flight instruments, ultrahigh
frequency communications, tactical navigation system and instrument landing system. It also
has an internally mounted, tactical electronic-warfare system, "identification friend or foe" (IFF)
system, electronic countermeasures set, Joint Helmet Mounted Cuing System (JHMCS) and a
central digital computer.
The pilot's heads-up display (HUD) projects on the windscreen all essential flight information
gathered by the integrated avionics system. This display, visible in any light condition, provides
information necessary to track and destroy an enemy aircraft without having to look down at
cockpit instruments. In addition, the JHMCS is a helmet mounted display and cueing system
which provides information such as targeting cues and aircraft performance parameters and
graphically displays them directly on the helmet visor.
The F-15A-D's versatile pulse-Doppler radar system can look up at high-flying targets and down
at low-flying targets without being confused by ground clutter. It can detect and track aircraft and
small high-speed targets at distances beyond visual range down to close range, and at altitudes
down to treetop level. The radar feeds target information into the central computer for effective
weapons delivery. For close-in dogfights, the radar automatically acquires enemy aircraft, and
this information is projected on the HUD. The F-15A-D's electronic warfare system provides both
threat warning and automatic countermeasures against selected threats.
A variety of air-to-air weaponry can be carried by the F-15A-D. An automated weapon system
enables the pilot to perform aerial combat safely and effectively, using the HUD and the avionics
and weapons controls located on the engine throttles or control stick. When the pilot changes
from one weapon system to another, visual guidance for the required weapon automatically
appears on the HUD.
The F-15C/D aircraft is capable of using Conformal Fuel Tanks that attach to the aircraft
fuselage sides and provide the ability for the aircraft to carry more fuel without the higher drag
of external fuel tanks. Each Conformal Fuel Tank adds about 5000 pounds of addition fuel to
the F-15C/D aircraft."
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Tactical Fighter
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Power plant - Two Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-100 or 220 turbofan engines
with afterburners
Thrust - (C/D models) 23,450 pounds each engine
Wingspan - 42.8 feet (13 meters)
Length - 63.8 feet (19.44 meters)
Height - 18.5 feet (5.6 meters)
Weight - 31,700 pounds
Max Takeoff Weight - (C/D models) 68,000 pounds (30,844 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 26,520 pounds (with three external tanks (or 32,356 pounds (with
Conformal Fuel Tanks installed and two external fuel tanks)
Payload - depends upon mission
Speed - 1,875 mph (Mach 2.5 plus)
Range - 2,173 nautical miles (2,501 miles) ferry range with three external fuel
tanks or 2,666 nautical miles (3,068 miles) with conformal fuel
tanks installed and two external fuel tanks (maximum takeoff
weight)
Crew - F-15A/C: one. F-15B/D: two
Armament - One internally mounted M-61A1 20mm 20-mm, six-barrel cannon with 940 rounds
of ammunition; four AIM-9L/M/X Sidewinder and four or up to eight AIM-120
AMRAAMs, carried externally.
Initial operating capability - September 1975
Inventory - Total force, 522
Contractor - The Boeing Company
Status - Inventory
912 AESG, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: F-15E Name: Strike Eagle
Capability:
The F-15E Strike Eagle is a dual-role fighter designed to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground
missions. An array of avionics and electronics systems gives the F-15E the capability to fight at
low altitude, day or night, and in all weather.
Description:
The aircraft uses two crew members, a pilot and a weapon systems officer. Previous models of
the F-15 are assigned air-to-air roles; the "E" model is a dual-role fighter. It has the capability to
fight its way to a target over long ranges, destroy enemy ground positions and fight its way out.
The aircraft's navigation system uses a laser gyro and a Global Positioning System to
continuously monitor the aircraft's position and provide information to the central computer and
other systems, including a digital moving map in both cockpits. The APG-70 radar system allows
aircrews to detect ground targets from long ranges. One feature of this system is that after a
sweep of a target area, the crew freezes the air-to-ground map then goes back into air-to-air
mode to clear for air threats. During the air-to-surface weapon delivery, the pilot is capable of
detecting, targeting and engaging air-to-air targets while the weapons systems officer (WSO)
designates the ground target. The low-altitude navigation and targeting infrared for night
(LANTIRN) system allows the aircraft to fly at low altitudes, at night and in any weather
conditions, to attack ground targets with a variety of precision-guided and unguided weapons.
The LANTIRN system gives the F-15E unequaled accuracy in weapons delivery day or night and
in poor weather, and consists of two pods attached to the exterior of the aircraft.
The navigation pod contains terrain-following radar which allows the pilot to safely fly at a very
low altitude following cues displayed on a heads up display (HUD). This system also can be
coupled to the aircraft's autopilot to provide "hands off" terrain-following capability.
The targeting pod contains a laser designator and a tracking system that mark an enemy for
destruction at long ranges. Once tracking has been started, targeting information is
automatically handed off to GPS or laser-guided bombs.
One of the most important additions to the F-15E is the rear cockpit, and the weapons systems
officer (WSO). On four screens, this officer can display information from the radar, electronic
warfare or infrared sensors, monitor aircraft or weapons status and possible threats, select
targets, and use an electronic "moving map" to navigate. Two hand controls are used to select
new displays and to refine targeting information. Displays can be moved from one screen to
another, chosen from a "menu" of display options.
In addition to three similar screens in the front seat, the pilot has a transparent glass HUD at eye
level that displays vital flight and tactical information. The pilot doesn't need to look down into
the cockpit, for example, to check weapon status. At night, the screen is even more important
because it displays a video picture nearly identical to a daylight view of the world generated by
the forward-looking infrared sensor.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Air-to-ground attack aircraft
Power plant - Two Pratt & Whitney F100-PW-220 or F100-PW-229 turbofan
engines with afterburners
Thrust - 23,500 (F100-PW-220) - 29,000 (F100-PW-229) pounds per engine
Wingspan - 42.8 feet (13 meters)
Length - 63.8 feet (19.44 meters)
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Weight - 37,500 pounds ( 17,010 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 35,790 pounds (three external tanks plus conformal fuel tanks)
Speed - 1,875 mph (Mach 2.5 plus)
Range - 2,254 nautical miles (2,594 miles) ferry range with conformal fuel
tanks and three external fuel tanks
Crew - Pilot and weapon systems officer
Armament - One 20mm multi-barrel gun mounted internally with 500 rounds of ammunition.
Four AIM-9L/M Sidewinder missiles, or up to eight AIM-120 AMRAAM missiles.
Most air-to-surface weapons in the Air Force inventory
Maximum Load by Weapon System
GBU-31 (2000lb JDAM) 5 GBU-39 (250lb SDB I) 20
GBU-38 (500lb JDAM) 9 GBU-39 (250lb SDB II) 20
GBU-54 (500lb L-JDAM) 7 AGM-65 6
GBU-10 5 AGM-158A (JASSM) 3
GBU-12 11 AGM-130 2
GBU-15 2 AGM-154 3
GBU-24 5 MK-82 12
GBU-27 6 MK-84 7
GBU-28 2 CBU-87/89/97 12
AIM-9X 4 CBU-103/104/105/107 9
AIM-120 AMRAAM 8 B61-3/4/10 6
Initial operating capability - September 1989
Contractor - The Boeing Company
Status - Inventory
912 AESG, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: F-16 Name: Fighting Falcon
Capability:
The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact, multi-role fighter aircraft. It is highly maneuverable and
has proven itself in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. It provides a relatively low-cost,
high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. The F-16’s safety,
survivability, and combat readiness statistics through sustained deployments under less than
ideal conditions remains second to none. The F-16 continues to be used in support of the
following rolls:
Strategic Attack
Interdiction
Close Air Support
Counter-Air
Tactical Ballistic Missile Destruction
SEAD (Suppression of Enemy Air Defense)
DEAD (Destruction of Enemy Air Defense)
Reconnaissance
Description:
In an air combat role, the F-16's maneuverability and combat radius (distance it can fly to enter
air combat, stay, fight and return) exceed that of all potential threat fighter aircraft. It can locate
targets in all weather conditions and detect low flying aircraft in radar ground clutter. In an air-
to-surface role, the F-16 can fly more than 500 miles (860 kilometers), deliver its weapons with
superior accuracy, defend itself against enemy aircraft, and return to its starting point. An all-
weather capability allows it to accurately deliver ordnance during non-visual bombing
conditions.
In designing the F-16, advanced aerospace science and proven reliable systems from other
aircraft such as the F-15 and F-111 were selected. These were combined to simplify the
airplane and reduce its size, purchase price, maintenance costs and weight. The light weight
of the fuselage is achieved without reducing its strength. With a full load of internal fuel, the
F-16 can withstand up to nine G's -- nine times the force of gravity -- which exceeds the
capability of most other current fighter aircraft. In addition, the integral ―lifting body‖ fuselage
design coupled with incremental structural improvements has allowed payload capacity to
increase to a gross weight of 52,000 lbs without increasing the size of the aircraft.
The cockpit and its bubble canopy give the pilot unobstructed forward and upward vision, and
greatly improved vision over the side and to the rear. The seat-back angle was expanded from
the usual 13 degrees to 30 degrees, increasing pilot comfort and gravity force ―g‖ tolerance.
The pilot has excellent flight control of the F-16 through its quad-redundant "fly-by-wire"
system. Electrical wires relay commands, replacing the usual cables and linkage controls
leaving the F-16 more tolerant to battle damage. For easy and accurate control of the aircraft
during high G-force combat maneuvers, a side stick controller is used instead of the
conventional center-mounted stick. Hand pressure on the side stick controller sends electrical
signals to actuators of flight control surfaces such as flaperons, horizontal tails, and rudder.
Avionics systems include a highly accurate, SAASM capable, GPS aided, inertial navigation
system in which a computer provides steering information to the pilot. The plane has UHF and
VHF radios, platform data-linking, plus an instrument landing system. It also has a detection /
warning system and modular countermeasure pods and dispensers to be used against
airborne or surface electronic threats. The fuselage has space for additional avionics systems
and later models include an elongated dorsal for even more avionics and optional conformal
fuel tanks (CFTs).
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Characteristics:
Primary Function - Dual role tactical fighter and air-to-ground attack aircraft
Power plant - F-16C/D: one Pratt and Whitney F100-PW-200/220/229 or
General Electric F110-GE-100/129
Thrust - F-16C/D, 24,500-29,000 pounds
Weight - 19,700 pounds (through Blk 50) without fuel (8,936 kilograms)
20,700 pounds (Blk 52C)
22,100 pounds (Blk 52D)
Max Takeoff Weight - 42,500 pounds (1931 kilograms) (Through Blk 50)
52,000 pounds (Blk 52C/D)
Fuel Capacity - 7,000 pounds internal (3,175 kilograms); typical capacity, 12,000
pounds (through Blk 50) with two ext 370 gal tanks (5443 kilograms)
Blk 52C capacity 17,100 lbs with 600 gal tanks and CFTs (2900 lbs)
Payload - Mission dependant
Speed - 1,500 mph (Mach 2 at altitude)
Range - More than 2,002 miles ferry range (1,740 nautical miles)
Ceiling - Above 50,000 feet (15 kilometers) (Operational Limit is 50K’)
Crew - F-16C, one; F-16D, one or two
Armament - One M-61A1 20mm multi-barrel cannon with 500 rounds; external stations can
carry up to six air-to-air missiles with conventional or nuclear air-to-surface
munitions with electronic countermeasure pods and navigation/targeting pods
Maximum Load by Weapon

AIM-120 AMRAAM 6 AIM-9X 2
GBU-31 (2000lb JDAM) 2 GBU-38 (500lb JDAM) 4
GBU-54 (500lb L-JDAM) 4 GBU-24 (2000lb LGB) 2
GBU-10 (2000lb LGB) 2 GBU-12 (500lb LGB) 4
GBU-39 (250lb SDB I) 8 GBU-39 (250lb SDB II) 8
AGM-158A (JASSM) 2 AGM-154 (JSOW) 2
CBU-103/104/105(WCMD) 4 AGM-65 2
AGM-88 (HARM) 2 Harpoon 2
SLAM-ER 2
Initial operating capability - F-16A, January 1979; F-16C/D Block 25-32, 1981; F-16C/D
Block
40-42, 1989; and F-16C/D Block 50-52, 1994
Inventory - Total force, F-16C/D, 1,280

Contractor - Lockheed Martin Corp.
Status - USAF Inventory
Notes - Also operated by the USN and 25 Nations world-wide. There are 250 different and
unique configurations with more than 4400 aircraft delivered.
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312 AESG (Block 40/50), WPAFB, OH
501 ACSS/GFLA (Block 25/30/32), Hill AFB, UT
F16 Blk 62
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Nomenclature: F-22A Name: Raptor
Capability:
The F-22A Raptor is the Air Force's newest fighter aircraft. Its combination of stealth, super
cruise, maneuverability, and integrated avionics, coupled with improved supportability,
represents an exponential leap in warfighting capabilities. The Raptor performs both air-to-air
and air-to-ground missions allowing full realization of operational concepts vital to the 21st
century Air Force.
The F-22A, a critical component of the Global Strike Task Force, is designed to project air
dominance, rapidly and at great distances and defeat threats attempting to deny access to our
nation's Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine Corps. The F-22A cannot be matched by any known
or projected fighter aircraft.
Description:
A combination of sensor capability, integrated avionics, situational awareness, and weapons
provides first-kill opportunity against threats. The F-22A possesses a sophisticated sensor suite
allowing the pilot to track, identify, shoot and kill air-to-air threats before being detected.
Significant advances in cockpit design and sensor fusion improve the pilot's situational
awareness. In the air-to-air configuration the Raptor carries six AIM-120 AMRAAMs and two
AIM-9 Sidewinders.
The F-22A has a significant capability to attack surface targets. In the air-to-ground
configuration the aircraft can carry two 1,000-pound GBU-32 Joint Direct Attack Munitions
(JDAM) internally and will use on-board avionics for navigation and weapons delivery support.
In the future air-to-ground capability will be enhanced with the addition of an upgraded radar
and up to eight small diameter bombs. The Raptor will also carry two AIM-120s and two AIM-9s
in the air-to-ground configuration.
Advances in low-observable technologies provide significantly improved survivability and
lethality against air-to-air and surface-to-air threats. The F-22A brings stealth into the day,
enabling it not only to protect itself but other assets.
The F-22A engines produce more thrust than any current fighter engine. The combination of
sleek aerodynamic design and increased thrust allows the F-22A to cruise at supersonic
airspeeds (greater than 1.5 Mach) without using afterburner -- a characteristic known as
supercruise. Supercruise greatly expands the F-22A's operating envelope in both speed and
range over current fighters, which must use fuel-consuming afterburner to operate at supersonic
speeds.
The sophisticated F-22A aero-design, advanced flight controls, thrust vectoring, and high thrust-
to-weight ratio provide the capability to outmaneuver all current and projected aircraft. The
F-22A design has been extensively tested and refined aerodynamically during the development
process.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Air dominance, multi-role fighter
Power plant - Two Pratt & Whitney F119-PW-100 turbofan engines with
afterburners and two-dimensional thrust vectoring nozzles.
Thrust - 35,000-pound class (each engine)
Length - 62 feet, 1 inch (18.9 meters)
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Fuel Capacity - Internal: 18,000 pounds (8,200 kilograms); with 2 external wing fuel
tanks: 26,000 pounds (11,900 kilograms)
Payload - Same as armament air-to-air or air-to-ground loadouts; with or
without 2 external wing fuel tanks.
Speed - Mach 2 class with supercruise capability
Range - More than 1,850 miles ferry range with 2 external wing fuel tanks
(1,600 nautical miles)
Ceiling - Above 50,000 feet (15 kilometers)
Crew - One
Armament - One M61A2 20-millimeter cannon with 480 rounds, internal side weapon bays
carriage of two AIM-9 infrared (heat seeking) air-to-air missiles and internal main
weapon bays carriage of six AIM-120 radar-guided air-to-air missiles (air-to-air
loadout) or two 1,000-pound GBU-32 JDAMs and two AIM-120 radar-guided air-
to-air missiles (air-to-ground loadout)
Initial operating capability - December 2005
F-22A Loadouts

Contractor - Lockheed-Martin, Boeing
Status - Production
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778 AESG, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: F-35 Name: Joint Strike Fighter (JSF)
(Lightning II)
Capability:
F-35 Lightning II is a fifth-generation, single-seat, single-engine, stealth-capable military strike
fighter, a multirole aircraft that can perform close air support, tactical bombing, and air
superiority fighter missions. The JSF aircraft design has three variants: conventional takeoff
and landing variant for the Air Force, aircraft carrier-suitable variant for the Navy, and short
takeoff and vertical landing variant for the Marine Corps. The United Kingdom, Italy, Australia,
Canada, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway and Turkey are partnered with the U.S. and involved
in the F-35 development. These aircraft are intended to replace aging fighter and attack
aircraft currently in the inventory.
Description:
Integral to the aircraft’s low-observable equation is the large internal-weapons bay. When
stealth is not required, the F-35 also can carry wingtip air-to-air missiles and up to 15,000
pounds of external ordnance mounted on underwing pylons. A pneumatically powered
ordnance-release system replaces the traditional cartridge-powered equipment. This new
design greatly reduces maintenance requirements. The 25 mm cannon will enable pilots to
engage targets from higher altitudes and longer range. The F-35’s mission systems are
designed to return the pilot to the role of tactician and to increase combat effectiveness
dramatically. Next-generation sensors will provide the pilot coherent and fused information from
a variety of onboard and off-board systems. Sophisticated data links will connect the aircraft to
both ground-combat elements and airborne platforms. In addition to fighter-to-fighter data links,
the F-35 will be equipped with satellite-communications capability for both transmitting and
receiving.
The aircraft’s onboard sensor suite is optimized to locate, identify, and destroy movable or
moving ground targets under adverse weather conditions. This all-weather capability is
achieved with the aircraft’s advanced electronically scanned array (AESA) radar built by
Northrop Grumman. The AESA enables simultaneous air-to-ground and air-to-air operations. It
can track moving ground targets and display them on a radar-generated terrain image, enabling
precise target location relative to terrain features. These instruments, coupled with off-board
sensors, will make the F-35 capable of all-weather close air support under the most demanding
conditions.
The JSF program was created to replace various aircraft while keeping development,
production, and operating costs down. This was pursued by building three variants of one
aircraft, sharing 80% of their parts:
F-35A, a conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) variant slated to replace U. S. Air
Force (USAF) F-16 Fighting Falcons. Initial Operating Capability - 2013.
F-35B, a short-takeoff and vertical-landing (STOVL) variant slated to replace the U. S.
Marine Corps (USMC) AV-8 Harrier IIs and F/A-18 Hornets. Initial Operating Capability
- 2012.
F-35C, a carrier-based variant slated to replace U.S. Navy (USN) F/A-18 Hornets
(A/B/C/D variants only). Initial Operating Capability - 2015.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Air dominance, multi-role fighter
Power plant - 1 × Pratt & Whitney F135 afterburning turbofan
Thrust - With afterburner: 40,000 lbf
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Secondary Powerplant - 1 x General Electric/Roles-Royce F136 Afterburning turbofan
Thrust - With afterburner: 40,000 lbf
Lift fan (STOVL) - 1 x Rolls-Royce Lift System driven from either F135 or F136 power
plant, (18,000 lbf thrust)
Wingspan - 35 ft
Sing area - 459.6 ft
Length - 50ft 6 in
Height - 17 ft 4 in
Weight - A: 29,036 lb
B: 32,161 lb
C: 32,070
Max Takeoff Weight - 60,000 lb
Fuel Capacity (internal) - A: 18,480 lb; B: 14,003 lb: C: 20,085
Payload -
Speed - Max Speed: Mach 1.6+ (1,200 mph)
Range - A: 1,200 nmi; B: 900 nmi; C: 1,400 nmi
Ceiling -
Crew - 1
Armament - 1 × GAU-22/A 25 mm cannon slated to be mounted internally w/180 rounds in the
in the F-35A and a fitted external pod with 220 rounds in the F-35B and F-35C.
Hardpoints: 6 with a capacity of 15,000 lb (6,800 kg)
Missiles: Internal: 4 air-to-air missiles or 2 air-to-air missiles and 2 air-to-ground
missiles. External: 6 air-to-air missiles or 4 air-to-ground weapons and
2 air-to-air missiles.
Initial operating capability - 2012
Inventory - 3137 (planned

