M04
40 mm Illuminating Parachute Underbarrel Round
40 mm parachute illuminating round for underbarrel launchers, burning 20 s at 80000 cd from 182 +/- 30 m when fired at 85 degrees.
Also written: 40
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Specification
| Calibre | 40 mm |
|---|---|
| Delay time | 2.5 to 3.5 s |
| Burning time of star | 20 s |
| Light intensity of star | 80000 cd |
| Middle wave length | 587 +/- 5 nm |
| Height fired at 85 deg | 182 +/- 30 m |
| Operating temperature | -30 to +50 deg C |
| Weapon compatibility | Underbarrel grenade launchers 40 mm GP-25, GP-30 and BGP-40 |
| Packing | 1 round per polyethylene bag, 138 bags in a wooden case, 16 cases on a pallet |
All data provided for information purposes; final specification is defined per contract.