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7.62mm NATO United States

7.62mm NATO Fumer United States ⊕ LC 70 profile view.7.62mm NATO Fumer United States ⊕ LC 70 head view.

Details

TypeFumer
ProjectileFMJ, GMCS, light blue tip, 1 knurled crimping cannelure
Casebrass, taper crimp
Primerpercussion, flat, brass, ring crimp, purple annulus
Headstamp⊕ LC 70
NotesFumer rounds are similar to tracers except that the purpose of the burning tracer composition is to break up turbulence at the base of the projectile and reduce drag. This round has a visible trace to 800 yards, although fumers in general do not necessarily give a visible trace.