Contractor - Lockheed Martin; Northrop Grumman; BAE Systems
Status - Production
JSF/PO, Arlington VA
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Nomenclature: F/A-18A/D Name: Hornet
Capability:
The F/A-18 Hornet is a modern all-weather carrier-capable strike fighter jet, designed to attack
both ground and aerial targets.
Description:
The F/A-18 Hornet is an all-weather fighter/attack aircraft built by Boeing, operated primarily by
the USN/USMC for carrier operations, but also exported to multi-national interests. The aircraft
is powered by two General Electric F404-GE-400 or F404-GE-402 (enhanced performance)
turbofan engines with afterburner. The flight control surfaces operate via a ―fly by wire‖ system.
Pilot-commanded control stick and rudder inputs are forwarded to two flight control computers,
which in turn generate signals that allow for 3000-psi hydraulic-actuated control surface
movement to give the pilot optimum flying qualities and handling performance in both the up
and away and powered approach configurations. Pilot-controlled HOTAS (Hands-on-Throttle
and Stick) allow for ease in pilot workload when operating mission essential systems. A HUD
(Head-up-Display) provides the aircrew with accurate aircraft altitude, airspeed, and heading
along with timely weapon employment parameters. Three cockpit digital display indicators
(DDIs) enable the aircrew to process multiple aircraft and weapons parameters with relative
ease.
The Hornet has three distinct master modes: Navigation (NAV), Air-to-Air (A/A), and Air-to-
Ground (A/G). NAV master mode is used primarily during administrative phases of flight, while
the A/A and A/G modes can quickly be toggled to attack both airborne and ground targets. A
total of nine wingtip, fuselage, and pylon stations are available for weapon placement. The
fuselage stations are used to house air-to-air weapons and various targeting pods. The Hornet
is capable of employing AIM-9, AIM-7, and AIM-120 A/A missiles and has provisions for chaff
and flare dispensing. A/G weapons include general purpose bombs, GPS- and laser-guided
munitions, Maverick, Rockeye, rockets, mines, and a host of Joint weapons. A 20-mm gun and
multi-mode radar are located in the nose of the aircraft. External fuel tanks may be placed on
the inboard and centerline stations for added endurance capability.
F/A-18A, A+ and C models are single seat aircraft, while the F/A-18B, D, and Reconnaissance
Configured F/A-18D, D(RC), can accommodate a crew of two. Currently, only the F/A-18A+, C,
D and D(RC) models are capable of Joint weapons employment.
The F/A-18A+ model is an upgraded version of the F/A-18A. F/A-18A+ upgrades include, but
are not limited to: radar, AIM-120 AMRAAM, AIM-9X, GPS, ATFLIR, MIDS, CIT, OBOGS, and
enhanced MUX bus capability.
The F/A-18D(RC) is able to provide day and night, all weather, high-resolution imaging
capabilities. The F/A-18D(RC) uses electro-optical (EO), infrared (IR), and synthetic aperture
radar (SAR) sensors to gather image data. In addition, the Advanced Tactical Reconnaissance
System (ATARS) sensor suite is installed in the nose bay in place of the 20-mm gun.
Characteristics:
Power plant - Two F404-GE-400 or F404-GE-402 afterburning engines
Thrust - after burner: 17,500 lbf ; dry thrust: 11,000 lbf
Wingspan - 40 ft
Wing Area - 400 ft²
Length - 56 ft
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Height - 15 ft 4 in
Weight - Empty weight: 24,700 lb
Loaded weight: 37,150 lb
Fuel Capacity - Internal
Speed - F/A-18C/D maximum speed Mach 1.8 (1,190 mph) at level flight in
altitudes of 36,089 ft.
Range - 2,070 mi (ferry), Combat radius 330 mi
Ceiling - 50,000 ft
Crew - F/A-18A/C: 1; F/A-18B/D: 2 (pilot and Weapons System Officer
(WSO)
Armament - M61A1 or M61A2 Vulcan 6-barrel rotary cannon with 578 rounds of 20mm
ammunition is internally mounted in the nose
F/A-18A-D has 9 hardpoints (2 wingtip, 4 underwing, and 3 fuselage, carrying up
to 13,700 lb of missiles, rockets, bombs, fuel tanks, and pods:
Missiles:
2 x AIM-9 Sidewinders on wingtips
AIM-120 AMRAAM
AIM-7 Sparrow
AGM-88 HARM
AGM-65 Maverick Missiles
AGM-84D Harpoon
AGM-84K SLAM-ER
AGM-154 Joint Stand-Off Weapon (JSOW)
Bombs:
Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM)
Paveway laser guided bombs
Mk 80 Series GP bombs
Mk-20 Rockeye II and CBU-series cluster bombs
Avionics - APG-73 Radar
Litening targeting pod (USMC only)
Initial operating capability - F/A-18A/B USN and USMC in 1982
F/A-18C/D 1987
Inventory -
Contractor - Boeing [McDonnell Douglas Aerospace] and Northrop Grumman (Airframe),
General Electric (Engines), and Hughes (Radar)
Status - Inventory
Naval Air Systems Command Patuxent River, MD
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Nomenclature: F/A-18E/F Name: Super Hornet
Capability:
The multi-mission F/A-18E/F "Super Hornet" strike fighter is an upgrade of the combat-proven
night strike F/A-18C/D. The Super Hornet will provide the battle group commander with a
platform that has range, endurance, and ordnance carriage capabilities comparable to the A-6
which have been retired. The Super Hornet performs both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions
as well as strike tanker mission.
Description:
The multi-mission F/A-18E/F "Super Hornet" strike fighter is an upgrade of the combat-proven
night strike F/A-18C/D. The F/A-18E/F aircraft are 4.2 feet longer than earlier Hornets, have a
25% larger wing area, and carry 33% more internal fuel which will effectively increase mission
range by 41% and endurance by 50%. The Super Hornet also incorporates two additional
weapon stations. This allows for increased payload flexibility by mixing and matching air-to-air
and/or air-to-ground ordnance. The aircraft can also carry the complete complement of "smart"
weapons, including the newest joint weapons such as JDAM and JSOW.
The Super Hornet can carry approximately 17,750 pounds (8,032 kg) of external load on eleven
stations. It has an all-weather air-to-air radar and a control system for accurate delivery of
conventional or guided weapons. There are two wing tip stations, four inboard wing stations for
fuel tanks or air-to-ground weapons, two nacelle fuselage stations for Sparrows or sensor pods,
and one centerline station for fuel or air-to-ground weapons. An internal 20 mm M61A1or
M61A2 Vulcan cannon is mounted in the nose.
Carrier recovery payload is increased to 9,000 pounds, and its engine thrust from 36,000
pounds to 44,000 pounds utilizing two General Electric F414 turbo-fan engines. Although the
more recent F/A-18C/D aircraft have incorporated a modicum of low observables technology,
the F/A-18E/F was designed from the outset to optimize this and other survivability
enhancements. The F/A-18C and F/A-18E are single seat aircraft. The D and F models are
flown by two crew members. The aft seat in the D and F may be configured with a stick and
throttle for the training environment (or without when crewed with a Weapons System Officer).
Characteristics:
Power plant - Twin F414-GE-400 engines
Dry Thrust - 14,000 lb
Thrust w/afterburner - 22,000 lb
Wing Span - 44.9 ft
Wing area - 500 ft²
Length - 60 ft 1 ¼ in
Height - 16 ft
Weight - Empty weight: 30,564 lb
Loaded weight: 47,000 lb
Fuel Capacity - Internal F/A-18E: 14,400 lb, F/A-18F: 13,550 lb
External Fuel: 5 X 480 gal tanks, totaling 16,380 lb
Payload -
Max Speed - Mach 1.8+ (1,190mph, 1900 km/h) at 40,000 ft
Range - 1,275 nmi (2,346 km) clean plus two AIM-9s
Ferry range: 1,800 nmi (2,070 mi; 3,330 km)
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Ceiling - 50,000 + ft
Crew - F/A-18E: 1, F/A-18 F: 2
Armament - 6-barrel rotary cannon with 520 rounds of 20mm ammunition is internally mounted
in the nose
F/A-18E/F has 11 hardpoints with a capacity of 17,750 pounds of external
ordnance with provisions to carry combinations of:
Missiles:
2 x Aim-9 Sidewinders on wingtips
Aim-120 AMRAAM
AIM-7 Sparrow
AGM-88 HARM
AGM-65 Maverick Missiles
AGM-84D Harpoon
AGM-84K SLAM-ER
AGM-154 Joint Stand-Off Weapon (JSOW)
Bombs:
Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM)
Paveway laser guided bombs
MK 80 Series GP bombs
MK-20 Rockeye II and CBU-series cluster bombs
Inventory - 350 (460 by 2012)
Status - Production
Naval Air Systems Command Patuxent River, MD
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Nomenclature: EA-18G Name: Airborne Electronic Attack
Aircraft “Growler”
Capability:
The EA-18 will perform full-spectrum electronic surveillance and electronic attack of enemy
threat radars and communications nets.
Description:
The EA-18 will perform full-spectrum electronic surveillance and electronic attack of enemy
threat radars and communications nets. The EA-18 leverages the U.S. Navy's investment in
the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet platform. A derivative of the two-seat F/A-18F Super Hornet - a
platform which is in production today - the EA-18 is a highly flexible design that enables the
warfighter to perform a broad range of tactical missions, operating from either the deck of an
aircraft carrier or land-based fields. The EA-18 is 99 percent common with the Super Hornet
and would be expected to significantly reduce support and training costs for the US Navy.
The EA-18G’s electronic attack upgrades will meet EA-6B (ALQ-218, ALQ-99, USQ-113)
Airborne Electronic Attack (AEA) capability to detect, identify, locate and suppress hostile
emitters; provide enhanced connectivity to National, Theater and Strike assets; and provide
organic precision emitter targeting for employment of onboard suppress
ion weapons High-speed Anti-Radiation Missile (HARM) to fulfill operational requirements. The
man in the loop operation and advanced information display system will allow real time
assessment of the tactical situation and the appropriate response executed in accordance with
the rules of engagement. The performance of the aircraft is compatible with the primary
strike/fighter aircraft projected to be in the inventory in the 2010 time period, allowing it to be
fully integrated into specific strike packages.
It will also have the capacity to provide broad area coverage for extended periods of time to
support numerous strikes or other air operations in a federated context. The EA-18G is being
designed to perform a range of Electronic Warfare/Electronic Attack functions either
simultaneously or independently.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Full-spectrum electronic surveillance and electronic attack of enemy
threat radars and communications nets.
Power plant - 2 x General Electric F414-GE-400 turbofans
Thrust - 22,000 lbf each (afterburner); 14,000 lbf (dry thrust)
Wingspan - 44 ft 8.5 in
Sing Area 500 ft²
Length - 60 ft 1.25 in
Height - 16 ft
Empty weight - 30,564 lb
Loaded weight - 47,000 lb
Fuel capacity Internal: 14,000 lb; External: 5 480 gal tanks
Speed - Mach 1.8 (1,190mph) at 40,000 ft
Range - 1,275 nmi; combat radius 390 nm; ferry range 1,800 nmi
Ceiling - 50,000 ft
Crew - 2
Armament - Phase I Growler will carry the AIM-120 AMRAAM for self-protection
and AGM-88 HARM missiles. The 20 mm M61A1 cannon has been
replaced by a pod of electronic boxes that control the AN/ALQ-218
and assist with the coordination AN/ALQ-99 jamming attacks.
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Initial operating capability -
Inventory -

Status - Production
Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Div Patuxent River, MD
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Nomenclature: AV-8B Name: Harrier II
Capability:
The mission of the VMA STOVL squadron is to attack and destroy surface and air targets, to
escort helicopters, and to conduct other such air operations as may be directed.
Description:
The AV-8B Harrier is a single-seat, light attack aircraft that provides close air
support/intermediate range intercept/attack mission support to the Marine Air-Ground Task
Force (MAGTF). By virtue of its Vertical/Short Take-Off or Landing (V/STOL) capability, the AV-
8B can operate from a variety of amphibious ships, rapidly constructed expeditionary airfields,
forward sites (e.g., roads), and damaged conventional airfields. This makes the aircraft
particularly well-suited for providing dedicated close air support. The AV-8BII+ features the
APG-65 Radar common to the F/A-18, as well as all previous systems and features common to
the AV-8BII. Air-to-surface weapons systems include: digital targeting data link, global
positioning system, and the Litening II Targeting system.
The AV-8B can carry and deliver an assortment of conventional stores such as the Mk 82 500
pound bomb, Mk 83 1,000 pound GP bomb, GBU-12 500 pound LGB, GBU-16 1,000 LGB,
next-generation, precision-guided munitions, including the joint direct attack munition (JDAM),
CBU-99 and CBU-78 Cluster Bomb Units, and 2.75" and 5" rockets. The NA configuration
includes: night vision goggle-compatible cockpit controls and displays, a wide-field-of-view HUD,
a Navigation Forward Looking Infrared (NAVFLIR) system, a Digital Map Unit (DMU), and an
Angle Rate Bombing System (ARBS) with laser spot tracker, which provides first pass day or
night target strike capability at low altitude/high speed. The Radar aircraft retains all night
attack capability but integrates the AN/APG-65 radar system to extend the tracking capabilities
of the aircraft for A/G delivery and A/A defense modes. V/STOL capability allows the AV-8B to
be deployed with ground units using amphibious shipping and/or forward basing for rapid close
air support response.
Characteristics:
Power plant - TAV-8B/AV-8B Day Attack (DA): One Rolls Royce Pegasus
F402-RR-406 turbofan engine with approx 20,280 pounds of thrust
AV-8B Night Attack (NA)/AV-8B Radar: One Rolls Royce Pegasus
F402-RR-408A turbofan engine with approx 23,500 pounds of thrust
Thrust - 20,280 - 23,500 lbs
Wingspan - 30 ft 3 in
Length - 46 ft 3 in
Height - 11 ft 7 in
Weight - 12,800 lb (empty)
Max Takeoff Weight - 31,000 lb (short takeoff)
18,900 (vertical takeoff)
Fuel Capacity -
Payload - 9,000 lb
Speed - 630 mph
Range - 900 nautical miles
1,700 mile (ferry)
Ceiling -
Crew - AV-8B DA/NA/Radar Aircraft: 1, pilot only; TAV-8B Trainer: 2
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Armament - One fuselage-mounted 25 mm gun system
Standard Air-to-Ground (A/G) load: Six Mk 82, 500 pound bombs
Standard Air-to-Air (A/A) load: Four AIM-9M Sidewinder missiles
Provisions for carrying up to 9,000 lbs of ordnance on seven stations
Initial operating capability - Jan 1985

Contractor - Boeing Aircraft (Airframe Prime), Rolls Royce (Engine Prime)
Status - Inventory
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Nomenclature: EA-6B Name: Prowler
Capability:
The EA-6B Prowler provides an umbrella of protection for strike aircraft, ground troops and
ships by jamming enemy radar, electronic data links and communications. Other mission
profiles include carrying out electronic surveillance tasks, armed reconnaissance, and providing
defense against incoming anti-ship missiles. The Prowler has the ability to passively detect
enemy radar without making its own presence known.
Description:
The U.S. Navy EA-6B Prowler electronic warfare aircraft enhances the strike capabilities not
only of carrier air wings but of U.S. Air Force and allied forces as well. The EA-6B carries the
ALQ-99 Tactical Jamming System, which includes a receiver, processor, and various mission-
configured jammer pods carried as external stores. The EA-6B has the USQ-113
Communications Jammer, and may also be armed with the highspeed anti-radiation missile
(HARM) for enemy surface-to-air radar destruction and suppression. The EA-6B is a key
contributor to the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses Electronic Attack mission. Its ability to
monitor the electromagnetic spectrum and actively deny an adversary's use of radar and
communications is unmatched by any airborne platform worldwide. The Prowler can carry up
to five pods (one belly mounted and two on each wing). Each pod is integrally powered and
houses two jamming transmitters that cover one of seven frequency bands. The EA-6B can
carry any mix of pods, fuel tanks and/or HARM anti-radiation missiles depending on mission
requirements. The EA-6B's tail fin pod houses sensitive surveillance receivers, capable of
detecting hostile radar emissions at long range. Emitter information is processed by the central
mission computer. Detection, identification, direction-finding, and jammer-set-on-sequence may
be performed automatically or by the crew. The Prowler has a crew of four, a pilot and three
Electronic Counter-measures Officers (known as ECMOs).
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Electronic Attack
Power plant - Two Pratt & Whitney J52-P408A turbojet engines
Thrust - 11,200 pounds (4,767 kilograms) per engine
Weight - 33,600 lbs empty
Max Takeoff Weight - 61,500 lbs
Fuel Capacity -
Payload -
Speed - Maximum 651 mph (.99 mach; cruise .72 mach)
Range - 850 nautical miles (977.5 miles)
Ferry Range - 1,747 (5 drop tanks)
Ceiling - 40,000 feet - maximum (12,186 meters)
37,600 feet - Service ceiling
Crew - 4 - Pilot and 3 electronic countermeasures officers
Armament - ALQ-99 Tactical Jamming System (TJS)
Up to Four High Speed Anti-Radiation Missiles (HARM)
Inventory - 120 total
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Contractor - Grumman Aircraft Corporation
Status - Inventory
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Nomenclature: P-3C Name: Orion Maritime Patrol and
Anti-Submarine Warfare Aircraft
Capability:
Antisubmarine warfare (ASW)/Antisurface warfare (ASUW). P-3C's primary mission is to track
and eliminate ballistic missile and fast attack submarines. Additional missions include
surveillance and reconnaissance.
Description:
Originally designed as a land-based, long-range, anti-submarine warfare (ASW) patrol aircraft,
the P-3C's mission has evolved in the late 20th and early 21st century to include surveillance of
the battlespace, either at sea or over land. Its long range and long loiter time have proved
invaluable assets during Operation Iraqi Freedom as it can view the battlespace and
instantaneously provide that information to ground troops, especially U.S. Marines.
The P-3C has advanced submarine detection sensors such as directional frequency and
ranging (DIFAR) sonobuoys and magnetic anomaly detection (MAD) equipment, as well as
electro-optical sensors. The avionics system is integrated by an upraded general purpose
digital computer that supports all of the tactical displays, monitors and automatically launches
ordnance and provides flight information to the pilots. In addition, the system coordinates
navigation information and accepts sensor data inputs for tactical display and storage. Other
avionics improvements include electronic flight data system (glass cockpit) instruments and
improved communication equipment and navigation sensors.
The P-3C's anti-submarine warfare systems include the AN/ARR-78(V) sonobuoy receiving
system, the AN/ARR-72 sonobuoy receiver, two AQA-7 directional acoustic frequency analysis
and recording sonobuoy indicators, and a AQH-4 (V) sonar tape recorder. Advanced aircraft
are equipped with the UYS-1/USQ-78 acoustic system and an infrared detection system.
The sensor suite also includes an ASQ-81 magnetic anomaly detector and an ASA-65 magnetic
compensator. Sonobuoys are launched from within the main cabin and from external launching
chutes.
The airborne electronic surveillance receiver, ALQ-78(V) is carried on a pylon under the wing
fairing. The ALQ-78(V) automatically operates in search mode, its target primarily being
submarine radars. When a submarine radar signal is detected the system is switched to
direction finding mode and the received signals are characterized. The latest aircraft are
equipped with Raytheon AN/APS-137(V) multi-mission surveillance radar and ALR-95 ECM.
Some P-3C aircraft are equipped with the ALR-47/ALE-47 missile warning system.
The P-3C can carry a mixed payload of weapons internally and on ten underwing pylons. The
bomb bay is in the underside of the fuselage forward of the wing. It is capable of carrying 1000
lb. and 2,000 lb. mines such as the mk25\mk52/mk62/mk63/mk56. The aircraft may also carry
depth bombs, mk 46/50/54 torpedoes, Rockeye, Maverick, Harpoon and SLAM-ER. The
underwing pylons can carry 2,000 lb. mines, torpedoes, rockets, rocket pods and 500lb mines.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Anti-Submarine warfare (ASW)/Anti-Surface Warfare (ASUW)
Power plant - four Rolls Royce T56-A-14 turboprop engines, 4600 hp each
Wingspan - 99.6 ft
Length - 116.7 ft
Height - 33.7 ft
Max Takeoff Weight - 139,760 lbs
Payload - 20,000 lb
Speed - Max: 405 knots; Cruise: 328 knots
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Range - Mission Radius: 2,380 nautical miles;
Ceiling - 28,300 ft
Crew - three pilots, two naval flight officers, two flight engineers, three
sensor operators, one in-flight technician.
Armament - 20,000 pounds of ordnance, including AGM-84 Harpoon, AGM-84E SLAM,
AGM-84H/K and AGM-65F Maverick missiles, Mk46/50/54 Torpedoes,
Countermeasures - expendables include:
RR129/RR144/MJU8/27/3238/46/49/SM875.
Initial operating capability - August 1969
Inventory - 170
Contractor - Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems Company
Status - Inventory
Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Div Patuxent River, MD (PMA-290)
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Nomenclature: AC-130H/U Name: Gunship
Capability:
The AC-130 gunship's primary missions are close air support, air interdiction and force
protection. Missions in close air support are troops in contact, convoy escort and urban
operations. Air interdiction missions are conducted against preplanned targets or targets of
opportunity. Force protection missions include air base defense and facilities defense.
Description:
These heavily armed aircraft incorporate side-firing weapons integrated with sophisticated
sensor, navigation and fire control systems to provide surgical firepower or area saturation
during extended loiter periods, at night and in adverse weather. The sensor suite consists of a
television sensor, infrared sensor and radar. These sensors allow the gunship to visually or
electronically identify friendly ground forces and targets any place, any time. The AC-130U
employs synthetic apertures strike radar for long-range target detection and identification. The
gunship's navigational devices include the inertial navigation systems and global positioning
system. Both the AC-130s employ the latest technologies and can attack two targets
simultaneously.
The AC-130H's call sign is "Spectre." The AC-130U's call sign is "Spooky.‖ The
U-model is the third generation of C-130 gunships. All gunships evolved from the first
operational gunship, the AC-47.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Close air support, air interdiction and force protection
Power plant - Four Allison T56-A-15 turboprop engines
Thrust - 4,910 shaft horsepower each engine
Speed - 300 mph (Mach .4) (at sea level)
Range - Approximately 1,300 nautical miles; unlimited with air refueling.
Crew - AC-130U - pilot, co-pilot, navigator, fire control officer, electronic
warfare officer (officers) and flight engineer, TV operator, infrared
detection set operator, loadmaster, and four aerial gunners (enlisted)
Armament - AC-130H: 40mm and 105mm cannons; AC-130U: 40mm and
105mm cannons and 25mm Gatling Gun.
Counter Measures - The AC-130U/H carries 20 Countermeasure Dispensers. These 20 will be
a combination of MJU-11 Chaff/Flare Magazines and MJU-12 Flare Magazines.
MJU-11 Chaff/Flare Magazine: each magazine can hole 30 ea RR-170 or RR-188 Chaff
Cartridges or 30 ea M206 Flares 0r 30 M206(T-2) Flare Simulators
MJU-12 Flare Magazine: each magazine can hold 15 ea MJU-7/B Flares or 15 ea MJU-7A/B
Flares or 15 MJU-7(T-2)B Flare Simulators
Initial operating capability - Deployment Date: AC-130H, 1972; AC-130U, 1995
Inventory - Active duty, AC-130H, 8; AC-130U, 17; Reserve, 0; ANG, 0
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Contractor - Lockheed/Boeing Corp.
Status - Inventory
572 ACSS/GFLA, Robins AFB, GA
AC-130H
AC-130U
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Nomenclature: HC-130P/N Name: Hercules
Capability:
Its mission is to extend the range of combat search and rescue helicopters by providing air
refueling in hostile or contested airspace if required.
Secondary mission capabilities include performing tactical delivery via airdrop or airland of
pararescue specialist teams, small bundles, zodiac watercraft, or four-wheel drive all-terrain
vehicles; and providing direct assistance to a survivor in advance of the arrival of a recovery
vehicle.
Description:
The HC-130P/N is an extended-range, combat search and rescue version of the C-130
Hercules transport. Other capabilities are extended visual and electronic searches over land or
water, tactical approaches and unimproved airfield operations at day or night, using night vision
goggles. A team of three pararescue specialists, trained in emergency trauma medicine, harsh
environment survival and assisted evasion techniques, is part of the basic mission crew
complement.
Combat Air Forces HC-130 aircraft are undergoing extensive modifications. Ongoing
modifications include night vision goggle-compatible interior and exterior lighting, a personnel
locator system compatible with aircrew survival radios, forward-looking infrared systems and
advanced integrated radios.
The HC-130 can fly in the day against a reduced threat; however, crews normally fly night, low-
level, air refueling and airdrop operations using night vision goggles. It can fly low-level NVG
tactical flight profiles to avoid detection. To enhance the probability of mission success and
survivability near populated areas, crews employ tactics that include incorporating no external
lighting or communications, and avoiding radar and weapons detection.
The HC-130P/N is the only dedicated fixed-wing combat search and rescue platform in the Air
Force inventory. The 71st and 79th Rescue Squadrons in Air Combat Command, the 102nd
RQS and 210th RQS in the Air National Guard and the 39th RQS in the Air Force Reserve
Command operate the aircraft.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Air refueling for combat search and rescue helicopters
Fuel Capacity - 73,000 pounds (10,724 gallons)
Speed - 289 miles per hour (464 kilometers per hour) at sea level
Range - beyond 4,000 miles (3,478 nautical miles)
Crew - Three officers (pilot, co-pilot, navigator) and seven enlisted
(flight engineer, airborne communications specialist, two
loadmasters and three pararescuemen)
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Armament - countermeasures/flares, chaff

