Type | Ball, M855A1 |
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Projectile | FMJ, copper, bismuth penetrator, 1 knurled crimping cannelure |
Case | brass |
Primer | percussion, flat, brass, ring crimp, purple annulus |
Headstamp | ⊕ LC 08 [SCAMP 3] |
Notes | This is an initial trial version of the M855A1 lead-free cartridge using a bismuth-tin alloy penetratior. The final M855A1 cartridge uses a steel penetrator. |