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7.62mm NATO United States

7.62mm NATO Ball (Overhead Fire) XM178 United States ⊕ FA 62 profile view.7.62mm NATO Ball (Overhead Fire) XM178 United States ⊕ FA 62 head view.

Details

TypeBall (Overhead Fire), XM178
ProjectileFMJ, GM, 1 smooth crimping cannelure
Casebrass, taper crimp
Primerpercussion, flat, brass, ring crimp, red annulus
Headstamp⊕ FA 62
NotesThis is an experimental overhead fire ball cartridge with a projectile made from turned brass.