Contractor - Lockheed Aircraft Corp.
Status - Inventory
572 ACSS/GFLB, Robins AFB, GA
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Nomenclature: MC-130E/H/W Name: Combat Talon I/II/
Combat Spear
Capability:
The MC-130E Combat Talon I, MC-130H Combat Talon II, and Combat Spear provide
infiltration, exfiltration and resupply of special operations forces and equipment in hostile or
denied territory. Secondary missions include psychological operations and helicopter air
refueling
Description:
The MC-130E Combat Talon I, MC-130H Combat Talon II, and Combat Spear provide
infiltration, exfiltration and resupply of special operations forces and equipment in hostile or
denied territory. Secondary missions include psychological operations and helicopter air
refueling.
An extensive electronic warfare suite enables the aircrew to detect and avoid potential threats.
If engaged, the system will protect the aircraft from both radar and infrared-guided threats.
The MC-130E, MC-130H, and MC-130W are equipped with aerial refueling pods to provide in-
flight refueling of special operations forces and combat search and rescue helicopters.
The primary difference between the MC-130E, MC-130H, and MC-130W involves the degree of
integration of the mission computers and avionics suite. The Combat Talon I was conceived
originally and developed during the 1960s, and although extensively upgraded in the 1980-90s
it still features analog instrumentation and does not fully integrate the sensors and
communications suites. The Combat Talon II, designed in the 1980s, features an integrated
glass flight deck which improves crew coordination and reduces the crew complement by two.
The MC-130W takes a C-130H2 and adds an extensive array of electronic, mechanical, and
structural modifications which gives AFSOC significantly increased capability.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Infiltration, exfiltration and resupply of special operations forces
Length - MC-130E: 100 feet, 10 inches (30.7 meters)
MC-130H: 99 feet, 9 inches (30.4 meters)
MC-130W: 98 feet, 9 inches (30.09 meters)
Weight -
Fuel Capacity -
Payload - MC-130E: 53 troops, 26 paratroopers
MC-130H:77 troops, 52 paratroopers or 57 litter patients
MC-130W: 88 troops, 62 paratroops or 67 litter patients
Speed - 300 mph
Range - 2,700 nautical miles (4,344 kilometers); Inflight refueling
extends this to unlimited range
Crew - MC-130E: Two pilots, two navigators and an electronic warfare
officer (officers); flight engineer, radio operator and two
loadmasters (enlisted); MC-130H: Two pilots, a navigator
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and electronic warfare officer (officers); flight engineer and
two loadmasters (enlisted) MC-130W: Two pilots, two
navigators, flight engineer, two loadmasters
Armament - None
Initial operating capability - MC-130E, 1966; MC-130H, June 1991;
MC-130W, February 2009
Inventory - Active force, MC-130H, 20, MC-130W, 12;
Reserve, MC-130E, 10;
ANG, 0
Contractor - Lockheed
Status - Inventory
572 ACSS/GFLB, Robins AFB, GA
ME-130H Combat Talon II
MC-130W Combat Spear
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Nomenclature: C-130 Name: Hercules
Capability:
The C-130 Hercules primarily performs the tactical portion of the airlift mission. The aircraft is
capable of operating from rough, dirt strips and is the prime transport for air dropping troops and
equipment into hostile areas. The C-130 operates throughout the U.S. Air Force, serving with
Air Mobility Command, Air Force Special Operations Command, Air Combat Command, U.S.
Air Forces in Europe, Pacific Air Forces, Air National Guard and the Air Force Reserve
Command, fulfilling a wide range of operational missions in both peace and war situations.
Basic and specialized versions of the aircraft airframe perform a diverse number of roles,
including airlift support, Antarctic ice resupply, aeromedical missions, weather reconnaissance,
aerial spray missions, firefighting duties for the U.S. Forest Service and natural disaster relief
missions.
Description:
Using its aft loading ramp and door the C-130 can accommodate a wide variety of oversized
cargo, including everything from utility helicopters and six-wheeled armored vehicles to standard
palletized cargo and military personnel. In an aerial delivery role, it can airdrop loads up to
42,000 pounds or use its high-flotation landing gear to land and deliver cargo on rough, dirt
strips.
The flexible design of the Hercules enables it to be configured for many different missions,
allowing for one aircraft to perform the role of many. Much of the special mission equipment
added to the Hercules is removable, allowing the aircraft to revert back to its cargo delivery role
if desired. Additionally, the C-130 can be rapidly reconfigured for the various types of cargo
such as palletized equipment, floor-loaded material, airdrop platforms, container delivery
system bundles, vehicles and personnel or aeromedical evacuation.
The C-130J is the latest addition to the C-130 fleet and will replace aging C-130E's. The C-130J
incorporates state-of-the-art technology to reduce manpower requirements, lower operating and
support costs, and provides life-cycle cost savings over earlier C-130 models. Compared to
older C-130s, the J model climbs faster and higher, flies farther at a higher cruise speed, and
takes off and lands in a shorter distance. The C-130J-30 is a stretch version, adding 15 feet to
fuselage, increasing usable space in the cargo compartment.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Global airlift
Power plant - C-130E: Four Allison T56-A-7 turboprops; 4,200 prop shaft hp
C-130H: Four Allison T56-A-15 turboprops; 4,591 prop shaft hp
C-130J: Four Rolls-Royce AE 2100D3 turboprops; 4,700 horsepower
Length - C-130E/H/J: 97 feet, 9 inches (29.3 meters)
C-130J-30: 112 feet, 9 inches (34.69 meters)
Height - 38 feet, 10 inches (11. 9 meters)
Cargo Compartment - C-130E/H/J: length, 40 feet (12.31 meters); width, 119 inches (3.12
meters); height, 9 feet (2.74 meters). Rear ramp: length, 123 inches
(3.12 meters); width, 119 inches (3.02 meters)
C-130J-30: length, 55 feet (16.9 meters); width, 119 inches (3.12
meters); height, 9 feet (2.74 meters). Rear ramp: length, 123
inches (3.12 meters); width, 119 inches (3.02 meters)
Speed - C-130E: 345 mph/300 ktas (Mach 0.49) at 20,000 feet
C-130H: 366 mph/318 ktas (Mach 0.52) at 20,000 feet
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C-130J: 417 mph/362 ktas (Mach 0.59) at 22,000 feet
C-130J-30: 410 mph/356 ktas (Mach 0.58) at 22,000
Max Takeoff Weight - C-130E/H/J: 155,000 pounds (69,750 kilograms)
C-130J-30: 164,000 pounds (74,393 kilograms)
Maximum Allowable
Payload - C-130E, 42,000 pounds (19,090 kilograms)
C-130H, 42,000 pounds (19,090 kilograms)
C-130J, 42,000 pounds (19,090 kilograms)
C-130J-30, 44,000 (19,958 kilograms)
Maximum Normal
Payload - C-130E, 36,500 pounds (16,590 kilograms)
C-130H, 36,500 pounds (16,590 kilograms)
C-130J, 34,000 pounds (15,422 kilograms)
C-130J-30, 36,000 pounds (16,329 kilograms)
Range at Maximum
Normal Payload - C-130E, 1,150 miles (1,000 nautical miles)
C-130H, 1,208 miles (1,050 nautical miles)
C-130J, 2,071 miles (1,800 nautical miles)
C-130J-30, 1,956 miles (1,700 nautical miles)
Range with 35,000
pounds of Payload - C-130E, 1,438 miles (1,250 nautical miles)
C-130H, 1,496 miles (1,300 nautical miles)
C-130J, 1,841 miles (1,600 nautical miles)
C-130J-30, 2,417 miles (2,100 nautical miles)
Maximum Load - C-130E/H/J: 6 pallets or 74 litters or 16 CDS bundles or 92 combat
troops
or 64 paratroopers, or a combination of any of these up to the
cargo
compartment capacity or maximum allowable weight. C-130J-30: 8
pallets or 97 litters or 24 CDS bundles or 128 combat troops or 92
paratroopers, or a combination of any of these up to the cargo
compartment capacity or maximum allowable weight.
Crew - C-130E/H: Five (two pilots, navigator, flight engineer and
loadmaster)
C-130J/J-30: Three (two pilots and loadmaster)
Aeromedical Evac Role - A basic crew of five (two flight nurses and three medical technicians)
is added for aeromedical evacuation missions. Medical crew may be
decreased or increased as required by the needs of patients.
Armament - None
Initial operating capability - C-130A, Dec 1956; C-130B, May 1959; C-130E, Aug 1962;
C-130H, Jun 1974; C-130J, Feb 1999
Inventory - Active force, 151; Air National Guard, 181; Air Force Reserve, 103
Contractor – Boeing Company
Status - Inventory
AMC, Scott AFB, IL
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Nomenclature: C-17 Name: Globemaster III
Capability:
The C-17 is capable of rapid strategic delivery of troops and all types of cargo to main operating
bases or directly to forward bases in the deployment area. The aircraft can perform tactical airlift
and airdrop missions and can also transport litters and ambulatory patients during aeromedical
evacuations when required. The inherent flexibility and performance of the C-17 force improve
the ability of the total airlift system to fulfill the worldwide air mobility requirements of the United
States.
Description:
The aircraft is operated by a crew of three (pilot, copilot and loadmaster), reducing manpower
requirements, risk exposure and long-term operating costs. Cargo is loaded onto the C-17
through a large aft door that accommodates military vehicles and palletized cargo. The C-17
can carry virtually all of the Army's air-transportable equipment.
Maximum payload capacity of the C-17 is 170,900 pounds (77,519 kilograms), and its maximum
gross takeoff weight is 585,000 pounds (265,352 kilograms). With a payload of 169,000 pounds
(76,657 kilograms) and an initial cruise altitude of 28,000 feet (8,534 meters), the C-17 has an
unrefueled range of approximately 2,400 nautical miles. Its cruise speed is approximately 450
knots (.76 Mach). The C-17 is capable of airdropping 102 paratroopers and equipment.
The design of the aircraft allows it to operate through small, austere airfields. The C-17 can take
off and land on runways as short as 3,500 feet (1,064 meters) and only 90 feet wide (27.4
meters). Even on such narrow runways, the C-17 can turn around using a three-point star turn
and its backing capability.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Cargo and troop transport
Power plant - Four Pratt & Whitney F117-PW-100 turbofan engines
Thrust - 40,440 pounds, each engine
Wingspan - 169 feet 10 inches (to winglet tips) (51.75 meters)
Length - 174 feet (53 meters)
Height - 55 feet 1 inch (16.79 meters)
Cargo Compartment - Length - 88 feet (26.82 meters)
Width - 18 feet (5.48 meters)
Height - 12 feet 4 inches (3.76 meters)
Load - 102 troops/paratroops; 36 litter and 54 ambulatory patients and
attendants; 170,900 pounds (77,519 kilograms) of cargo (18 pallet
positions)
Speed - 450 knots at 28,000 feet (8,534 meters) (Mach .76)
Range - Global with in-flight refueling
Ceiling - 45,000 feet at cruising speed (13,716 meters)
Crew - Three (two pilots and one loadmaster)
Armament - None
Inventory - Active duty, 158; Air National Guard, 8; Air Force Reserve, 8
Contractor – Boeing Company
Status - Inventory
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AMC, Scott AFB, IL
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Nomenclature: CV-22 Name: Osprey
Capability:
The Osprey is a tiltrotor aircraft that combines the vertical takeoff, hover, and vertical landing
qualities of a helicopter with the long-range, fuel efficiency and speed characteristics of a
turboprop aircraft. It is available in three configurations: the combat assault and assault support
MV-22 for the US Marine Corps; the long-range special operations CV-22 for US Special
Operations Command (US SOCOM), (Its mission is to conduct long-range infiltration, exfiltration
and resupply missions for special operations forces.); and the US Navy HV-22, for combat
search and rescue, special warfare and fleet logistic support.
Description:
This versatile, self-deployable aircraft offers increased speed and range over other rotary-wing
aircraft, enabling Air Force Special Operations Command aircrews to execute long-range
special operations missions. The CV-22 can perform missions that normally would require both
fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. The CV-22 takes off vertically and, once airborne, the
nacelles (engine and prop-rotor group) on each wing can rotate into a forward position
The CV-22 is equipped with integrated threat countermeasures, terrain-following radar, forward-
looking infrared sensor, and other advanced avionics systems that allow it to operate at low
altitude in adverse weather conditions and medium- to high-threat environments.
The first operational CV-22 was delivered to Air Force Special Operations Command's 1st
Special Operations Wing at Hurlburt Field, Fla., January 2007. Initial operating capability was
declared March 2009 and a total of 50 aircraft will be delivered by 2017.
The MV-22 achieved initial operating capability with the US Marine Corps in Iraq in September
2007.
Characteristics:
Primary function - Special operations forces long-range infiltration, exfiltration, and
resupply
Power Plant - Two Rolls Royce-Allison AE1107C turboshaft engines
Thrust - More than 6,200 shaft horsepower per engine
Height - 22 feet, 1 inch (6.73 meters)
Rotor Diameter - 38 feet (11.6 meters)
Speed - 277 miles per hour (241 knots) (cruising speed)
Max Vertical Takeoff Weight - 52,870 pounds (23,982 kilograms)
Max Rolling Takeoff Weight - 60,500 pounds (27,443 kilograms)
Range - 2,100 nautical miles with internal auxiliary fuel tanks
Payload - 24 troops (seated), 32 troops (floor loaded) or 10,000 pounds of
cargo
Crew - Four (pilot, copilot and two enlisted flight engineers)
Armament - GAU-18A RMWS (Ramp Mounted Weapon System)
Date Deployed - 2006 (with projected initial operational capability in 2009)
Inventory - Active force, 11
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Contractor - Bell Helicopter Textron Inc., and Boeing Company, Defense and Space Group,
Helicopter Division
Status - Production
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Nomenclature: AH-64D Name: Longbow Apache
Capability:
Conducts close combat attack, deep precision strikes, and armed reconnaissance and security
in day, night, and adverse weather conditions.
Description:
The AH-64 Apache is a twin-engine, four bladed, multi-mission attack helicopter designed as a
highly stable aerial weapons-delivery platform. With a tandem-seated crew consisting of the
pilot, located in the rear cockpit position and the co-pilot gunner (CPG), located in the front
position. The helicopter is designed as a weapons delivery platform and is equipped with: a
M230E1, 30mm automatic gun, aerial rockets system (2.75 inch folding fin), and point target
weapons system (Hellfire missiles). It is highly mobile, lethal, and can destroy armor,
personnel, and materiel targets in obscured battlefield conditions. The Longbow incorporates
millimeter wave fire control radar (FCR), radar frequency interferometer (RFI), fire-and-forget
radar-guided Hellfire missile, and other cockpit management and digitization enhancements.
With the addition of a new and highly sophisticated fire control radar (FCR), more commonly
called the Longbow Fire Control Radar and the Modernized Target Acquisition Designation
Sight (M-TADS), the AH-64D has become the most advanced aerial fighting vehicle in the
world. The FCR provides the Apache with the ability to detect, classify, and prioritize stationary
and moving targets both on the ground and in the air. The M-TADS provides the capability to
find, locate, and engage enemy targets at greater distance than the legacy systems.
The Video from UAS for Interoperability Teaming - Level 2 (VUIT-2) system provides two new
capabilities to the Longbow fleet. The crewmembers receive video directly from UAVs and Joint
assets, such as Litening and Sniper Pods. The crew can also transmit their own sensor video
or re-trans UAV video to ground troops with ROVER or OSRVT (One System Remote Video
Terminal).
Characteristics:
Max Gross Weight - 20,260 lbs. (23,000 lbs. for non tactical ferry flights)
Speed - 167 mph
Combat Endurance - 2-4 hours (3 hours with internal auxiliary fuel tank)
Range - 110 NM with 20 min station time (185 NM and 20 min station time
with auxiliary fuel tank)
Crew - 2 (pilot and co-pilot gunner)
Armament - M230E1 automatic gun (30mm chain gun) 1× 30x113 mm; 1,200 rounds
(300 when internal auxiliary fuel tank is installed)
AGM-114 HELLFIRE missiles
2.75‖ rockets

Contractor - Manufacturer Airframe - Boeing (Mesa, AZ); Fire Control Radar - Northrop
Grumman (Linthicum, MD); Lockheed Martin (Owego, NY); MTADS/PNVS –
Lockheed Martin (Orlando, FL); Boeing (Mesa, AZ); Rotor blades:
Ducommun AeroStructures (Monrovia, CA)
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: SFAE-AV-AAH, Redstone Arsenal, AL
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Apache Longbow w/ VUIT-2 in Iraq
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Nomenclature: AH-6A Name: Little Bird
Capability:
Supports combat and contingency operations with a light, rapidly deployable helicopter capable
of armed reconnaissance, security, target acquisition and designation, command and control,
light attack, and defensive air combat missions.
Description:
The AH-6 Little Bird Gun, a light attack helicopter, has been tested and proven in combat.
Armed with guns, Hellfire missiles, and 2.75-inch FFAR, it provides armed helicopter support to
both ground and air special operations. The unrefueled range of the AH-6 is 250 nautical miles.
These versions were all powered by a single Allison T-63 252 SHP engine.
The latest versions of these aircraft, the AH-6J attack helicopter and MH-6J insertion and
extraction transport, based on the MD-530F, feature a more powerful engine and improved
avionics, including an embedded GPS/inertial navigation system and forward-looking infrared
(FLIR). The AH-6J can be armed with two seven-tube 2.75 inch rocket launchers and two
7.62mm M134 "miniguns.‖ The "Little Bird" can also be armed with .50 Cal. machine guns,
MK19 40mm grenade machine gun, Hellfire missiles, and Air-to-Air Stinger (ATAS) missiles.
Characteristics:
Engine - 1 x Allison T63-A-5A turboshaft engine driving five-blade main rotor
and two-blade tail rotor at 253shp.
Length - 23 ft
Height - 8.14 ft
Weight Empty- 1,128 lbs
Maxi Takeoff Weight - 2,701 lbs
Max Speed - 134 mph
Max Range - 379 miles
Ceiling - 7,300 ft
Climb Rate - 1,840 ft/min
Crew - 2
Armament - 2 x M134 7.62mm miniguns
2 x M261 7-shot rocket pod (0.5in FFAR rockets)
2 x M260 19-shot rocket pod (0.5in FFAR rockets)
2 x AGM-114 Hellfire Anti-tank Missiles
2 x 12.7mm machine guns
2 x Air-to-Air Stinger (ATAS) Missiles
Contractor -
Status -
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Nomenclature: AH-1W/Z Name: Super Cobra
Capability:
Conducts close combat attack, deep precision strikes, and armed reconnaissance and security
in day, night, and adverse weather conditions.
Description:
The AH-1W Super Cobra is a day/night marginal weather Marine Corps attack helicopter that
provides enroute escort for assault helicopters and their embarked forces. It is the only western
attack helicopter with a proven air-to-air and anti-radar missile capability. The primary mission
of the AH-1W aircraft is as an armed tactical helicopter capable of helo close air support, low
altitude and high speed flight, target search and acquisition, reconnaissance by fire, multiple
weapons fire support, troop helicopter support, and point target attack of threatening armor.
The AH-1W provides fire support and fire support coordination to the landing force during
amphibious assaults and subsequent operations ashore.
AH-1W is a two-place, tandem-seat, twin-engine helicopter capable of land- or sea-based
operations. The rear seat pilot is primarily responsible for maneuvering the aircraft. The front
pilot controls the aircraft's weapons systems, but he also has a full set of aircraft controls. The
AH-1W distinguished itself with its more powerful T700-GE-401 fully marinized engines and
advanced electronic weapons capability. The AH-1W has significantly improved power available
in high altitude, hot environment, and single engine performance. The Super Cobra is armed
with a 20mm turret gun, TOW, Hellfire, Sidewinder, Sidearm missiles, and 5 inch or 2.75 inch
rockets. The HELLFIRE Missile System increased ordnance delivery and firepower capabilities.
The AH-1W Super Cobra provides full night-fighting capability with the Night Targeting System
(NTS). The Night Targeting System (NTS) further enhanced the AH-1W's warfighting capability
by adding FLIR sensor, CCD TV sensor, Laser Designator/Rangefinder, Automatic Target
Tracking and FLIR, and CCD TV video recording.
A four bladed version of the AH-1W, designated the AH-1Z, now fielded; the addition of the
extra blades dramatically improves the performance envelope of the AH-1W.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Attack Helicopter
Power plant - two T700-GE-401 turboshaft engines provide 3,380 shp
Thrust -
Wingspan -
Length -
Height -
Weight - Empty: 12,300 lb
Fuel Capacity -
Payload -
Speed - Max 195 mph, Cruise 173 mph
Range -
Ceiling - 14,750 ft
Crew - 2 in tandem (pilot in rear, copilot/gunner in front)
Countermeasures - AN/ALE-39/47 Chaff system and SUU-25 Flare dispensers
Armament - One M197 three barrel 20 mm gun (mounted under the nose with
750 round ammo container) Underwing attachments for up to eight
TOW missiles, eight Hellfire missiles, or two AIM-9M Sidewinder
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Missiles; Can also be equipped with 2.75 or 5 Inch Rocket
Launchers
Initial operating capability - AH-1W - 1985
AH-1Z - 2007
Inventory -

Contractor - Bell Helicopter TEXTRON, Inc. (Prime), General Electric, Kollsman Inc.
Status - Inventory
AH-1W AH-1Z
AH-1Z
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Nomenclature: OH-58D Name: Kiowa Warrior
Capability:
Supports combat and contingency operations with a light, rapidly deployable helicopter capable
of armed reconnaissance, security, target acquisition and designation, command and control,
light attack, and defensive air combat missions.
Description:
The Kiowa Warrior is a rapidly deployable single-engine, two-man, lightly armed
reconnaissance helicopter that features advanced avionics, navigation, communication,
weapons, and cockpit integration systems. Its mast-mounted sight houses a thermal imaging
system, low-light television, and a laser rangefinder/designator permitting target acquisition and
engagement at stand-off ranges and in adverse weather. The navigation system can convey
precise target locations to other aircraft or artillery via its advanced digital communications
system. It can also transmit battlefield imagery to deliver near real-time situational awareness
to command and control elements.
The Kiowa Warrior provides anti-armor, anti-personnel, and anti-aircraft capabilities at stand-off
ranges. Kiowa Warrior fielding is complete, but the Army is installing safety and performance
modifications to keep the aircraft safe and mission-effective until it is retired.
Characteristics:
Max Gross Weight - 5,200 lbs (armed)
Empty Weight - 3,289 lbs
Height - 12 ft 10.6 in
Width - 6 ft 5 in
Length - 33 ft 4 in
Rotor Diameter - 35 ft
Max Cruise Speed - 138 mph
Range - 299 miles (sea level, no weapons, 10% reserve)
Ceiling - 19,000 ft
Crew - 2
Armament - Air-to-air Stinger (ATAS) (2 round launcher); .50 caliber machine gun
(500 rounds); HYDRA 70 (2.75 in) rockets (7-shot pod); AGM-114
HELLFIRE missiles (2-round launcher); (It can carry two missile
systems or the .50 caliber MG by itself)
Contractor - Bell Helicopter, Textron (Fort Worth, TX); DRS Optronics Inc. (Palm Bay, FL);
Rolls Royce Corp. (Indianapolis, IN); Honeywell, Inc. (Albuquerque, NM);
Smiths (Grand Rapids, MI)
Status - Inventory
Management/Engineering: SFAE-AV-ASH-KW, Redstone Arsenal, AL
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Nomenclature: HH-60G Name: Pave Hawk
Capability:
The primary mission of the Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter is to conduct day or night
combat search and rescue, or CSAR, operations into hostile environments to recover downed
aircrew or other isolated personnel during war. Because of its versatility, the HH-60G is also
tasked to perform military operations other than war. These tasks include civil search and
rescue, emergency aeromedical evacuation, disaster relief, international aid, counterdrug
activities and NASA space shuttle support.
Description:
The Pave Hawk is a highly modified version of the Army Black Hawk helicopter which features
an upgraded communications and navigation suite that includes integrated inertial
navigation/global positioning/Doppler navigation systems, satellite communications, secure
voice, and Have Quick communications.
All HH-60Gs have an automatic flight control system, night vision goggles with lighting and
forward looking infrared system that greatly enhances night low-level operations. Additionally,
Pave Hawks have color weather radar and an engine/rotor blade anti-ice system that gives the
HH-60G an adverse weather capability.
Pave Hawk mission equipment includes a retractable in-flight refueling probe, internal auxiliary
fuel tanks, two crew-served 7.62mm or .50 caliber machineguns, and an 8,000-pound (3,600
kilograms) capacity cargo hook. To improve air transportability and shipboard operations, all
HH-60Gs have folding rotor blades.
Pave Hawk combat enhancements include a radar warning receiver, infrared jammer and a
flare/chaff countermeasure dispensing system.
HH-60G rescue equipment includes a hoist capable of lifting a 600-pound load (270 kilograms)
from a hover height of 200 feet (60.7 meters), and a personnel locating system that is
compatible with the PRC-112 survival radio and provides range and bearing information to a
survivor's location.
A limited number of Pave Hawks are equipped with an over-the-horizon tactical data receiver
that is capable of receiving near real-time mission update information.
The Pave Hawk is a twin-engine medium-lift helicopter operated by Air Combat Command,
Pacific Air Forces, Air Education and Training Command, U.S. Air Forces in Europe, Air
National Guard and Air Force Reserve Command.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - combat search and rescue and military operations other than war in
day, night or marginal weather conditions.
Power plant - Two General Electric T700-GE-700 or T700-GE-701C engines
Thrust - 1,560-1,940 shaft horsepower, each engine
Rotary Diameter - 53 feet, 7 inches (14.1 meters)
Weight - Empty 11,516 lbs
Mission Gross Weight 17,432 lbs
Max Takeoff Weight 22,000 lbs (9,900 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 4,500 lbs (2,041 kilograms)
Speed - 184 mph (159 knots)
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Crew - Two pilots, one flight engineer and one gunner
Armament - Two 7.62mm or .50 caliber machineguns

Contractor - United Technologies/Sikorsky Aircraft Company
Status - Inventory
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Nomenclature: MH-60 Name: Pave Hawk
Capability:
The primary mission of the MH-60 is to conduct overt or covert infiltration, exfiltration, and
resupply of special operations forces across a wide range of environmental conditions. An
armed version, the Direct Action Penetrator (DAP), has the primary mission of armed escort
and fire support. Secondary missions of the MH-60 include external load, CSAR and
MEDEVAC operations. The MH-60 is capable of operating from fixed base facilities, remote
sites, or ocean going vessels.
Description:
The MH-60L Direct Action Penetrator (DAP) is an MH-60L modified to mount a variety of
offensive weapons systems. Its mission is to conduct attack helicopter operations utilizing area
fire or precision guided munitions and armed infiltration or exfiltration of small units. It is
capable of conducting direct action (DA) missions as an attack helicopter or has the capability
to reconfigure for troop assault operations. In the Direct Action role, the DAP would not normally
be used as a primary transport for troops or supplies because of high gross weight limits. The
DAP is capable of conducting all missions during day, night, or adverse weather conditions.
Also known informally as the "AH-60L", this upgrade of MH-60L was initiated in 1990 with the
addition of FLIR, radar and standard UH-60 external stores support systems. Two Black Hawk
companies of 160th SOAR each have a MH-60K platoon and MH-16K-DAP/AH-60L platoon.
The MH-60L Direct Action Penetrator (DAP) armaments include a mix of multiple 30-mm Chain
Gun, racks of four AGM-114 Hellfire and 2.75 in rocket pods, 40 mm grenade launcher or
trainable 7.62 mm Gatling guns. An integrated fire control systems and a head-up-display
(HUD) allow the crew to aim the weapons. The MH-60K is the current top-of-the-line SOA
medium helicopter. It was designed with much input from actual 160th pilots. The MH-60K
features a fully integrated NVG compatible glass cockpit. It can carry twelve soldiers over 750
miles without refueling. A mission management system is also part of the aircraft's equipment.
Electronic sensors and counter measures have also been added and improved to increase the
aircraft's effectiveness and ability to survive the battlefield.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - conduct overt or covert infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of
special operations forces
Power plant - Two General Electric T700-GE-701C engines
Thrust - 1,560-1,940 shaft horsepower, each engine
Rotary Diameter - 53 feet, 7 inches (14.1 meters)
Weight - Empty 11,516 lbs
Mission Gross Weight 17,432 lbs
Max Takeoff Weight 22,000 lbs (9,900 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 4,500 lbs (2,041 kilograms)
Speed - 184 mph (159 knots) (max speed 294 mph)
Crew - Four; Pilot, Co-pilot, two door gunners
Armament - Various combinations:
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M230 30mm cannon (1100 rounds) @ 625 rounds per minute (RPM)
M261 FFAR-2.75 ― 19 rocket pods
AGM-114 Hellfire anti-tank missiles
M134 7.62mm miniguns

Contractor - United Technologies/Sikorsky Aircraft Company
Status - Inventory
MH-60K MH-60L DAP
MH-60L DAP
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Nomenclature: UH-60A/L Name: Black Hawk
Capability:
Provide air assault, general support, aeromedical evacuation, command and control and special
operations support to combat and stability and support operations within the US Army.
Description:
The UH 60 Black Hawk is a utility tactical transport helicopter that replaced the UH-1 "Huey".
The versatile Black Hawk has enhanced the overall mobility of The Army, due to dramatic
improvements in troop capacity and cargo lift capability, and will serve as The Army's utility
helicopter in the Objective Force. On the asymmetric battlefield, it provides the commander the
agility to get to the fight quicker and to mass effects throughout the battlespace across the full
spectrum of conflict. An entire 11-person, fully-equipped infantry squad can be lifted in a single
Black Hawk, transported faster than in predecessor systems, in most weather conditions. The
Black Hawk can reposition a 105 mm Howitzer, its crew of six, and lift up to 30 rounds of
ammunition in a single lift. The Black Hawk has performed admirably in a variety of missions,
including air assault, air cavalry and aeromedical evacuations. In addition, modified Black
Hawks operate as command and control, electronic warfare, and special operations platforms.
The aircraft's critical components and systems are armored or redundant, and its airframe is
designed to progressively crush on impact to protect the crew and passengers.
UH-60A Original U.S. Army version, carries a crew of four and up to 11 passengers.
Equipped with a T-700-GE-700 engines.
UH-60C Modified version for C2 missions
UH-60L UH-60A with upgraded T-700-GE-701C or T-700-GE-701D/CC engines,
improved durability gearbox, and additional vibration absorbers.
UH-60M UH-60L upgraded with improved design wide chord rotor blades, T-700-GE-
701D Engines, improved durability gearbox, integrated Vehicle Management
Systems (IVHMS) computer, and modern "Glass Cockpit" flight instrument
suite. Planned to replace all UH-60A and L aircraft with the U.S. Army.
UH-60Q UH-60A modified for medical evacuation. Aircraft since re-designated HH-60A.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Utility helicopter to transport personnel and material
UH-60A UH-60L
Max Gross Weight - 20,250 lbs 22,000 lbs, 23,500 (external cargo)
Speed - 139 kt 150 kt
Endurance - 2.3 hrs 2.1 hrs
Mac Range - 320 nm 306 nm
External Load - 8,000 lbs 9,000 lbs
Internal Load - 2,640 lbs (or 11 combat-equipped troops)
Length - 64 ft 10 in
Height - 16 ft 10 in
Rotor Diameter 53 ft 8 in
Crew - 4 (2 pilots; 2 crew chiefs)
Armament - two 7.62mm machine guns
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Contractor - United Technologies (Stratford, CT); General Electric (Lynn, MA)
Status - Inventory
UH-60L
UH-60Q
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Nomenclature: CH-53D Name: Sea Stallion
Capability:
The CH-53D is a medium lift helicopter designed to transport personnel, supplies and
equipment in support of amphibious and shore operations. The CH-53D Sea Stallion is
designed for the transportation of equipment, supplies and personnel during the assault phase
of an amphibious operation and subsequent operations ashore. Capable of both internal and
external transport of supplies, the CH-53D is shipboard compatible and capable of operation in
adverse weather conditions both day and night. The CH-53D is now filling a role in the Marine
Corps' medium lift helicopter fleet.
Description:
The twin-engine helicopter is capable of lifting 7 tons (6.35 metric tons). Improvements to the
aircraft include T64GE-416 engines, elastomeric rotor head, external range extension fuel
tanks, crashworthy fuel cells, ARC-210 radios, and defensive electronic countermeasure
equipment. The helicopter will carry 32 passengers in its normal configuration and 55
passengers with centerline seats installed. The CH-53D is a more capable version of the CH-
53A introduced into the Marine Corps in 1966. Used extensively both afloat and ashore, the
Sea Stallion was the heavy lift helicopter for the Marine Corps until the introduction of the CH-
53E triple engine variant of the H-53 family into the fleet in 1981. The CH-53D has performed its
multi-role mission lifting both equipment and personnel in training and combat, most recently in
Operation Iraqi Freedom and are deploying to Operation Enduring Freedom in FY09. All Marine
Corps CH-53D helicopters are currently assigned to Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay.
The CH-53D Sea Stallion’s cargo/troop compartment measures 30 feet long by 7'/2 feet wide
and 6'/2 feet high and has a rear door and loading ramp. To facilitate cargo handling, a
remotely controlled winch is located at the forward end of the compartment. There is space for
a jeep with trailer, a 105mm howitzer or a Hawk missile system. If passengers are carried, 32
combat-equipped troops or 24 litter patients can be accommodated. Twin-turbine engines turn
a single, six-bladed main rotor which has an automatic blade-folding system. Engine air
separators have been incorporated on many models to reduce power loss in a sand/dust
environment. An automatic flight control system lessens pilot fatigue on long missions.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Medium lift helicopter designed to transport personnel, supplies and
equipment in support of amphibious and shore operations
Power plant - Two General Electric T64-GE-416 turboshaft engines
Thrust - 4,380 shaft horsepower per engine
Performance - Designed to carry 8,000 lbs. of cargo at a cruise speed of 130 KIAS,
with a maximum level flight speed of 130 KIAS, at sea level on a
standard day
Rotary Diameter - 72 feet 3 inches (21.7 meters)
Length - Fuselage: 67 feet 2 inches (20.1 meters)
Rotors turning: 88 feet 5 inches (26.6 meters)
Width - Rotor: 72 feet 3 inches (21.7 meters)
Fuselage: 24 feet (7.3 meters)
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71 in
Cabin dimensions - Length: 30 feet (9.2 meters)
Width: 8 feet (2.4 meters)
Height: 6 feet 5 inches (1.9 meters) 63
in
Cargo door opening:
Weight - Empty: 23,608 lbs.
90 in
Max Gross: 42,000 lbs.
Internal Load - 32 troops or 24 litter patients plus four attendants or 8,000 lbs. cargo
External Load - Hook rated to 20,000 lbs.
Fuel Capacity - 13,178 lbs
Range - 578 nautical miles (665 statute miles, 1064km);886 nautical miles
Ferry Range
Endurance - 4.5 hrs
Ceiling - 12,450 ft
Speed 130 KIAS
Rotor Systems - 6 blades on main rotor
Armament - Two door mounted.50 BMG XM218 machine guns in the side doors.
or three .50 Cal Browning Machine Gun (BMG) GAU-21 machine
guns (1 ramp mounted)
Crew - Two pilots and one to three aircrew (one crew chief/right gunner,
1 left gunner, 1 tail gunner (combat crew)
Date Deployed - 1966

Contractor - Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (SAC) Division of United Technologies Corp. (UTC)
Status - Inventory 34 Active, 0 Reserve
2 CH-53 Ds Landing
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Nomenclature: CH-53E Name: Super Stallion
Capability:
The CH-53E is a heavy lift helicopter designed to transport heavy equipment and supplies
during the ship-to-shore movement of an amphibious assault and during subsequent operations
ashore. As the Marine Corps' heavy lift helicopter designed for the transportation of material
and supplies, the CH-53E is compatible with most amphibious class ships and is carried
routinely aboard LHA (Landing, Helicopter, Assault: an amphibious assault ship), LPH (Landing
Platform, Helicopter: an amphibious assault ship) and now LHD (Landing, Helicopter, Dock: an
amphibious assault ship) type ships.
Description:
The CH-53E is capable of lifting 16 tons (14.5 metric tons) at sea level, transporting the load 50
nautical miles (57.5 miles) and returning. A typical load would be a 16,000 pound (7264
kilogram) M198 howitzer or a 26,000 pound (11,804 kilogram) Light Armored Vehicle. The
aircraft also can retrieve downed aircraft including another CH-53E. The 53E is equipped with a
refueling probe and can be refueled in flight giving the helicopter indefinite range. Derived from
an engineering change proposal to the twin-engine CH-53D helicopter, the CH-53E has
consistently proven its worth to the Fleet commanders with its versatility and range. With four
and one half hours' endurance, the Super Stallion can move more equipment over rugged
terrain in bad weather and at night. During Operation Eastern Exit two CH-53Es launched from
amphibious ships and flew 463 nautical miles (532.45 miles) at night, refueling twice enroute, to
rescue American and foreign allies from the American Embassy in the civil war-torn capital of
Mogadishu, Somalia in January of 1990. Two CH-53Es rescued Air Force Capt. Scott O'Grady
in Bosnia in June 1995. The platform has been critical to the success of OEF, OIF, and HOA.
The CH-53E is a follow-on for its predecessor, the CH-53D. Improvements include the addition
of a third engine to give the aircraft the ability to lift the majority of the Fleet Marine Force's
equipment, a dual point cargo hook system, improved main rotor blades, and composite tail
rotor blades. A dual digital automatic flight control system and engine anti-ice system give the
aircraft an all-weather capability. The helicopter seats 32 passengers in its normal configuration
and has provisions to carry 55 passengers with centerline seats installed. With the dual point
hook systems, it can carry external loads at increased airspeeds due to the stability achieved
with a dual point system.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Heavy lift helicopter designed to transport heavy equipment and
supplies during the ship-to-shore movement of an amphibious
assault and during subsequent operations ashore
Power plant - Three General Electric T64-GE-416 turboshaft engines
Thrust - 4,380 shaft horsepower per engine
Performance - Designed to carry 32,000 lbs. of cargo externally at a cruise speed of
100 KIAS to a range of 50 nautical miles on a sea level tropical (32
degrees C) day. At destination, the helicopter can hover for 5
minutes, release its cargo, return 50 nautical miles without payload
at speed for best range, and have 20 minutes of fuel in reserve. The
helicopter is also designed to retrieve another CH-53E at a range of
20 nautical miles.
Rotary Diameter - 79 feet (24 meters) (CH-53D 72 feet)
Rotor Systems - 7 blades on main rotor
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Length - Fuselage: 73.4 feet (22.4 meters)
Rotors turning; 99 feet.5 inches (30.2 meters)
Width - Rotor: 79 feet (24.1 meters)
Fuselage: 24 feet (7.3 meters) 71 in
Cabin dimensions - Length: 30 feet (9.2 meters)

Width: 8 feet (2.4 meters)
63
Height: 6 feet 5 inches (1.9 meters) in
Cargo door opening:
Weight - Empty: 37,500 lbs. 90 in
Design Gross: 46,500 lbs.
Max weight on wheels; 69,750 lbs. (31,666 kilograms)
Internal Load - 32 troops or 24 litter patients plus four attendants or 15,000 lbs.
cargo
Max Gross weight w/External Load: 73,500 lbs. (33,369 kilograms)
External load: Hook rated to 36,000 lbs.
Fuel Capacity - 13,178 lbs.
Range - without refueling; 580 nautical miles; with aerial refueling: indefinite
Endurance - 4 hrs (unrefueled)
Ceiling - 18,500 ft
Speed 172.5 mph; 150 knots
Armament - Two door mounted.50 BMG XM218 machine guns in the side doors.
or three .50 Cal Browning Machine Gun (BMG) GAU-21 machine
guns (1 ramp mounted)
Crew - Two pilots and one to three aircrew (one crew chief/right gunner, 1
left gunner, 1 tail gunner (combat crew)
Date Deployed - 1981
Contractor - Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (SAC) Division of United Technologies Corp. (UTC)
Status - Inventory, 146 Active, 6 Reserve
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Nomenclature: UH-1N/Y Name: Iroquois
Capability:
Utility helicopter, primarily used for search and rescue, command and control and maritime
special operations missions.
Description:
The HH-1N Iroquois helicopter is used by the Navy for shore-based search and rescue duties.
The UH-1N Iroquois is used by the Marine Corps to provide all-weather, day-or-night airborne
command, control and coordination for assault support operations. Additionally, it is used for
assault transport and maritime special operations, forward air control, aeromedical evacuation
of casualties from the field and tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel missions.
The H-1 family of helicopters, popularly known as the Huey, is the most successful military
helicopter ever produced — more than 16,000 have been produced since 1956. Originating
from a 1955 U.S. Army contract for a medical evacuation helicopter, the first Navy/Marine Corps
Iroquois variant, the UH-1E, was first procured in 1964. Deliveries of the current version, the
HH/UH-1N, began in 1971. The last, and newest, UH-1N was delivered in January 1979. Both
the Navy HH-1N fleet and the Marine Corps UH-1N fleet are scheduled to start being replaced
by the UH-1Y in March 2008. The UH-1N could be in the fleet until 2014 when the last UH-1Y
is delivered.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Utility and transport helicopter
Power plant - Two Pratt and Whitney T400-CP-400 turbo shaft engines, 1,250 hp
Length - 57 ft (fuselage 42 ft 4 in)
Height - 14 ft 5 in
Weight - Empty: 6,370 lb
Rotar Diameter - 48 ft
Speed - Max cruise speed 110 knots
Range - 286 miles
Ceiling - 17,300 ft
Crew - Pilot, copilot, crew chief, gunner, plus 6 to 8 combat equipped troops
Armament - 7.62mm or GAU-21 .50 caliber machine gun; 2.75 rockets
Initial operating capability - Jan 1971
Inventory - UH-1Y Future 100
Contractor - Bell Helicopter Company
Status - Inventory
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UH-1N
UH-1Y
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Nomenclature: H-46 Name: Sea Knight
Capability:
Provide all-weather, day/night assault transport of combat troops, supplies, and equipment
during amphibious and subsequent operations ashore. While the primary function of the H-46
is troop assault, movement of supplies and equipment is secondary. Additional tasks are:
combat and assault support for evacuation and other maritime special operations; over-water
search and rescue; support for mobile forward refueling and rearming points; as well as
aeromedical casualty evacuation.
Description:
The H-46 aircraft are dual-piloted, twin-turbine General Electric T58 Series turbo-shaft engines,
tandem-rotor helicopters that are relatively insensitive to wind direction. It has a large cabin and
cargo-handling system, allowing for the option to carry up to 12 combat-loaded troops or the
capability of being outfitted to carry medical evacuation litters in case of disasters. Additionally,
its large center of gravity range optimizes it for vertical replenishment missions. It has the fuel
endurance to stay airborne for approximately two hours, or up to three hours with the use of an
additional internal tank.
Characteristics:
ENGINE (shp) - (2) T58-GE-16A Series turbo-shaft engines
Maximum Power - 1,870
Continuous Power - 1,770
FUEL CAPACITY (gal) - 660
WEIGHTS (lbs.)
Raw (Empty) Weight: 15,500
External Cargo Hook: 10,000 (capacity)
Maximum Gross Weight: 24,300
DIMENSIONS
Overall - External Cabin - Internal
Height, rotors turning/folded - 16 ft 11.6 in./16 ft 8 in. Height: 6 ft
Width, rotors turning/folded - 51 ft/14 ft 9 in. Width: 6 ft
Length, rotors turning/folded - 84 ft 4 in./45 ft 7.5 in Length: 24 ft 2 in.
PERFORMANCE (reported at maximum gross weight)
Maximum Speed (knots/mph) - 136/156 Range at VBR (nmi): 180-360
Cruise Speed (knots/mph) - 120/138 Service Ceiling (ft): 14,000
Rate of Climb (fpm) - 1,433
ROTOR SYSTEM
Blades per Hub - 3
Blade Fold - Automatic/Manual
Speed (rpm) - 264 at 100% Nr
CREW
Normal - 4 (pilot, copilot, crew chief and 1 mechanic)
Combat - 6 (pilot, copilot, crew chief and 3 aerial gunners)
PAYLOAD
Combat - 12 troops
Medical Evacuation - 15 litters and 2 attendants
Cargo - 5 pallets or 5 tri-walls
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Contractor/Status/Improvements/Special Equipment:
Contractor: Boeing Vertol Company
Status: Active Inventory
PMA-226/NAVAIRSYSCOM
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Nomenclature: CH-47 Name: Chinook
Capability:
Transport ground forces, supplies, ammunition and other battle-critical cargo in support of
worldwide combat and contingency operations.
Description:
The CH-47 Chinook is a twin-turbine, tandem-rotor, heavy-lift transport helicopter with a useful
load of up to 25,000 pounds. As the Army’s only heavy-lift helicopter, the mission of the CH-47
is to transport troops (including air assault), supplies, weapons and other cargo in combat,
combat support, and combat service support operations. The Chinook’s cockpit accommodates
tow pilots and an observer. It has a triple hook system, which provides stability to large external
loads or the capacity for multiple eternal loads. Large external loads such as 155mm howitzers
can be transported at speeds up to 260 km/h using the triple hook load configuration. Multiple
external loads can be delivered to two or three separate destinations in one sortie. The cabin
provides 42 cubic meters of cargo space and 21 square meters of cargo floor area and can
accommodate two HMMWVs or a HMMWV together with 105mm howitzer and gun crew. The
main cabin can hold up to 33 fully equipped troops. The Chinook is equipped with two T55-GA-
714 turbo-shaft engines, which are pod-mounted on either side of the rear pylon under the rotor
blades. The self-sealing fuel tanks are mounted in external fairings on the sides of the
fuselage. The fixed tanks hold 1,030 gallons of fuel. Three additional fuel tanks can be carried
in the cargo area. The Chinook has undergone numerous upgrades since the first CH-47A
model entered the Army service in 1962.
Operational history: CH-47A Chinook entered service in Vietnam with the U.S. Army 1st
Cavalry Division in late 1965. The CH-47B was the standard troop transport used by the U.S.
Army 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam. During the Gulf War of 1991, 163 CH-47Ds served in
Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The CH-47D saw wide use in Operation Enduring
Freedom in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom in Iraq. The Chinook was used in air
assault missions, inserting troops into fire bases and later bringing food, water, and ammunition.
It is typically escorted by attack helicopters such as the Apache for protection. The CH-47D
was particularly useful in the mountainous terrain of Afghanistan where high altitudes and
temperatures limited the use of the Black Hawk.
Variants.
The MH-47D variant was developed for Special Forces operations and has in-flight refueling
capability, a fast-rope rappelling system and other upgrades.
The current model used by US Army Special Operations is the MH-47E.
A recapitalization program of the CH-47F will provide a more reliable, less costly to operate
aircraft compatible with joint digital connectivity requirements in the future force with an
extended life of approximately 20 years. Key modifications integrate a new-machined airframe,
an upgraded T55-GA-714A engine to restore performance capability, Common Avionics
Architecture System, Air Warrior, Common Missile Warning System enhanced air
transportability, Digital Automatic Flight Control System (DAFCS), and an Extended Range Fuel
System II for self-deployment missions. The CH47F is expected to remain the Army’s heavy-lift
helicopter until at least the 2020-2025 time frame.
The MH-47G Special Operations Aviation (SOA) version is currently being delivered to the U.S.
Army. It is similar to the MH-47E, but features a more sophisticated avionics including a digital
Common Avionics Architecture System (CAAS).
On November 9, 2006, the HH-47, a new variant of the Chinook based on the MH-47G, was
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selected by the United States Air Force as the winner of the Combat Search and Rescue
(CSAR-X) competition. Four development HH-47s will be built.
Characteristics:
Power Plant- two Lycoming T55-GA-714 turbo-shaft engines
Max Gross Weight - 50,000 lbs
Empty Weight - 23,401 lbs
Height - 18ft 11 in
Width -
Length - 98 ft 10 in
Max speed- 170 knots/184 mph
Normal cruise speed- 130 knots/137 mph
Rate of climb- 1,522 ft/min
Rotor system- three manual-folding blades per hub (tow hubs); 225 revolutions per
minute; 60 ft rotor span
Range - 450 m/741 km
Ceiling - 18,500 ft/ 5,640 m
Crew - 3 (pilot, co-pilot, and flight engineer)
Troop capacity- 33 troops combat loaded
Litter capacity- 24
Sling-load capacity 26,000 lb center hook; 17,000 lb forward/aft hook; 25,000 lb tandem
Armament - M1334 7.62mm minigun, M240 7.62mm machine gun
Contractor - Boeing
Status - Inventory
SOF Team Jumps from MH-47

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CHAPTER
TWENTYFOUR 1 June 2009
UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES (UAV)

Nomenclature: MQ-1B Name: Predator
Capability:
The MQ-1B Predator is a medium-altitude, long-endurance, remotely piloted aircraft. The
MQ-1B's primary mission is armed reconnaissance against critical, time sensitive targets. The
MQ-1B is a Joint Forces Air Component Commander-owned theater asset for reconnaissance,
surveillance and target acquisition in support of the Joint Forces commander.
Description:
The MQ-1B Predator system consists of four aircraft (with sensors), a ground control station, a
Predator Primary Satellite Link, and approximately 55 personnel for deployed 24-hour
operations.
The basic crew for the Predator is one pilot and one sensor operator. They fly the aircraft from
the ground control station (GCS) via a line-of-sight data link or a satellite data link for beyond
line-of-sight flight. The aircraft is equipped with a color nose camera (generally used by the pilot
for flight control), a day variable-aperture TV camera and a variable-aperture infrared camera
(for low light/night). The cameras produce full motion video.
The MQ-1 Predator carries the Multi-spectral Targeting System with inherent AGM-114 Hellfire
missile targeting capability and integrates electro-optical, infrared, laser designator and laser
illuminator into a single sensor package. The aircraft can employ two laser-guided Hellfire
missiles with the MTS ball.
The system is composed of four major components which can be deployed for worldwide
operations. The Predator aircraft can be disassembled and loaded into a shipping container
sometimes referred to as the "coffin." The ground control system is transportable in a C-130 (or
larger) transport aircraft. The Predator aircraft can operate on a 5,000 by 75 feet (1,524 meters
by 23 meters), hard surface runway with clear line-of-sight. The ground data terminal antenna
provides line-of-sight communications for takeoff and landing. The Predator Primary Satellite
Link (PPSL) provides over-the-horizon communications for the aircraft.
The primary employment mode for Predator is called Remote Split Operations. The aircraft is
launched from the Forward Operating Location (FOL) using a smaller version of the GCS call
the Launcher and Recovery GCS (LRGCS). Once airborne, the aircraft is handed off to a crew
in a CONUS based GCS which conducts the mission via extended communication links.
Following the mission, the aircraft is handed back to the LRGCS for recovery.
The aircraft includes an ARC-210 radio, an APX-100 IFF/SIF with Mode 4 and a turbo-charged
engine. The latest upgrade enhances maintenance and performance, and includes notched
tails, split engine cowling, steel braided hoses and an improved engine block.
The "M" is the Department of Defense designation for multi-role and "Q" means unmanned
aircraft system. The "1" refers to the aircraft being the first of a series of purpose-built remotely
piloted aircraft systems.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Armed reconnaissance, airborne surveillance and target
acquisition
Power plant - Rotax 914 I four cylinder engine
Thrust - 115 horsepower
Wingspan - 48.7 feet (14.8 meters)
Weight - 1,130 pounds (512 kilograms) empty
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Maxi Takeoff Weight - 2,250 pounds (1,020 kilograms)
External Payload - 300 pounds
Fuel Capacity - 660 pounds (100 gallons)
Loiter Speed - Cruise speed around 84 mph (70 knots), up to 135 mph
Maximum Speed - 120 KIAS
Endurance - 24+ Hours (Clean)
Service Ceiling - up to 25,000 feet (7,620 meters)
Max Range, No Relay - up to 400 nautical miles (454 miles)
Max Range with Relay -
Crew - Two (pilot and sensor operator)
Armament - two laser-guided AGM-114 Hellfire missiles
Launcher - Modified M299 Missile Launcher Rail
Launch - Wheeled
Recovery - Wheeled
Initial operating capability - March 2005
Inventory - In Production

Contractor - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Incorporated
Status - Production
703 AESG, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: MQ-1C Name: Sky Warrior
Capability:
The Sky Warrior provides the U.S. Army with a long-endurance, persistent ISR and tactical
strike capability featuring a heavy-fuel engine for increased supportability in the field
Description:
The Sky Warrior will be operating in a reconnaissance, surveillance and target acquisition role.
It will be part of an integrated command, control, communications and intelligence system. The
U.S. Army plans to field this advanced Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) to assume some of the
roles currently performed by the Air Force's Predator in 2009. The major difference between
Sky Warrior and preceding models of Predator is its use of a diesel engine to meet Army one-
fuel requirements. Taking off from an airfield, the Sky Warrior is operated via the Army’s One
System GCS and lands via an automatic takeoff and landing system. The Sky Warrior’s
payload includes EO/IR and SAR with moving target indicator (SAR/MTI) capabilities.
Additionally, two 250-pound and two 500-pound hard points under the main wings provide an
attack capability. Sky Warrior UAS will be fielded to each of the Army’s divisions.
Characteristics:
Primary Function -
Power plant - 1 X Thielert Heavy-Fuel Engine (JP-8, diesel), 135 HP (100kW)
Thrust - 135 HP
Wingspan - 56 ft (17 m)
Length - 28 ft (8 m)
Height - 6.9 ft (2.1 m)
Weight - 1130 lbs.
Maxi Takeoff Weight - 3,200 lbs. (1,451 kg)
External Payload -
Total Payload (Fuel + 1,075 lb (488 kg)
Payloads) -
Fuel Capacity - 600 lbs
Loiter Speed -
Maximum Speed - 155 mph (135 knots )
Endurance - 26 hr w/250 lb. payload
Service Ceiling - 29,000 ft (8,840 m)
Max Range, No Relay -
Armament - 4 AGM-114 Hellfire Missiles
Sensor EO/IR/laser rangefinder/laser designator
Datalink - SATCOM (BLOS-Ku-band; LOS-C-band (TDCL))
Guidance Tracking -
Launch - Wheeled on Runway
Recovery - Wheeled on Runway
Inventory - 0 delivered/132 Aircraft Planned (11 systems; 12 UAVs per system)
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Contractor - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Status -
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Nomenclature: MQ-9 Name: Reaper
Capability:
The MQ-9 Reaper is a medium-to-high altitude, long endurance remotely piloted aircraft
system. The MQ-9 can perform as either a persistent hunter-killer against emerging
targets to achieve joint force commander objectives or as an intelligence, surveillance and
reconnaissance asset, employing sensors to provide real-time data to commanders and
intelligence specialists at all levels.
Description:
The typical system consists of 4 air vehicles, a ground control station (GCS), communication
equipment/links, spares and support personnel. The crew for the MQ-9 is a pilot and a sensor
operator, who operate the aircraft from a remotely located GCS using the same Remote Split
Operations concept as the MQ-1 Predator. To meet combatant commanders' requirements, the
MQ-9 delivers tailored capabilities using mission kits that may contain various weapons and
sensor payload combinations.
The MQ-9 baseline system has a robust sensor suite for targeting. Imagery is provided by an
infrared sensor, a color/monochrome daylight TV and an image-intensified TV. The video from
each of the imaging sensors can be viewed as separate video streams or fused with the IR
sensor video. The laser rangefinder/designator provides the capability to precisely designate
targets for laser-guided munitions. Synthetic aperture radar will enable Joint Direct Attack
Munitions targeting. The aircraft is also equipped with a color nose camera, generally used by
the pilot for flight control.
Each MQ-9 aircraft can be disassembled into main components and loaded into a container for
air deployment worldwide in Air Force airlift assets such as the C-130. The MQ-9 air vehicle
operates from standard U.S. airfields.
The MQ-9 Reaper aircraft is larger and more powerful than the MQ-1 Predator and is designed
to go after time-sensitive targets with persistence and precision, and destroy or disable those
targets. The "M" is the Department of Defense designation for multi-role and "Q" means
unmanned aircraft system. The "9" refers to the series of purpose-built remotely piloted aircraft
systems.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Unmanned hunter/killer or ISR weapon system
Power plant - Honeywell TPE331-10GD turboprop engine
Thrust - 900 shaft horsepower maximum
Length - 36 feet (11 meters)
Weight - 4,900 pounds (2,223 kilograms) empty
Maxi Takeoff Weight - 10,500 pounds (4,760 kilograms)
External Payload - 3,750 pounds (1,701 kilograms)
Fuel Capacity - 4,000 pounds (602 gallons)
Speed - cruise speed around 230 KTAS, (200 KIAS)
Endurance - 14 Hours (loaded)
Service Ceiling - up to 50,000 feet (15,240 meters)
Armament - Combination of AGM-114 Hellfire missiles, GBU-12 Paveway II and
GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munitions
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Launcher/Rack - BUR-15/A Bomb Rack
Modified M299 Missile Launcher Rail
Launch - Wheeled
Recovery - Wheeled
Initial operating capability - expected in fiscal 2009

Contractor - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.
Status - Production
703 AESG, WPAFB, OH
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Nomenclature: RQ-4 Name: Global Hawk
Capability:
The RQ-4 Global Hawk is a high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aircraft system with an
integrated sensor suite that provides intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, or ISR,
capability worldwide. Global Hawk's mission is to provide a broad spectrum of ISR collection
capability to support joint combatant forces in worldwide peacetime, contingency and wartime
operations. The Global Hawk complements manned and space reconnaissance systems by
providing near-real-time coverage using imagery intelligence or IMINT, sensors.
Description:
The Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawk is a high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aircraft
designed to provide wide area coverage of up to 40,000 nm per day. The Global Hawk system
consists of the RQ-4 aircraft, mission control element, or MCE, launch and recovery element, or
LRE, sensors, communication links, support element and trained personnel. The IMINT sensors
include synthetic aperture radar, electro-optical and medium-wave infrared sensors. The system
offers a wide variety of employment options. The long range and endurance of this system allow
tremendous flexibility in meeting mission requirements. The LRE, located at the aircraft base,
launches the aircraft until handoff to the MCE contains functions required to launch, recover
and operate an aircraft while en route to or from the target area. The LRE contains one pilot
station providing the capability to operate one aircraft with no sensor operations.
The Global Hawk will eventually carry the airborne signals intelligence payload. One version of
Global Hawk will carry the Radar Technology Insertion Program active electronically scanned
array radar.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - High-altitude, long-endurance intelligence, surveillance and
Reconnaissance (ISR)
Power plant - Rolls-Royce-North American AE3007H turbofan
Thrust - 7,600 lbs.
Wingspan - Blk 10 116 feet (35.3 meters); Blk 20/30/40 130.9 feet (39.8 meters)
Length - Blk 10 44 feet (13.4 meters); Blk 20/30/40, 47.6 feet (14.5 meters)
Height - Blk 10 15.2 (4.6 meters); Blk 20/30/40, 15.3 feet (4.7 meters)
Weight - Blk 10, 11,350 pounds (5,148 kilograms); Blk 20/30/40,
14,950 lbs. (6,781 kilograms)
Max Takeoff Weight - Blk 10, 26,750 lbs. (12,133 kg); Blk 20/30/40, 32,250 lbs. (14628 kg)
External Payload Blk 10, 2,000 lbs. (907 kg); Blk 20/30/40, 3,000 lbs. (1,360 kg)
Fuel Capacity - Blk 10, 15,400 lbs. (6,985 kg); Blk 20/30/40, 17,300 lbs. (7847 kg)
Loiter Speed -
Maximum Speed - Blk 10, 340 knots (391 mph); Blk 20/30/40, 310 knots (357 mph)
Endurance - 36 hours
Service Ceiling - 60,000 feet
Max Range, No Relay - Blk 10, 9,500 nautical miles; Blk 20/30/40, 8,700 nautical miles
Crew - Three (LRE pilot, MCE pilot and sensor operator)
Armament - N/A
Datalink - Ku SATCOM, CDL, LOS
Guidance Tracking - UHF SATCOM/LOS, INMARSAT
Launch - Wheeled
Recovery - Wheeled
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Inventory - Active force, Blk 10: 7; Blk 20: 6; Blk 30: 1; Blk 40: 0

Contractor - Northrop Grumman (Prime), Raytheon, LE Comm
Status - Deployed/Operational
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Nomenclature: RQ-5A/MQ-5B/C Name: Hunter
Capability:
The Hunter system is capable of carrying out the following missions: real-time imagery
intelligence, artillery adjustment, battle damage assessment, reconnaissance and surveillance,
target acquisition and battlefield observation.
Description:
The MQ-5B/C has a fixed-wing, twin tail-boom design with a fuel-carrying center wing. It is
powered by two 'heavy fuel' diesel engines developed by Northrop Grumman, one to 'push' and
one to 'pull' the air vehicle. These allow the air vehicle to operate at higher altitudes of 6,100m
(25,000ft) and increase endurance from 30 hours. The avionics suite includes upgraded
mission computers, a new LN-251 Global Positioning System / Inertial Navigation System
(GPS/INS), an APX-118 IFF transponder and an auxiliary power distribution unit. The suite
introduces a relay mode that allows one Hunter to control another at extended ranges or over
terrain obstacles. The extended centre wing has two external hard points capable of carrying
weapons such as the Northrop Grumman Viper Strike laser-guided munition. The external
payload is 60kg (130lb) on each wing. The primary payload on the RQ-5 is the Multi-Mission
Optronic Payload (MOSP), developed by IAI Tamam, which includes television and Forward
Looking Infrared (FLIR) to provide day / night surveillance capability. US Army Hunters can be
fitted with new sensors including a third-generation FLIR and a spotter for the day TV camera.
Hunter is capable of carrying other advanced mission payloads and has been used as a
payload demonstration platform. Payloads have included a laser designator and various
communications systems. A communications relay payload extends VHF/UHF communications
beyond line of sight. Electronic countermeasures payloads have included communications
warning receiver, communications jammer and radar jammer supplied by Northrop Grumman.
Ground Control Station (GCS): The GCS-3000 ground control station, manned by two
operators, tracks, commands, controls and communicates with the air vehicle and its payload.
One ground control station can control one air vehicle or two air vehicles in relay. An enhanced
mission planner provides flexible automated tactical mission planning and access to Digital
Terrain Elevation Data (DTED), CD ROM map data and data from the Defense Mapping
Agency (DMA). The GCS has three control bays and an optional intelligence bay. The pilot
control bay controls the flight of the air vehicle. An observer control bay controls the payload
functions. The navigation control bay is equipped with a digital map display which traces the
flight path and monitors the progress of the mission. The intelligence bay provides data
processing and distribution capabilities.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Unmanned reconnaissance and hunter/killer weapon system
Power plant - Mercedes HFE (X2)
Thrust - 57 hp (X2)
Wingspan - 54.5 feet (16.6m)
Length - 24.4 feet (7.5m)
Height - 7.5 feet (2.28m)
Weight -
External Payload (Max- 130 pounds (60 kg)
Per wing)
Total Payload (Fuel + 670 pounds (309 kg)
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Payloads) -
Fuel Capacity - 421 pounds (602 gallons) JP-8
Loiter Speed - 111km/h to 148km/h
Maximum Speed- 222km/h
Endurance- over 30 hours
Service Ceiling - 25,000 feet (7,620 meters)
Max Range, No Relay- 127km
Max Range with Relay- 200km
Armament - GBU-44/B Viper Strike
Datalink -
Guidance Tracking -
Launch - Wheeled
Recovery - Wheeled
Inventory - Active force

Contractor - Northrop Grumman
Status - Production
Ground Control Station

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Nomenclature: RQ-7B Name: Shadow
Capability:
The Shadow system is capable of carrying out the following missions: real-time imagery
intelligence, artillery adjustment, battle damage assessment, reconnaissance and surveillance,
target acquisition and battlefield observation.
Description: The RQ-7 Shadow unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is used by the United States
Army and Marine Corps. Launched from a rail, it is recovered with the aid of arresting gear
similar to jets on an aircraft carrier. Its gimbal-mounted, digitally-stabilized, liquid nitrogen-
cooled electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) camera relays video in real time via a C-band LOS data
link to the ground control station (GCS).
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Unmanned reconnaissance
Power plant - Wankel UAV Engines 741, 38 hp (28.5kW) each
Thrust - 38 hp
Wingspan - 14 ft
Length - 12.2 ft (3.9m)
Height - 3.3 ft (1m)
Weight - 186 lbs. (77 kg)
Max Takeoff Weight -
External Payload- 100 lb (45 kg)
Total Payload (Fuel + 380 lbs.
Payloads)
Fuel Capacity - 12 gal (44 L) of 87 octane gasoline or 100LL Avgas (with few
Modifications)
Loiter Speed -
Maximum Speed- max: 150 kts dash
Loiter: 60 kts
Endurance- 7.5 hours @ 50 kts
Service Ceiling - 15,000 feet (Electronic Line of Sight (ELOS))
Max Range, No Relay - 125 km
Armament - N/A
Datalink -
Guidance Tracking -
Launch - Rail
Recovery - Wheels
Inventory - Active force

Contractor - AAI Corporation
Status - Production
NAVAIR, PMA-263 , NASD Patuxent River , MD
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Nomenclature: RQ-8B Name: Fire Scout
Capability:
Description:
The RQ-8B will provide unprecedented situational awareness and precision targeting support
for the U.S. Navy, and the U.S. Army. MQ-8B features four-blade main rotor, in contrast to the
larger-diameter three-blade rotor of the RQ-8A, to reduce noise and improve lift capacity and
performance. The four-blade rotor had already been evaluated on Fire Scout prototypes. They
boost gross takeoff weight by 500 pounds to 3,150 pounds (by 225 kg to 1,430 kg), with
payloads of up to 700 pounds (320 kg) for short-range missions. The MQ-8B is fitted with stub
wings as well. The wings will serve both an aerodynamic purpose as well as an armament
carriage location, to include weapons such as Hellfire missiles, Viper Strike laser-guided glide
weapons, and in particular pods carrying the "Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System
(APKWS)", a laser-guided 70 millimeter (2.75 inch) folding-fin rocket, which the Army sees as
ideal for the modern battlefield. The Army is also interested in using the Fire Scout to carry up
to 90 kilograms (200 pounds) of emergency supplies to troops in the field. The MQ-8B is being
modified to permit rapid swap out of payload configurations. The current sensor configuration of
a day/night turret with a laser target designator will of course remain an option. Alternate sensor
payloads in consideration include a Tactical Synthetic Aperture Radar TSAR with Moving Target
Indicator (MTI) capability, a multispectral sensor, a SIGINT module, the Target Acquisition
Minefield Detection System (TAMIDS), and the Tactical Command Data Link (TCDL). The Army
wants the Fire Scout to operate as an element of an integrated ground sensor network as well.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Unmanned hunter/killer weapons system
Power plant - Rolls Royce Allison Model 250-C20W
Thrust - 320 shp continuous
Main rotor diameter - 27 ft 6 in (8.4 m)
Length - 22.87 ft (8.4 m)
Height - 9.42 ft (2.9 m)
Weight - 3,150 lb (1,430 kg)
Maxi Takeoff Weight -
External Payload - 600 lb.
Total Payload (Fuel +
Payloads) -
Fuel Capacity - 1292 lb.
Loiter Speed -
Maximum Speed - 125 + knots
Endurance - 8 + hrs
Service Ceiling - 20,000 ft (6,100 m)
Crew -
Armament -
Sensor - EO/IR/laser designator and rangefinder
Datalink - LOS C2, Ku-band/UHF
Guidance Tracking -
Launch -
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Recovery -
Inventory -

Contractor - Northrop Grumman Unmanned Systems
Status -
Control Station with Tactical Control System Software
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Nomenclature: RQ-11B Name: Raven
Capability:
The RQ-11B Raven Small Unmanned Aircraft System is a small man-portable UAS that
performs reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition missions for Army, USMC and
USSOCOM forces.
Description:
The Raven back-packable UAS features two air vehicles or AVs, a ground control unit, remote
video terminal, transit cases and support equipment. Typically two specially trained users
operate the Raven UAV. The craft is launched by hand and powered by an electric motor. The
UAV can be controlled manually or can autonomously navigate a preplanned route. The Raven
includes a color electro-optical camera and an infrared camera for night operations. The air
vehicle is hand-launched, weighs less than 5 pounds, has a range of 10 kilometers and an
endurance of up to 90 minutes. It can fly up to altitudes of 1,000 feet (305 m) above ground
level (AGL), and 15,000 feet mean sea level (MSL), at a flying speed of 28-60 mph. The Raven
can be either remotely controlled from the ground station or fly completely autonomous
missions using GPS waypoint navigation. The UAV can be ordered to immediately return to its
launch point simply by pressing a single command button.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Reconnaissance and Air Surveillance
Power plant - Aveox 27/26/7-AV electric motor (200 watt DC)
Thrust -
Wingspan - 4 ft 3 in (1.4 m)
Length - 3 ft 7 in (1.1 m)
Height -
Weight - 4.2 lb
Maxi Takeoff Weight - 4.2 lb (1.9 kg)
External Payload - EO, 2 cameras POV switchable in flight: standard resolution
camera, fixed FOV, and high resolution camera. Optional IR
microbometer
Payloads) -
Fuel Capacity - N/A battery powered
Loiter Speed -
Maximum Speed - 60 mph (32 to 45 knots)
Endurance - 90 min
Service Ceiling - 15,000 (MSL) ft
Max Range, No Relay - 6.2 miles
Crew - 1 Ground Controller
Armament - N/A
Datalink -
Guidance Tracking -
Launch - Hand Launched
Recovery - Deep Stall
Inventory -
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Contractor - AV Inc. US
Status - Deployed
NAVAIR, PMA-263, Patuxent River Naval Air Station
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Nomenclature: None Name: Wasp
Capability:
Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) selected the Wasp III as its Battlefield Air
Targeting Micro Air Vehicle (BATMAV).
Description:
Wasp Block III is Equipped with forward and side looking color video cameras, as well as a
modular forward or side looking electro-optical infrared payload. AFSOC uses these systems in
support of ground combat controller teams. The Wasp III payload integrates several fixed
cameras performing different tasks. The forward camera maintains field orientation with a broad
view of the scene, while the side view camera, utilizing higher power magnification is generally
used for target investigation. To maintain continuous coverage of a specific target, the Wasp
automatically circles around it, maintaining the designated target in the side camera's field of
view. The system is packed in a small suitcase, rapidly assembled within few minutes and is
launched by hand toss. WASP is nearly silent and, when flown at night, it's almost undetectable.
The smaller Wasp III is deployed by the US Marine Corps at the platoon level. To maintain
commonality among deployed systems, the Wasp III uses a ground control system common to
the Raven B and Puma UASs. The Wasp III mission endurance is 45 minutes, at a range of 5
km. At its mission termination point the Wasp lands horizontally over flat surface. A water
landing version based on the WASP III is currently deployed.
Characteristics:
Wasp Block II Wasp Block III
Power plant - 1 X 10 watt DC Electric 1 X 10 watt DC Electric
Thrust -
Wingspan - 16.1 in (41 cm) 28.5 in (72 cm)
Length - 9.3 in 9.3 in
Height -
Weight - 290 g . 450 g
Maxi Takeoff Weight - 290 g . 450 g
Fuel Capacity - N/A battery powered
Loiter Speed -
Maximum Speed - 25-37 mph (40-60 km/h) 25-40 mph (40-65 km/h)
Endurance - 40-60 min 45 min
Service Ceiling - 10,000 (ASL) ft
Max Range, No Relay - 2.5 miles (4 km) 3.1 miles (5 km)
Crew - 1 ground controller
Armament - N/A
Launch - Sling shot / Hand launched
Recovery - Skid landing, no wheels
Inventory -

Contractor – Aerovironment Inc , USA
Status - Deployed
24-17 FOUO
Wasp Block II Wasp Block II
Hand Controller
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: ScanEagle
Capability:
Performs Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), missions.
Description:
The ScanEagle Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is a 40 lb (18 kg) UAV designed for continuous
mission of 15+ hours, cruising at speeds of 50 kt at an altitude of 5,000m. The system was
designed for autonomous field operation. ScanEagle carries a payload of 6 kg, operating at a
ceiling of 5,000 meters. It can be launched and retrieved over any terrain, including naval
operations. The Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) includes a UAV, a Sky Wedge hydraulic
launcher, Sky Hook retrieving system, and mobile ground control element. The long-
endurance, fully autonomous ScanEagle is equipped with nose-mounted inertial-stabilized
camera turret, designed to track an object of interest for extended periods of time. It carries
inertially stabilized electro-optical (EO) and infrared (IR) cameras that allow the operator to track
both stationary and moving targets. ScanEagle is launched autonomously from a pneumatic
SuperWedge catapult launcher and flies either preprogrammed or operator-initiated missions.
The Insitu-patented SkyHook™ system is used to retrieve the UAS, capturing it by way of a
rope suspended from a 50-foot-high tower. The system makes ScanEagle runway-independent
and minimizes its impact on shipboard operations, similar to a vertical-takeoff-and-landing
vehicle. ScanEagle is currently deployed with the US Marine Corps and US Navy in Iraq and
Afghanistan, where the system flew over 100,000 hours since inception of the system in July
2005.
Characteristics:
Primary Function - Land / Sea based long-endurance Intel, Surveillance and
Reconnaissance
Power plant - 3W-Modeellmotoren 3W-24 1kW unleaded auto gasoline single-

cylinder, two-stroke, spark-ignited, loop-scavenged piston engine
Thrust - 1.5 hp
Wingspan - 2.9 m / 10 ft
Length - 1.2 m / 4 ft
Height - 0.5 m
Diameter - 7 in.
Weight - 42 lbs.
Max Takeoff Weight - 15.4 kg
External Payload - 4.3 kg
Payloads) -
Fuel Capacity -
Loiter Speed - 48 knots
Maximum Speed - 70 knots
Endurance - 20 hours
Service Ceiling - 5,000 m
Crew - 2
Armament - N/A
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Datalink - None
Guidance Tracking -
Launch - Pneumatic
Recovery - Skyhook System
Inventory -

Contractor - Boeing Advanced Unmanned Systems Group and The Insitu Group, Inc
Status - Inventory
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Nomenclature: RQ-16A Name: T-Hawk
Capability:
The T-Hawk backpackable UAV is to be used at platoon level for short-range surveillance,
reconnaissance, target acquisition and battle management. The initial military evaluation
focused on the detection of IEDs (Improvised Explosive Devices).
Description:
Each T-Hawk is small enough to carry in a backpack and is equipped with video cameras to
relay information back to foot soldiers using a portable handheld terminal. The circular vehicle,
weighing 17 pounds and 14 inches in diameter, can easily fly down to inspect hazardous areas
for threats without exposing warfighters to enemy fire. It also has the ability to take off and land
vertically from complex desert and urban terrains without using runways or helipads. The
system has been deployed in Iraq to keep American troops safer by identifying enemy threats
from the sky. The deployment is the first time a ducted-fan unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) has
been used during combat missions. The system requires minimal operator training. The ground
station can be used to program a flight path for the T-Hawk or to control the craft manually. The
aircraft also can be optionally equipped with electro-optical cameras for daylight operations or
infrared cameras for night missions. Precise controls allow the T-Hawk to operate at very high
altitudes or just inches from the ground, providing unprecedented hover and stare capabilities
for enemy detection or other missions in war zones." In 2007, the U.S. Navy acquired 20 Micro
Air Vehicles, designated YRQ-16A, for evaluation in Iraq by the U.S. MultiService Explosive
Ordnance Disposal Group.
Characteristics:
Power plant - 3W-56 56cc Bower Twin piston engine; 3 kW (4 hp)
Thrust -
Wingspan -
Length -
Height -
Diameter - 14 in.
Weight - 17 lb. .
Maxi Takeoff Weight -
External Payload -
Payloads) -
Fuel Capacity -
Loiter Speed -
Maximum Speed - 40 knots
Endurance - 40 min
Service Ceiling - 7,000 ft
Crew -
Armament - N/A
Datalink -
Guidance Tracking -
Launch -
24-21 FOUO
Recovery -
Inventory -

Contractor - Honeywell
Status - Development
YRQ-6A
24-22 FOUO
CHAPTER
TWENTYFIVE1 June 2009
TEST AND TRAINING INSTRUMENTATION

Nomenclature: AN/ARQ-52B (V)17 - Pod Name: Advanced Range
AN/ARQ-52C (V)17 - Pod (New) Data System (ARDS)
AN/ARQ-52B (V)18 - Plate
Capability:
Provides precision GPS/IMU based Time Space Position Information (TSPI) for Test and
Evaluation (T&E) test operations on land, sea, and air platforms. It is also used to provide
TSPI data for Developmental Testing and Operational Testing (DT/OT).
Description:
The Advanced Range Data System (ARDS) is a TSPI instrumentation suite providing GPS/IMU
based TSPI as well as participant MIL-STD-1553 buss data on selected air platforms for T&E
testing. The ARDS suite includes both a pod configuration for external wing station mounting
and a plate configuration for internal mounting on air, ship and ground platforms. The pod can
be flown on the LAU-7 guided missile launcher via the AIM-9 umbilical; LAU-127 via the AIM-
120 1760 connector; other launch rails that support the AIM-9 missile and the AIM-120
AMRAAM. The datalink system transmits the real-time differentially corrected GPS TSPI data
(Method I solution) and air platform MIL-STD-1553 buss data (when required) to a ground
station for processing, display, and analysis. The TSPI data collected can be post processed
for even greater accuracy (Method III solution). The datalink has the ability to relay through
other participants up to five deep when no ground stations are within line of sight. ARDS is
currently used by all three military services for individual and joint T&E test operations and, in
some cases, training applications. The ARDS is also capable of using missile simulations to
derive real-time kill probabilities and uplink kill status through the ARDS datalink to select
military participant platforms. The ARDS suite of hardware was first fielded in 1990 and has
evolved in capability and performance with a number of enhancements and Service Life
Extension Programs (SLEP) and continues to be heavily utilized by the T&E ranges as a key
TSPI data source.
Characteristics:
Datalink - Control and data through a dual frequency 1350 – 1450 MHz band TDMA
phase modulated transmitter at 80 – 110 watts peak power. Supports 25
participants at a 10Hz data rate.
TSPI - Rockwell Collins P/Y code GNP-10 GPS receiver tightly coupled with a 1º
per hour Litton LN-200 fiber optic gyro.
Data Products - Processed TSPI data, raw GPS and IMU data, and platform generated
MIL-STD-1553 buss data.
Data Storage - On board data storage utilizing an Intelligent Flash Solid State Recorder.
Encryption - NSA approved Range Encryption Module (REM).
Primary Power - Requires both 115VAC/400Hz (or 60Hz), and 28VDC
Pod Length (in.) - 138.66
Pod Diameter (in.) - 5
Pod Weight (lbs.) - AN/ARQ-52B (V)17 (No Ballast): 135.18
AN/ARQ-52B (V)17 (With Ballast): 179.53
AN/ARQ-52C (V)17 (P-5 TCTS Forward Hgr, No Ballast): 138.65
AN/ARQ-52C (V)17 (P-5 TCTS Forward Hgr, With Ballast): 183.00
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Carriage Options:
Joint Service - F-35
US Air Force - F-22A, F-15, F-16, A-10, B-1B, B-2A, C-17, C-130, other programs.
US Navy - UH-1N/Y, AH-1W/Z, F/A-18, EA-6B, AV-8B, SH-60, V-22, P-3C, shipboard
applications, Multi-Mission Aircraft (MMA), E-2D, CH-53D/E, manned and
unmanned ground and sea targets/platforms.
US Army - AH-64D, RAH-66, UH-60, manned and unmanned ground targets/platforms.
Long Term Sustainment Contractor - TYBRIN/Tri-Service GPS Sustainment Management Office.
Status - 1) Production complete.
2) System fully deployed in 1999.
3) System in sustainment phase.
The long term sustainment of the ARDS hardware and software suite is managed and
supported by the Tri-Service GPS Sustainment Management Office (GPS SMO) at the Naval
Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) at China Lake, California. ARDS
sustainment is accomplished through the use of a Contractor Logistic Support (CLS) contract.
TYBRIN Corporation is the current prime contractor for the ARDS CLS sustainment contract.
The Tri-Service GPS SMO manages all aspects of long term sustainment including
maintenance, repair, replacement of obsolete parts, short-term and permanent modifications,
configuration control, documentation and drawings, and enhancements including technology
insertion. The Tri-Service GPS SMO is currently executing the Air Force, Navy, and Army’s
ARDS Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) which will ensure the ARDS can continue to
support existing T&E requirements through 2015.
Configurations: AN/ARQ-52B (V)17 Pod
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AN/ARQ-52B (V)18 Plate
25-3 FOUO
AN/GRQ-29 (V) ARDS Master/Remote Ground Station
25-4 FOUO
Nomenclature: AN/ASQ-T50(V)1 Name: P5 Combat Training
AN/ASQ-T50(V)2 System/Tactical Combat
Training System
Capability:
Provides realistic Air Combat Training to the warfighter.
Description:
The P5 Combat Training System/Tactical Combat Training System (P5CTS/TCTS) is a multi-
participant training system, supporting both small and large scale exercises, employing
instrumentation pods on high activity participant aircraft, and having ground subsystem
components. The system contains an air-to-air data link for sharing participant GPS based
time-space-position information, and is capable of both rangeless and ground-based live
monitor operations. P5CTS/TCTS can employ simulated weapons. The Instrumentation pods
have a data recorder, facilitating post mission data merge and training event playback for
individual or group training.
Characteristics (Instrumentation Pod):

Data Link - L-Band and S-Band variants
Primary Power - 115 VAC, 400 Hz single phase
Length (in.) - 142
Diameter (in.) - 5
Weight (lbs.) - (V)1: 135
(V)2: 146
(V)2 with ballast: 189
Transportability - Transportable in a shipping container by truck, rail, air, or sea
Carriage Options:
Aircraft: Launcher:
A-10 Any AIM-9 compatible rail
F-5
F-15
F-16
F/A-18
Several coalition aircraft

Contractor - Cubic Defense Applications, San Diego, CA
Status - Production and Deployment
Management/Engineering: Air Force (P5CTS) program led by 689 ARSS, Eglin AFB, FL. PM
responsibilities shared with Navy (TCTS) through PMA-205, Patuxent River, MD
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Nomenclature: TBD Name: Common Range Integrated
Instrumentation System (CRIIS)
Capability:
The Common Range Integrated Instrumentation System (CRIIS) provides world-class test
instrumentation capabilities for land, sea, and air platforms.
Description:
CRIIS will be the next generation range data system that will provide enhanced Time, Space,
Position Information (TSPI) accuracy and selected participant data bus information for test and
training event participants. An advanced spectrally efficient datalink will transmit the data to a
ground station for further processing and analysis. CRIIS will be developed with an overall goal
of maximizing commonality among range instrumentation systems for Test and Evaluation
(T&E) and possible training applications, if funded and directed. CRIIS will replace the
Advanced Range Data System (ARDS) which is approaching the end of its design life and
cannot be efficiently updated to overcome obsolescence or resolve deficiencies identified by
range users.
Characteristics:
Datalink Enhanced data transfer flexibility, control, and transmission; spectrally efficient
TSPI Increased accuracy and faster data update rates
Modularity Component miniaturization for better internal mounting flexibility
Security Enhanced system security with new encryption technology
TENA Compliance with Test and Training Enabling Architecture (TENA)
Carriage Options (Projected):
Joint Service - F-35
US Air Force - F-22A, F-15, F-16, A-10, B-1B, B-2A, C-130 CAP/AMP, UAVs, Uninhabited
Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV), Airborne Laser (ABL), X Programs, other programs
US Navy - UH-1N/Y, AH-1W/Z, F/A-18 E/F/G, SH-60, V-22, shipboard applications, Multi-
Mission Aircraft (MMA), E-2D, CH-53 Replacement, VXX Presidential
Helicopter, UAVs, Airborne Laser (ABL).
US Army: AH-64D, RAH-66, Blackhawk, Tracked Vehicles, Dismounted Infantry, UAVs,
Patriot, BD5J, Future Combat System (FCS), Unmanned Ground Vehicles,
Drones, Payload Drops
Contractors - Rockwell Collins & Boeing (Pending Downselect - Currently in Source Selection)
Status - Risk Reduction/Technology Maturation
Management/Engineering: Air Force CRIIS program led by 672 Air Armament Systems
Squadron under the 728 Air Armament System Group, 308 Air Armament Systems Wing, Eglin
AFB, FL
25-6 FOUO
Configurations:
25-7 FOUO
25-8 FOUO
APPENDIX A1 June 2009
AIRCRAFT AND WEAPONS MATRIX
AIRCRAFT GUN MATRIX
AIRCRAFT RACK MATRIX
AIRCRAFT LAUNCHER MATRIX

F/A-18A-D
BLK 10/15
BLK 25/30
F/A-18E/F
F-16 C/D
F-15A-D
F-16A/B
F-16C/D
F-16C/D
EA-18G
BLK 40
BLK 50
AV-8B
EA-6B
F-22A
F-15E
P-3C
A-10
F-35
(1 June 2009)
M117 GP X
MK 56 MOORED MINE X X
MK 58 MOD 1 MARINE LOCATION MARKER X X
MK 62 QUICK STRIKE MINE X X
MK 76 PRACTICE BOMB X X X
MK 77 MOD 5, 6 FIRE BOMB X X
MK 81 GP 250 lb. X X X X
MK 82 GP 500 lb. X X X X X X X X X X X
MK 83 GP 1,000 lb. X X X X X X X X
MK 84 GP 2,000 lb. X X X X X X X X X
MK106 5LB PRACTICE BOMB X X X X X X
MJU-1, M129/E1 LEAFLET GP X X X X X X
BLU-109/B, A/B, B/B, & C/B HARD TAR PEN X X X X X X X X
BLU-110/B, A/B, B/B, & C/B GP BOMB X X X X X X X X
BLU-111/B, A/B, B/B, & C/B GP BOMB X X X X
BLU-113A/B DESERT STORM SPECIAL X
BLU-116A/B SPECIAL PURPOSE BOMB
BLU-117/A/B GP BOMB X X
BLU-117/B, B/B, C/B GP BOMB
BLU-119/B CRASHPAD X
BLU-121A/B ENHANCED BLAST WPN X
BLU-122/B HARD TARGET PENETRATOR X
BLU-126/B LOW-COLLATERAL BOMB X X X
MK 66 2.75 INCH ROCKET X X X X X X X
MK 71 5.0 INCH ZUNI ROCKET X P X
CBU-78 GATOR MINE X X
CBU-87 CEM X X X X X X
CBU-89 GATOR MINE X X X X X X
CBU-97 SFW X X X X X
MK 20, CBU-99/100/B, A/B, B/B X X X X
CBU-103 to 105 WCMD X X X X
CBU-107/B X X X
CBU-116/118 X X X
PDU-5/B & SUU-76C/B X X X X P X X
GBU-10 MK-84 PAVEWAY I X X X X
GBU-10 MK-84 or BLU-117 PAVEWAY II X X X X X X X X
GBU-10 BLU-109 PAVEWAY II X X X X X
GBU-12 MK-82 PAVEWAY I X X X
GBU-12 MK-82 PAVEWAY II X X X X X X P X X X
GBU-12F/B MK82 OR BLU-111 X X X
X - Weapon is integrated on Aircraft
P - Weapon is planned to be integrated on Aircraft in the Future
A-1 FOUO
CH-53D/E
AC-130H
AC-130U
AH-1W/Z
UH-1N/Y
OH-58D
MC-130
HC-130
MQ-1B
MH-60
AH-64
B-52H
MQ-9
AH-6
B-1B
B-2A
H-60
(Continued) (1 June 2009)
M117 GP X
MK 56 MOORED MINE
MK 58 MOD 1 MARINE LOCATION MARKER
MK 63 QUICK STRIKE MINE X
MK 76 PRACTICE BOMB
MK 77 MOD 5, 6 FIRE BOMB
MK 81 GP 250 lb.
MK 82 GP 500 lb. X X X
MK 83 GP 1,000 lb.
MK 84 GP 2,000 lb. X X X
MK106 5LB PRACTICE BOMB
MJU-1, M129/E1 LEAFLET GP X
BLU-109/B, A/B, B/B & C/B HARD TAR PEN X
BLU-110/B, A/B, B/B, & C/B GP BOMB
BLU-111/B, A/B, B/B, & C/B GP BOMB
BLU-113A/B DESERT STORM SPECIAL X
BLU-116A/B SPECIAL PURPOSE BOMB
BLU-117A/B GP BOMB
BLU-117/B, B/B, C/B GP BOMB
BLU-119/B CRASHPAD
BLU-121A/B ENHANCED BLAST WPN
BLU-122/B HARD TARGET PENETRATOR X
BLU-126/B LOW-COLLATERAL BOMB
MK 66 2.75 INCH ROCKET X X X X X X
MK 71 5.0 INCH ZUNI ROCKET X
CBU-78 GATOR MINE
CBU-87 CEM X X X
CBU-89 GATOR MINE X X X
CBU-97 SFW X
MK 20, CBU-99/100/B, A/B, B/B
CBU-103 to 105 WCMD X X
CBU-107/B X
CBU-116/118
PDU-5/B & SUU-76C/B
GBU-10 MK-84 PAVEWAY I
GBU-10 MK-84 or BLU-117 PAVEWAY II X
GBU-10 BLU-109 PAVEWAY II X
GBU-12 MK-82 PAVEWAY I
GBU-12 MK-82 PAVEWAY II X X
GBU-12F/B MK82 OR BLU-111

P - Weapon is planned to be integrated on Aircraft the future
A-2 FOUO
F/A-18A-D
BLK 10/15
BLK 25/30
F/A-18E/F
F-16 C/D
F-15A-D
F-16A/B
F-16C/D
F-16C/D
EA-18G
BLK 40
BLK 50
AV-8B
EA-6B
F-22A
F-15E
P-3C
A-10
F-35
GBU-15 MK-84 X
GBU-15 BLU-109 X
EGBU-15 BLU-109, BLU-121 X
GBU-16 MK 83 or BLU-110 X X X
GBU-24/B MK-84 X X X X X X X
GBU-24A/B BLU-109 X X X X X X X
GBU-24B/B BLU-109A/B X X
GBU-24E/B BLU-109A/B X
GBU-24G/B BLU-116A/B X X
GBU-27A/B X X X
GBU-27 BLU-109 X X X
GBU-28A/B, B/B BLU-113/B, BLU-113A/B X
GBU-28C/B BLU-122/B X
GBU-28E/B BLU-113/B or BLU-113A/B X
GBU-31 JDAM 2000 lb. X X X X X P X X
GBU-32 JDAM 1000 lb. X P X P X
GBU-38 JDAM 500 lb. X X X X X X X X
GBU-39A/B SDB I FLM 250 lb. X
GBU-39/B SDB I 250 lb. P X P P P P P
GBU-43/B MOAB
GBU-44/B VIPER STRIKE
Pave Way IV DUAL MODE GPS/INS LGB
GBU-51/B BLU-126/B X X X
GBU-52/B BLU-126/B X P X
GBU-54/B LJDAM 500 lb. P X X X X P X P X
ADM-141A,B TALD X P X
ADM -141C ITALD X P X
ADM-160B MALD P P X X X P P
ADM-160C MALD-J P P P P P P P
AGM-65 A, B TV MAVERICK X X X X X X
AGM-65 D, G IR MAVERICK X X X X X X X X
AGM-65 E LASER MAVERICK P X X X X
AGM-65 H/K MAVERICK X X X X X X X X
AGM-84D HARPOON X X X
AGM-84H/K SLAM-ER X P X
AGM-86B ALCM
AGM-86C/D CALCM
AGM-88B HARM X X X X X P X
AGM-88C HARM X X X X X P X
AGM-88E AARGM P P P P
AGM-114
AGM-129A ACM
AGM-130A MK-84 X
X - Weapon is integrated on Aircraft P - Weapon is planned to be integrated on Aircraft in the Future
A-3 FOUO
CH-53D/E
AC-130H
AC-130U
AH-1W/Z
UH-1N/Y
OH-58D
MC-130
HC-130
MQ-1B
MH-60
AH-64
B-52H
MQ-9
AH-6
B-1B
B-2A
H-60
GBU-15 MK-84
GBU-15 BLU-109
EGBU-15 BLU-109, BLU-121
GBU-16 MK 83 or BLU-110
GBU-24/B MK-84
GBU-24A/B BLU-109
GBU-24B/B BLU-109A/B
GBU-24E/B BLU-109A/B
GBU-24G/B BLU-116A/B
GBU-27A/B
GBU-27 BLU-109
GBU-28A/B, B/B BLU-113/B, 113A/B X X
GBU-28C/B BLU-122/B X
GBU-28E/B BLU-113/B or BL:U-133A/B P
GBU-31 JDAM 2000 lb. X X X
GBU-32 JDAM 1000 lb.
GBU-38 JDAM 500 lb. X X X P
GBU-39A/B SDB 1 FLM 250 lb.
GBU-39/B SDB 250 lb. P P P P
GBU-43/B MOAB X X
GBU-44/B VIPER STRIKE
Pave Way IV DUAL MODE GPS/INS LGB
GBU-51/B BLU-126/B
GBU-52/B BLU-126/B
GBU-54 LJDAM 500 lb. P P P
ADM-141A,B TALD
ADM -141C ITALD
ADM-160B MALD X
ADM-160C MALD-J X
AGM-65A, B TV MAVERICK
AGM-65D,G IR MAVERICK
AGM-65E LASER MAVERICK
AGM-65H/K MAVERICK
AGM-84D HARPOON
AGM-84H/K SLAM-ER
AGM-86B ALCM X
AGM-86C/D CALCM X
AGM-88B HARM
AGM-88C HARM
AGM-88E AARGM
AGM-114 X X X X X X X X
AGM-129 ACM X
AGM-130A MK-84

A-4 FOUO
F/A-18A-D
BLK 10/15
BLK 25/30
F/A-18E/F
F-16 C/D
F-15A-D
F-16A/B
F-16C/D
F-16C/D
EA-18G
BLK 40
BLK 50
AV-8B
EA-6B
F-22A
F-15E
P-3C
A-10
F-35
AGM-130C BLU-109 X
AGM-154 JSOW X X X P X X
AGM-158A JASSM P P X
AGM-158B JASSM ER
AIM-7M/P SPARROW X X X
AIM-9B, E, J SIDEWINDER X
AIM-9M SIDEWINDER X X X X X X X X X P X
AIM-9N/P SIDEWINDER X X X X X
AIM-9X NEXT GEN SIDEWINDER X P P P P P P X P P
AIM-120A AMRAAM X X X X X X X X
AIM-120B AMRAAM X X X X X X X X P X
AIM-120C BLK C-3 - C-7 AMRAAM X X X X X X X P X X P
AIM-120D AMRAAM P P P P P P
BDU-33D/B 25 lb. PRAC BOMB X X X X X X X X X
BDU-38 PRACTICE BOMB X X X X
BDU-45 PRACTICE BOMB X X X X
BDU-48 10 lb. PRACTICE BOMB X X X
BDU-50 500 lb. PRACTICE BOMB X
BDU-56 2000 lb. PRACTICE BOMB X
BDU-59B/B LGTR X X X X X X
B61 X X X X
B83
A-5 FOUO
AIRCRAFT AND WEAPONS
CH-53D/E
AC-130H
AC-130U
AH-1W/Z
UH-1N/Y
OH-58D
MC-130
HC-130
MQ-1B
AH-64
B-52H
MQ-9
AH-6
B-1B
B-2A
H-60
MATRIX (Continued)
(1 June 2009)
AGM-130C BLU-109
AGM-154 JSOW X
AGM-158A JASSM X X X
AGM-258B JASSM ER X P
AIM-7F/M SPARROW
AIM-9B, E, J SIDEWINDER
AIM-9M SIDEWINDER X
AIM-9N/P SIDEWINDER
AIM-9X NEXT GEN SIDEWINDER
AIM-120A AMRAAM
AIM-120B AMRAAM
AIM-120C BLK C-3 – C-7 AMRAAM
AIM-120D AMRAAM
BDU-33D/B 25 lb. PRAC BOMB X
BDU-38 PRACTICE BOMB X X
BDU-45 PRACTICE BOMB
BDU-48 10 lb. PRACTICE BOMB
BDU-59B/B LGTR
B61 X X
B83 X X
A-6 FOUO
F/A-18A-D
F/A-18E-F
CH-53D/E
AC-130H
AC-130U
AH-1W/Z
UH-1N/Y
F-15A-D
AIRCRAFT GUNS/RACKS
EA-18G
F-15 E
MH-60
AV-8B
EA-6B
CH-47
AH-64
HH-60
B-52H
CV-22
F-22A
MQ-9
AH-6
B-1B
B-2A
P-3C
A-10
H-46
F-16
F-35
MATRIX
(1 June 2009)
GUNS
GAU-2B/A (“Minigun Gun 7.62mm) X X X X X
GAU-8/A (“Avenger” Cannon 30mm) X
GAU-12/U (Cannon 25mm) X X
GAU-18/A (Machine Gun .50 Cal) X X X X X X
GAU-19A Gatling Gun (50. Caliber) X
GAU-21 (Machine Gun .50 Cal) X X X X
GAU-22/A (Cannon 25mm) X
M-137A1 (Cannon 105mm) X X
M197 (20mm) Gatling Gun X
M230 (30mm) Chain Gun X X
M2A1 (“Bofors” Cannon 40mm) X X
M240D (Machine Gun 7.62mm) X X X
M61A1 (“Vulcan” Cannon 20mm) X X X X X
M61A2 (Lightweight Cannon 20mm) X X X
Mk-44 (“Bushmaster” Cannon
30mm)
M218 (Machine Gun .50 Cal) X X
RACKS
14-INCH BOMB RACK X
A-6 BOMB RELEASE X
AERO 7A-5 BOMB RACK EJECTOR X
AERO 7B-4 BOMB RACK EJECTOR X
B-11 BOMB SHACKLE X
BRU-15/A BOMB RACK X X
BRU-32A/A EJECT UNIT RACK ASS X
BRU-32B/A EJECT UNIT RACK ASS X
BRU-33A/A RACK ASSEMBLY X X
BRU-36A/A, B/A BOMB EJECT RK X
BRU-41/A BOMB EJECTOR RACK X X
BRU-42/A IMPROVED MULTIPLE
X X X
EJECTOR RACK
BRU-44B/A BOMB RACK X
BRU-52 BOMB RACK X
BRU-55/A BOMB EJECT RACK X X
BRU-56/A (30 INCH EJECT RACK) X

A-7 FOUO
F/A-18A-D
ARH/AH-6
F/A-18E-F
CH-53D/E
AC-130H
AC-130U
AH-1W/Z
UH-1N/Y
F-15A-D
EA-18G
MH-60
AV-8B
AH-64
HH-60
B-52H
CV-22
F-22A
F-15E
B-1B
B-2A
AIRCRAFT GUNS/RACKS MATRIX
A-10
F-16
F-35
RACKS (Continued)
BRU-57/A SMART RACK X
BRU-59/A BOMB EJECTOR RACK X X
BRU-61/A COMMON CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY X P P
BRU-67/A BOMB RACK P
BRU-68/A BOMB RACK P
CLUSTER BOMB RACK (CBR) X
MA-4 FAMILY OF 14” BOMB RACKS X X
MAU-12 BOMB RACK X X X X X
MAU-40/A BOMB RACK X X X
MAU-50/A BOMB RACK X
SMART BOMB RACK ASSEMBLY (SBRA) X
SUU-20 BOMB DISPENSER X X X
TER 9/A TRIPLE EJECTOR RACK X X
TER 9/A MOD TRIPLE EJECTOR RACK X
A-8 FOUO
F/A-18A-D
F/A-18E-F
CH-53D/E
AC-130H
AC-130U
AH-1W.Z
UH-1N/Y
EA-18G
MQ-1B
MH-60
AV-8B
EA-6B
AH-64
B-52H
F-22A
MQ-9
AH-6
B-1B
B-2A
P-3C
AIRCRAFT LAUNCHERS
A-10
H-60
F-15
F-16
F-35
MATRIX (1 June 2009)
LAUNCHERS
16S210 (AIM-9) X
1760 CONV BOMB MOD (SECBM) X
CONV BOMB MODULE (CBM) X
DUAL RAIL ADAPTER (DRA) X
LAU-7/A-6, B/A, B/A-1, D/A, E/A X X X
LAU-7/A-7 X X
LAU-7C/A X X X
LAU-10C/B, D/B X X X
LAU-61C/A X X X X X
LAU-68AA/, B/A, LAU-131/A (2.75 FFAR) X X
LAU-68D/A (2.75 FFAR) X X X X
LAU-88 (AGM-65) X X
LAU-105/A (AIM-9) X
LAU-106A/A (AIM-7 & AIM-120) X
LAU-115C/A X
LAU-115D/A X
LAU-116/A, LAU-116A/A X
LAU-116B/A X
LAU-117A(V)2/A (AGM-65) X X X X
LAU-117A(V)3/A (AGM-65) X X X X X X X
LAU-127A/A, B/A, D/A, and E/A
X X X
GUIDED MISSILE LAU
LAU-127C/A, F/A GML X X X
LAU-128A/A, D/A, and B/A X
LAU-129A/A (AIM-9 & AMRAAM) X
LAU-139 GML
LAU-141/A CRL X
LAU-142/A AVEL X
LAU-144/A 180-INCH ROT LAU X
LAU-147/A P
LAU-148/A P
ROTARY LAUNCHER (AGMBRL) X
ROTARY LAUNCHER ASSEMBLY X
M299 MISSILE LAUNCHER X X X X X
MOD M299 MISSILE LAUNC RAIL X X
A-9 FOUO
MISSILE DESIGNATIONS
Rockets and guided missiles use the following designation symbols:
YAI M - 7 F
Status Pref ix (Prototy pe)

Launch Env ironment (Air Launched)
Mission Sy mbol (Intercept)
Vehicle Ty pe Sy mbol (Guided Missile)
Design Number (7th Missile)
Series Sy mbol (6th Version of AIM-7)
Status Launch Environment Mission Vehicle Type

J Special Test, A Air D Decoy M Guided Missile/
Temporary E Special Electronics Drone
N Special Test, B Multiple Installation N Probe
Permanent C Coffin G Surface Attack R Rocket
X Experimental F Individual I Intercept, Aerial
Y Prototype G Runway Q Drone
Z Planning H Silo Stored T Training
L Silo Launched U Underwater Attack
M Mobile W Weather
P Soft Pad
R Ship
S Underwater
A-10 FOUO
MUNITIONS DESIGNATIONS
Munitions use of the following designation symbols:
CB U - 87 A / B
Item Identif ication (Cluster Bomb)
"U" f or Unit
Serial Number (87th Cluster Bomb)
Model (1st v ersion of CBU-87)
Installation (Aircraf t installed, expended)
Identification Designator
AD Certain adapting items LK Ammunition links
AG Air to ground LM Ground-based launchers
BB Explosive items LU Illuminating units
BD Simulated bombs M Army designation for munitions
BL Bombs and mines MA Miscellaneous armament items
BR Bomb racks and shackles MD Miscellaneous simulated munitions
BS Stabilizing & retarding device MH Munitions handling equipment
CB Cluster bomb MJ Munitions countermeasures
CC Actuator cartridges MK Navy designation for bombs
CD Clustered munitions, not end item ML Miscellaneous munitions
CN Miscellaneous containers MT Mounts
DS Target directing device PA External munitions dispensing
device
FM Fuzes PD Leaflet dispenser
FS Fuze safety-arming device PG Ammunition
FZ Fuze-related item PW Internal dispenser
GA Aircraft gun RD Dummy rockets
GB Guided bombs RL Rockets
GF Gun related items SA Gun/bomb/rocket sights
GP Podded guns SU Stores suspension and release
(dispenser containers)
GU Miscellaneous guns TM Miscellaneous tanks
KA Munitions clustering hardware TT Test items
KM Kits WD Warheads
LA Aircraft installed launchers WT Training warheads
Installation Designator
A Aircraft Installed, Fixed
B Aircraft installed, Expendable
E Ground Item, Moveable, not a Vehicle (Box for Munitions)
A-11 FOUO
APPENDIX B
ACRONYM LIST
1 June 2009
AAC Air Armament Center

AAED Advanced Airborne Expendable Decoy
AAFL Advanced Airship Flying Laboratory
AARGM Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile
ABF Annular Blast Fragmentation
ABL Airborne Laser
A/C Aircraft
ACAT Acquisition Category
ACC Air Combat Command
ACCM Aircraft Countermeasures
ACE Adaptive Carriage Environment
ACM Advanced Cruise Missile
ACMI Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation
ACPTS Armament Circuit Pre-load Test Set
ACS Armament Control System
ACSS Aircraft Support Squadron
ACTD Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration
ACU Avionics Control Unit
AD Area Dominator
Adapter Items
ADAM Area Denial Artillery Munition
ADG Adapter Group
ADTS Air Data Test Set
ADS Active Denial System
AEA Airborne Electronic Attack
AESA Advanced Electronically Scanned Array
AF Air Force
AFG Air Foil Group
AFMC Air Force Material Command
AFMSS Air Force Mission Support System
AFRC Air Force Reserve Command
AFRL Air Force Research Laboratory
AFS Avionics Flight Software
AFSOC Air Force Special Operations Command
AG Air to Ground
AGL Above Ground Level
Air to Ground Laser
AGM Air-to-Ground Missile
AGMBRL Aircraft Guided Missile and Bomb Rotary Launcher
AH Attack Helicopter
AIM Air Intercept Missiles
AIR Air Inflatable Retarded
AJ Anti-Jamming
AJGPS/INS Anti-Jam Global Position System aided Initial Navigation
System
B-1 FOUO
ALC Air Logistics Center
ALCM Air Launched Cruise Missile
ALE Ammunition Loading Equipment
ALIC Air Launcher Interface Computer
ALM Accurate Low Collateral Munition
ALS Ammunition Loading System
AMCOM Army Material Command
AMI Avionics Mid-Life Improvement
AMO Air and Marine Operations
AMRAAM Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missile
AMST Agile Munitions Support Tool
AMSTE Affordable Moving Surface Target Engagement
ANG Air National Guard
AP Armor Piercing
AP/AM or APAM Anti-Personnel/Anti-Materiel
APC Armored Personnel Carrier
APDS Armored Piercing Discarding Sabot
APDS-T Armor Piercing Discarding Sabot-Trainer
APERS-T Anti-Personnel Projectile with Tracer
API Armor Piercing Incendiary
APICM Anti-Personnel Improved Conventional Munition
APIT Armor Piercing Incendiary Tracer
APKWS Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System
APT Armor Piercing Tracer
AR Automatic Rifle
ARDEC Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center
ARDS Advanced Range Data System
ARH Anti-Radiation Homing
Armed Reconnaissance Helicopter
ARL Army Research Laboratory
ARS Aluminum Rail Set
ARSG Armament Systems Group
ARSS Armament Systems Squadron
ARSW Armament Systems Wing
ARVA Armed Robotic Vehicle-Assault
AS Armament Section
ASC Aeronautical Systems Center
ASW Anti-Submarine Warfare
ASUW Anti-Surface Warfare
ATA Autonomous Target Acquisition
ATADS Advanced Tactical DE System
ATACMS Army Tactical Missile System
ATAS Air-to-Air Stinger
ATD Advanced Technology Demonstration
ATK Alliant Techsystems
Attack
ATL Advanced Tactical Laser
ATP Authority to Proceed
ATR Autonomous Target Recognition
B-2 FOUO
AUP Advanced Unitary Penetrator
AUR All Up Round
AURCs All Up Round Containers
AV Air Vehicle
AVEL AMRAAM Vertical Ejection Launcher
AWE Aircraft Weapon Equipment
Aircraft Weapon Electronics
BATMAV Battlefield Air Targeting Micro Air Vehicle
BB Explosive Items
BD Simulated Bombs
BDU Bomb Dummy Unit
BCT Brigade Combat Team
BIT Built-in-Test
BL Bombs and Mines
BLK Block
BLOS Beyond Line of Sight
BLU Bomb, Live Unit
Bomb Logistics Unit
BM Ballistic Missile
BOL Back of Launcher
BR Bomb Racks and Shackles
BRA Bomb Rack Assembly
BRU Bomb Rack Unit
Bomb Release Unit
BS Stabilizing & Retarding Devices
C2 Command Control
C3 Command Control and Communications
CAAS Common Avionics Architecture System
CAE Carrier Aircraft Equipment
CALCM Conventional Air Launched Cruise Missile
CAOC Combined Air Operations Center
CARE Carriage and Release Equipment
CAS Combat Ammunition System
Control Actuation Section
Control Actuator System
Close Air Support
CATM Captive Air Training Missile
CAV Common Aero Vehicle
CB Chemical Biological
Cluster Bomb
CBM Conventional Bomb Module
CBR Cluster Bomb Rack
CBSS Combat Support Squadron
CBU Cluster Bomb Unit
CC Actuator Cartridges
CD Clustered Munitions, not end item
CCD Charged Coupled Device
CCLR Close Combat Lethal Recon
CCG Computer Control Group
B-3 FOUO
CEB Combined Effects Bomb
CEM Combined Effects Munitions
CEP Circular Error Probability
CFMRE Common Field-Level Memory Reprogramming Equipment
CGU Guidance Control Unit
CHAMP Counter-electronics HPM Advanced Munitions Program
CHG Charge
C-IED Counter-Improvised Explosive Device
CL Confidence Level
CLAWS Complementary Low Altitude Weapon System
CLOAR Common Low Observable Auto Router
CLS Contractor Logistic Support
cm Centimeter
C-MANPADS Counter Man-Portable Air Defense Systems
CM-ATS Cruise Missile Automatic Test Systems
CMBRE Common Munitions Bit Reprogramming Equipment
CMDDS Countermeasures Decoy Dispensing Set
CMDS Countermeasures Dispenser Set
CMOS Complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor
CMRA Common Missile Radar Altimeter
CMUP Conventional Mission Upgrade Program
CN Common Name
Miscellaneous Containers
CNO Chief of Naval Operations
COIL Chemical Oxygen Iodine Laser
COLT Common Organizational Level Tester
CONOPS Concept of Operations
CONUS Continental United States
COTS Commercial Off The Shelf
CPHD Copperhead
CPG Co-Pilot Gunner
CPGS Conventional Prompt Global Strike
CRADA Cooperative Research and Development Agreement
CRD Complete Round Code (Air Force Use Only) Navy uses NALC
CRIIS Common Range Integrated Instrumentation System
CRL Configurable Rail Launcher
CTS COLT Tester Set
Control Test Set
CS Control Section
Tear Gas
CSAR Combat Search and Rescue
CSM Conventional Strike Missile
CSOP Combat Security Outposts
CSRL Common Strategic Rotary Launcher
CSS Common Smart Submunition
CT Cable Tester
Combat Track
CTOL Conventional Takeoff and Landing
CTU COLT Tester Unit
B-4 FOUO
CV Carrier Variant
DAFCS Digital Automatic flight Control System
DAGR Direct Attack Guided Rocket
DAP Defense Armored Penetrator
DARPA Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
DASALS Distributed Aperture Semi-Active Laser Seeker
DE Directed Energy
DEAD Destroy Enemy Aid Defense
DCL Dual Compatible Launcher
DCP Display Control Processor
DCPOFP Display Control Processor Operational Flight Program
DHS Department of Homeland Security
DIFR Directional Frequency and Ranging
DIME Dense Inert Metal Explosive
DLI Designator/Laser Imager
DLY Delay
DM Detection and Monitoring
DMA Defense Mapping Agency
DMLGB Dual Mode Laser Guided Bomb
DMPI Desired Mean Point of Impact
DMU Digital Map Unit
DODIC Department of Defense Identification Code
DOD Department of Defense
DPF Dispenser Proximity Fuze
DPICM Dual Purpose Improved Conventional Munition
DRA Dual Rail Adapter
DS Target Directing Device
DSU Proximity Sensor Designator for Fuzes (DS = Sensor + Unit)
DT Developmental Test
DTED Digital Terrain Elevation Data
DT/OT Developmental Test/Operational Test
DTRA Defense Threat Reduction Agency
DTS Depot Test Set
DU Depleted Uranium
EA Electronic Attack
EBC Electric Band Cutter
EBR Extended Battle Rifle
Extended Bit-Rate
ECBM Enhanced Conventional Bomb Module
ECCG Enhanced Computer Control Group
ECCM Electronic Counter-Countermeasures
ECM Electronic Countermeasures
ECMO Electronic Counter-measures Officers
ECSS Expeditionary Combat Support System
ECU Electrical Conversion Unit
Electronic Control Unit
EDL Evolutionary Data Link
EED Electro Explosive Devices
EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory
B-5 FOUO
EFP Explosively Formed Projectile
EGBU Enhanced Guided Bomb Designator
(E)GBU Enhanced Guided Bomb Designator
EHF Extremely High Frequency
ELOS Electronic Line of Sight
E&MD Engineering & Manufacturing Development
EMB Enterprise Management Baseline
EMD Engineering Manufacturing Development
EMF Electromotive Force
EMI Electromagnetic Interference
EO Electrical Optical
EOC Early Operational Capability
EOD Explosive Ordnance Disposal
Explosive Ordnance Detachment
EO/IR Electro-Optical/Infrared
EP Electronic Protection
ER-MLRS Extended-Range Multiple Launch Rocket System
ERMP Extended Range Multi-Purpose (Army UAV)
ERP Enterprise Resource Planning
ERO Extended Range Ordnance
ES-1 Eglin Steel
ESAD Electronic Safe-Arm Device
ESAF Electronic Safe Arm Firing
Electronic Safe and Arm Fuze
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
ESM Electronic Support Measures
ESTS Electronic System Test Set
ET Electronic Time
EUC Electronic Control Unit
EUE Extended User Evaluation
EWSR Executive Weapon System Review
F2T2 Find, Fix, Target, Track
F2T2EA Find, Fix, Target, Track, Engage and Asses
FAA Federal Aeronautics Association
FAASV Field Artillery Ammunition Supply Vehicle
FAC Forward Air Controller
FAC(A) Forward Air Controller Airborne
FAR False Alarm Rate
FAU Fin Actuator Unit
FCC Full Combat Capability
FCR Fire Control Radar
FCS Future Combat System
FDE Force Development Evaluation
FFAR Folding Fin Aircraft Rocket
FIDL Fully Integrated Data Link
FIST Fault Isolation System Tester
Fire Support Team (Army Artillery)
FIU Fuze Interface Unit
FLIR Forward Looking Infrared Radar
B-6 FOUO
FLM Focused Lethality Munitions
FLS Forward Landing Strips
FM Field Manual
Fuzes
FMCP Flight Management Control Processor
FMOFP Flight Management Operational Flight Program
FMS Foreign Military Sales
FMU Munition Fuze Unit (Fuze Series Designator follows)
FO Forward Observer
FOC Full Operational Capability
FOTD Fiber Optic Towed Decoy
FOUO For Official Use Only
FOV Field of View
FPA Focal Plane Array
fps Feet per second
FP Forward Presence
FRPC Full Range Practice Cartridge
FRTC Full Range Training Cartridge
FS Fuze Safety-Arming Device
FSE Fire Support Element
ft/s Foot per second
FW Fixed Wing
FZ Fuze-related Item
FZU Wind Driven Generator
GA Aircraft Gun
GaAs Gallium Arsenide
GAINS Global Positioning System Aided Internal Navigation System
GAM GPS Aided Munition
GAP Global Asset Positioning
GAU Airborne Gun Unit
GB Guided Bomb
GBU Guided Bomb Unit
GCS Ground Control Station
Guidance Control Section
GCU Guidance Control Unit
GE General Electric
GEU Guidance Electronic Unit
GF Gun Related Items
GFU Gun Feeder Unit
CG Gas Generation
GGSMM Gas Generation System Mass Model
GHz Gigahertz
GIG Global Information Grid
GMLA Guided Missile Launch Assembly
gm Gram
GMG Grenade Machine Gun
GLM Grenade Launcher Module
GMLRS Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System
GMTI Ground Moving Target Indicator
B-7 FOUO
GMTS Guided Missile Test Set
GOTS Government off the Shelf
GP General Purpose
Podded Guns
GPS Global Positioning System
gr Grain
GS Guidance Section
GU Miscellaneous Guns
GWOT Global War on Terror
H&I Harassment and Interdiction
HARM High Speed Anti-Radiation Missile
HAS Hardened Aircraft Shelter
HAT HPM Amplifier Transmitter
HC White Smoke
HDBT Hard and Deeply Buried Target
HE High Explosive
HE/HF High Explosive/High Fragmentation
HE/PD High Explosive Point Detonating
HE/PD/DLY High Explosive Point Detonating Delay
HEAT High Explosive Anti-tank
HEDP High Explosive Dual Purpose
HEI High Explosive Incendiary
HEI-P High Explosive Incendiary-Plugged
HEIT High Explosive Incendiary Tracer
HEL High-Energy Laser
ME/MO High-Explosive Multi-Option
HEMTT Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck
HEP High Explosive Plastic
HERA High Explosive Rocket Assisted
HERO Hazards and Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance
HF High Fragmentation
HIMARS High Mobility Artillery Rocket System
HMMWV High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle
HOB Height of Burst
HOBS High-Off-Boresight
HOJ Home-On-Jam
HP Horse Power
HPM High Power Microwave
HQ Headquarters
HRR High Resolution Radar
HTPB Hydroxyl-terminated Polybutadiene
HTSF Hard Target Smart Fuze
HTVSF Hart Target Void Sensing Fuze
HSAB Heavy Stores Adapter Beam
HSP High Speed Penetrator
HSSW High Speed Strike Weapon
HUMRAAM HMMWV armored with AMRAAMS
HUD Heads Up Display
I2R Imaging Infrared
B-8 FOUO
IADS Integrated Air Defense System
IBS-R Integrated Broadcast Service Receiver
ICC Initial Combat Capability
ICD Initial Capabilities Document
ICM Improved Conventional Munition
ICP Improved Crew Protection
ICSMS Integrated Conventional Stores Management System
IDM Impact Delay Mode
IDS Interface Control Document
IED Improvised Explosive Device
IFC Integrated Functional Capability
IFCS Improved Fire Control System
IFF Identification Friend or Foe
IIR Imaging Infrared
ILLUM Illumination
ILMS Improved Launcher Mechanical System
IM Insensitive Munitions
IMER Improved Multiple Ejector Rack
IMINT Imagery Intelligence
IMIRS Improved Modular Infrared Sensor
IMP Impact
IMPLC Integrated Multi-Platform Launch Controller
IMU Inertial Measurement Unit
IMV Instrument Measurement Vehicle
In. Inch
INS Inertial Navigation System
INS-r Inertial Navigation System Replacement
IOC Initial Operational Capability
IR Infrared
IRAD Internal Research and Development
IRCM Infrared Countermeasures
IRCCM Infrared Counter-Countermeasures
IRU Inertial Reference Unit
ISR Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance
ITALD Improved Tactical Air-Launched Decoy
ITER Improved Triple Ejector Rack
ITV Instrument Test Vehicle
IVHMS Integrated Vehicle Management Systems
IWIU Integrated Weapons Interface Unit
JAGM Joint Air-to-Ground Missile
JAMS Joint Attack Munition Systems
JASSM Joint Air-to-Surface Stand-Off Missile
JASSM-ER JASSM- Extended Range
JAST Joint Advanced Strike Technology
JCM Joint Common Missile
JCTD Joint Capability Technology Demonstration
JDAM Joint Direct Attack Munition
JDAM AMSTE Joint Direct Attack Munition Affordable Moving Surface Target
Engagement
B-9 FOUO
JHMCS Joint Helmet Mounted Cuing System
JHSW Joint High Speed Weapon
JMEM Joint Munitions Effectiveness Manual
JMPS Joint Mission Planning System
JPF Joint Programmable Fuze
JSF Joint Strike Fighter
JSOW Joint Stand-Off Weapon
JTD Joint Technical Data
JTF Joint Task Force
JTV Jettison Test Vehicle
J-UCAS Joint Unmanned Combat Aerial System
JVC Jet Vane Control
KA Munitions Clustering Hardware
KAC Knight's Armament Company
KE Kinetic Energy
KEP Kinetic Energy Projectile
kg Kilogram
KM Kits
KPPs Key Performance Parameters
kW Kilo Watt
LA Aircraft Installed Launchers
LAD Low Angle Delivery
LADAR Laser Detection and Ranging
LALS Linkless Ammunition Loading System
LAM Loitering Attack Missile
LANTIRN Low-Altitude Navigation and Targeting Infrared for Night
LAP Load Assembly and Pack
LAPES Low Altitude Parachute Extraction System
LASIP Light Artillery System Improvement Program
LAT Lot Acceptability Test
LAU Launch Adapter Unit
lb Pound
lbs. Pounds
LCF Long Conductive Fiber
LCMCM Low Cost Mini-Cruise Missile
LCTP Laptop Controlled Targeting Pod
LCU Life Cycle Upgrade
LCW Original Long Cord
LD Low Drag
LDGP Low Drag General Purpose
LDTP Laptop Controlled Targeting Pod
LEA Launcher Electronics Assembly
LGB Laser Guided Bomb
LGBU Laser Guided Bomb Unit
LGTR Laser Guided Training Round

LJDAM Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition
LK Ammunition Links
LM Ground-based Launchers
B-10 FOUO
LME Locally Manufactured Equipment
LNO Liaison Officer
LOAL Lock-on After Launch
LOBL Lock-on Before Launch
LoCo Low Collateral Damage
LOCO Low Collateral
LOGIR Low-cost Guided Imaging Rocket
LOS Line of Sight
LP/C Launch Pod/Containers
LPC/GMLA Launch Pod Container/Guided Missile Launch Assembly
LRCP Long Range Capability Plan
LRE Launch and Recovery Equipment
LRGCS Launch and Recovery Ground Control Station
LRIP Low Rate Initial Production
LRMSG Long Range Missile Group
LRU Line Replacement Unit
Line Replaceable Units
LSAC-H Low Signature Armored Cab-HIMARS
LU Illuminating Units
LWCMS Lightweight Company Mortar System
LWL Light Weight Launchers
m Meter
M Army Designation for Munitions
Multi-role (Department of Defense designation for multi-role)
MA Miscellaneous Armament Items
MAC Metal Augmented Charge
Munition Assembly Conveyor
MACE Microwave Aerial Counter Electronics
Monitor and Control Equipment
MACS Modular Artillery Charge System
MAD Magnetic Anomaly Detection
MAGR Miniature Airborne GPS Receiver
MAGTF Marine Air-Ground Task Force
MAJCOM Major Command
MALD Miniature Air Launched Decoy
MALD-J MALD Jammer Variant
MANPADS Man-Portable Air Defense System
MAPAM Mortar Anti-Personnel Anti-Materiel
MAU Miscellaneous Armament Unit
Munitions Adapter Unit
MBO Motor Burn Out
MBTS Missile Bit Test Set
MBX Multi-phase Blast Explosive
MCE Mission Control Equipment
MCS Modular Combat Shotgun
MD Miscellaneous Simulated Munitions
MDA Missile Defense Agency
MDT Missile Detect and Track
MDU Multipurpose Display Unit
B-11 FOUO
MDUR Multipurpose Display Unit Replacement
MEP Mission Equipment Package
MER pp 12-26
MFD Multi-Function Display
MFOM Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Family of Munitions
MG Machine Gun
MGL Multiple Grenade Launcher
MH Munitions Handling Equipment
MHT Munitions Handling Trailer
Munitions Handling Truck
MHU Munitions Handling Unit
MIL-STD Military Standard
MILSPEC Military Specification
MITL Man-In-The-Loop
MJ Munitions Countermeasures
MJU Mobile Jettison Unit
MK Mark (Navy Weapons Designator for Bombs)
ML Miscellaneous Munitions
MLCS Modular Launcher Communications System
MLRS Multiple Launch Rocket System
MLSTS Missile Launch System Test Set
MLT Munitions Lift Trailer
mm Millimeter
MMA Multi-Mission Maritime Aircraft
MMHE Munitions Material Handling Equipment
MMLA Missile Munitions Loading Adapter
MMP Munitions Movement Plan
MMS Mission Management Subsystem
MMSI Miniature Munitions Sores Interface
MMW Millimeter Wave
MNC-I Multi-National Corps - Iraq
MO Multi-Option
MOAB Massive Ordnance Air Blast (MOAB)
MOD Modification
Model
MOFA Multi-Option Fuze for Artillery
MOFM Multi-Option Fuze for Mortars
MOLT Manually Operated Lift Truck
MOP Massive Ordinance Penetrator
MOSP Multi-Mission Optronic Payload
MOTS Modified or Modifiable off the Shelf
MOUT Military Operations on Urban Terrain
MPE Mission Planning Environment
MPRL Multi-Purpose Rotary Launcher
MPS Mission Planning System
MPSM Multi-Purpose Submunition
MRA Mechanical Ram Assembly
MRATA Missile Radar Altimeter Test Assembly
MRIU Missile Remote Interface Unit
B-12 FOUO
MRP Munitions Requirement Process
MS Miznay Szhardin
MSGL Multiple-shot Grenade Launcher
MSL Missile
m/s Meters Per Second
MSUG Missile Sustainment Group
MSUS Missile Sustainment Squadron
MT Mechanical Time
Mounts
MTADS/M-TADS Modernized Target Acquisition Designation Sight
MTI Moving Target Indicator
MTK Moving Target Kill
MTSQ Mechanical Time Superquick
MTV Magnesium/Teflon/Viton
MUSTANG Multi-User System Tester Next Generation
MW Mega Watt
N Navy
NALC Navy Ammunition Logistics Code (Air Force used CRD)
NALC codes can be found in Navy Supplement (NAVSUP) P-802
TW010-AA-ORD-010 (NALC Manual)
NAS Naval Air Station
NASAMS Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System
NATO North Atlantic Treaty Organization
MAU Miscellaneous Armament Unit
NAVAIR Naval Air
NAVAIRSYSCOM Naval Air Systems Command
NAVFLIR Navigation Forward Looking Infrared
NAWC Naval Air Warfare Center
NAWCWD Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Development, China Lake
NDI Non Developmental Item
NEW Net Explosive Weight
NG National Guard
NIIRS National Imagery Interpretability Rating Scale
NLOS Non Line of Site
NLOSC Non Line of Site Cannon
NM Nautical Mile
NSB Near Surface Burst
NTS Night Targeting System
NTSR Non Traditional Surveillance & Reconnaissance
NVD Night Vision Device
NVG Night Vision Goggles
NVIS Night Vision Imaging Systems
OAPT Off-Aircraft Pylon Tester
OCS Operational Cable Set
OEF Operation Enduring Freedom
OFP Operational Flight Plan
OFP Operational Flight Test Program Flight Management System
OFS Operational Flight Software
OH Observation Helicopter
B-13 FOUO
OIF Operation Iraqi Freedom
OPR Office of Primary Responsibility
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSI Air Force Office of Special Investigations
OSRVT One System Remote Video Terminal
OT Operational Test
OT/E Operational Test and Evaluation
OTS Off the Shelf
P3I Pre-Planned Product Improvement
P5CTS P5 Combat Training System
P5CTS/TCTS P5 Combat Training System/Tactical Combat Training System
PA External Munitions Dispensing Device
PACS Programmable Armament Control Set
PAD Prompt Agent Defeat
PATEC Portable Automatic Test Equipment Calibrator
PATS Portable Automated Test Station
PAU Positive Arming Units
PAW Passive Attack Weapon
PBX Plastic Bonded Explosive
PBXN Plastic Bonded Explosive with a polyurethane or
fluoroelastomer binding ingredient
PC Personal Computer
PD Point Detonating
PD/DLY Pont Detonating/Delay
PDDM Power Distribution Denial Munitions
PDCU Portable Display Control Unit
PDW Personal Defense Weapon
PE Precision Engagement
PELE Penetrator with Enhanced Lateral Efficiency
PEO Program Executive Office
PEP Producibility Enhancement Program
PG Ammunitions
PGM Precision Guided Munition
PGMPS Precision Guided Munition Planning System
PGS Precision Guided Sub-munitions
PGSM Precision Guided Sub-Missile
PGU Precision Guidance Unit
PHaSR Personnel Halting and Stimulation Response
PIBD Point Initiating Base Detonating
PID Positive Identification
PIDS Pylon Integrated Dispenser System
PLGS Precision Laser Guidance Set
PLOCAAS Powered Low Cost Autonomous Attack System
PMA Program Management Air
PNVS Pilot Night Vision Sensor
POL Petroleum Oil Lubricants
POM Program Objective Memorandum
POP Period of Performance
PPE Pre-Production Engineering
B-14 FOUO
PPM Pneumatic Power Module
PPS Pneumatic Power Source
PPSL Predator Primary Satellite Link
PREPO Prepositioned
PROP Propellant
PRX Proximity
PS Propulsion Section
PSAS Persistent Surface Attack Systems
p-SDF pyrotechnic Self Destruct Fuzes
PSI Pounds per Square Inch
PSYOPS Psychological Operations
PTDS Persistent Threat Detection System
PW Internal Dispenser
Q Unmanned Aircraft System
QRC Quick Reaction Capability
QRU Quick Reaction Unitary
QTDD Quad/Target Detection Device
R&D Research and Development
RAA Required Available Assets
RAAMS Remote Anti-Armor Mine System
RAD Ram Air Decelerator
RAID Ram Air Inflated Decelerator
RAM Reliability, availability, and Maintainability
RAMS Reliability Asset Monitoring System
RAMICS Rapid Mine Clearing System
RAP Rocket Assisted Projectile
RD Dummy Rockets
RDU Refrigerated Detector Unit
RDX Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine, also known cyclonite, hexogen,
and T4, is an explosive
REM Range Encryption Module
RF Radio Frequency
RFI Radio Frequency Interferometer
RHA Rolled Homogeneous Steel
RIFL Reversible In-Flight Locking
RISTA Reconnaissance, Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition
RL Rockets
RLA Rotary Launcher Assembly
RM Rocket Motor
RMP Radar Modernization Program
RNP Required Navigation Performance
ROE Rules of Engagement
RP Red Phosphorous
rpm Revolutions Per Minute
RQS Rescue Squadron
RR Risk Reduction
RRLP Reduced Ricochet Limited Penetration
RSTA
RTIC Real Time Information in Cockpit
B-15 FOUO
RW Rotary Wing
RxTx Receiver/Transmitter
S/W Software
S&A Safe and Arming or Safe and Arm
S-A Safety Arming Device
SAASM Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module
SADL Situational Awareness Data Link
SAF Save & Arming Fuse
SAL Semi-Active Laser
SAM Surface-to-Air Missile
SAPHEI Semi-Armor Piercing High Explosive Incendiary
SAR Synthetic Aperture Radar
SASR Special Application Sniper Rifle
SASS Semi-Automatic Sniper System
SAW Squad Automatic Weapon
SB Sustainment Block
SBRA Smart Bomb Rack Assembly
SBRC Smart Bomb Release Controller
SCAS Shortened Control Actuation Section
SCW Newer Short Cord
SDB Small Diameter Bomb
SDD System Development and Demonstration
SDL Switchable Data Links
SEAD Suppress Enemy Air Defense
SECBM Modified ECBM for 1760
SED Scramjet Engine Demonstrator
SFW Sensor Fuzed Weapon
SHP Shaft Horse Power
SID Standoff Intelligence Detection
SIGINT Signal Intelligence
SIT System Integration Test
SLAM-ER Standoff Land Attack Missile-Expanded Response
SLAP Saboted Light Armor Penetrator
SLAP-T Saboted Light Armor Penetrator Training
SLEP Service Life Extension Program
SM Sub-munition
SMO Stores Management Overlay
Sustainment Management Office
SMOFP Stores Management Operational Flight Program
SMP Stores Management Processor
SOF Special Operations Forces
SOPD Standoff Outside Point Defense
SP Self Propelled
SPM Shots Per Minute
SPO System Program Office
SQ Super Quick
SRR System Ready Review
SRTA Short Range Training Ammunition
SRU Shop Replaceable Unit
B-16 FOUO
SSD Safe Separation Device
SSW Small Smart Weapon
STOVL Short Takeoff Vertical Landing
SU Stores Suspension and Release
SU Stores Release Unit or Suspension Unit (Munitions Dispenser)
SWING Smart Weapon Integration Next Generation
SWIR Short-Wave Infrared
T2KU TACMS 2000 Unitary
TA Target Area
Tactical Aircraft
TALD Tactical Air-Launched Decoy
TAMIDS Target Acquisition Minefield Detection System
TBD To Be Determined
TBP To Be Published
TC Training Cartridge
TACMS Tactical Missile System
TACOM Tank and Automotive Command
TAD Towed Artillery Digitization
SADARM Sense and Destroy Armor
TCDL Tactical Command Data
TCP Transformation Campaign Plan
TCTS Tactical Combat Training System
TD Target Detector
Technology Demonstration
TDD Target Detection Device
TDFA Time Delay Fuze Assembly
TDS Threat Detection System
TENA Test and Training Enabling Architecture
TER Triple Ejection Rack
TERCOM Terrain-Contour Matching
TF Terrain Following
TH3 Thermite Mixture
TIC Troops in Contact
TJS Tactical Jamming System
TLAM Tomahawk Land Attack Missile
TLE Target Location Error
TM Miscellaneous Tanks
TMD Tactical Munition Dispenser
TMR Total Munitions Requirements
TNT Trinitrotoluene
TO Technical Order
TP Targeting Pod
Target Practice
TPI Targeting Pod Integration
TPSs Test Program Sets
TPT Target Practice Tracer
TRANSCOM Transportation Command
TRL Technology Readiness Level
TSAR Tactical Synthetic Aperture Radar
B-17 FOUO
TSPI Time, Space, Position Information
TT Test Items
TTP Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures
TV Television
TVGS Television Guided Section
UAI Universal Armament Interface
UALS Universal Ammunition Loading System
UAS Unmanned Aerial System
UAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
UBL Unit Basic Load
UCAV Uninhabited Combat Air Vehicles
UDL Universal Delinker Loader
UHF Ultra High Frequency
UMR Urgent Material Release
UMT Universal Munitions Trailer
UNIX Universal Network Information Exchange
UNR Urgent Need Request
UNS Urgent Need Statement
UPC Universal Project Code
UPCO Universal Propulsion company
US United States
USAF United States Air Force
USMC United States Marine Corps
USN United States Navy
USSOCOM United States Special Operations Command
USSTRATCOM United States Strategic Command
UUT Units Under Test
VHF Very High Frequency
VL Visible Light
VME Versa Module Eurocard
VRP Vortex Ring Parachute
VSM Very Small Missile
V/STOL Vertical/Short Take-Off or Landing
VT Proximity Fuze
VUIT-2 Video from UAS for Interoperability Teaming - Level 2
WAF Weapons Attribute File
WAFFAR Wrap-Around Folding Fin Aircraft Rocket
WASM Wide Area Search Munition
WAU Weapons Section Unit
WCMD Wind Corrected Munitions Dispenser
WCMD-ER WCMD Extended Range
WCU Weapons Control Unit
WD Warheads
WDU Weapons Delivery of Dispenser Unit
WGU Weapons Guidance Unit
WIA Weapon Impact Assessment
WP White Phosphorus
WPT Weapons Preload Tester
WSO Weapon System Operator
B-18 FOUO
WT Training Warheads
WUN Warfighter Urgent Need
WWP Wing Weapons Pylon
ZRF Zero Retention Force
B-19 FOUO
B-20 FOUO

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CHAPTER TWO - Air-to-Ground Missiles (AGM)

CHAPTER THREE - Directed Energy (DE) Technologies

CHAPTER FOUR - Unguided Munitions, Bombs, and Penetrators

CHAPTER FIVE - Guided Bomb Units (GBU)

CHAPTER SIX - Cluster Bomb Units (CBU)

CHAPTER SEVEN - Nuclear Weapons

CHAPTER EIGHT - Aircraft Gun Systems

CHAPTER NINE - Impulse Carts, Bomb Racks, Launchers, and Pylons

CHAPTER TEN - Countermeasures

CHAPTER ELEVEN - Fuzes and Sensors

CHAPTER TWELVE - Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE)

CHAPTER THIRTEEN - Emerging Technologies

CHAPTER FOURTEEN - Personal, Individual, Crew Served, and Mission

CHAPTER FIFTEEN - Small Arms/Gun Munitions

CHAPTER SIXTEEN - Ground Defense Munitions

CHAPTER SEVENTEEN - Medium and Large Caliber Ammunition

CHAPTER NINETEEN - Army Artillery Munitions

CHAPTER TWENTY - Army Mortar Munitions

CHAPTER TWENTYONE - Army Rockets and Missiles

CHAPTER TWENTYTWO - Test Equipment

CHAPTER TWENTYFOUR - Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)

AIR INTERCEPT MISSILES (AIM)

FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

Z07FC MISSILE AIM 7 F TRAINER Z07FA MISSILE AIM-7M-F1 WAU-10 AUR

Guidance - Semi-Active radar and Home-On-Jam (HOJ) (H Build) (WGU-6, WGU-23)

Contractor / Status / Improvements / Special Equipment:

Technical Order: 21M-AIM7M-2

M09MA MISSILE AIM-9M-1 AUR Z09LB CATM-9L-9 (MBA)

Guidance - Passive Infrared Homing

Technical Order: 21M-AIM9M-2

Technical Order: 21M-AIM9X-2

M12AA MISSILE AIM-120A AUR M12CB MISSILE AIM-120C-4 AUR

Guidance - Inertial/Command Inertial and Active Radar

Provides electrically erasable programmable read

AIM - 120C4 Lot 11 Adds an improved warhead

Includes the +5 rocket motor and shortened

Weight (lbs.) - 358 max

Ground Launch Systems:

Technical Order: 21-AI120A-2 (USAF), NAVAIR 01-120-2 (USN)

Guidance Armament Propulsion Section Control

AIM-120C (clipped Wing)

FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

AGM-65 F/G/G2 (IR) AGM-65 H AGM-65 K

Warhead - 125 lbs. Shaped Charge Jet and Blast (A, B, D, H)

Contractor / Status / Improvements Contractor:

Management/Engineering: NAVAIRSYSCOM PMA-201, NAS Patuxent River, MD

Technical Order: NAVAIR 01-AGM84A-2-1

Contractor / Status / Improvements / Special Equipment:

Contractor / Status / Improvements / Special Equipment:

Contractor / Status / Schedule / Improvements / Special Equipment:

Guidance - Passive Broadband Radio Frequency

Technical Order: TBD

Guidance - Laser (K, K-2, M, N)

UAS Missile Variants:

Warhead - 19.8 lbs. Dual Shaped Charge (K, K-2, K2A, L)

Contractor / Status / Improvements / Special Equipment: