30x173MM
High performance infantry fighting vehicle ammunition suite
KNDS 30x173mm ammunition family offers combat proven solutions with improved range, accuracy and terminal effect to armed forces operating NATO 30x173mm weapon systems mounted on armored vehicles, aircrafts and navy vessel mounts.
KNDS complete 30x173mm ammunition portfolio allows for the defeat of a wide spectrum of threats, from soft targets to armored targets.
ADVANTAGES:
- Qualified on MK44 Bushmaster II automatic weapon systems fitted on Infantry fighting vehicles and navy vessel mounts
- Compatible with MK44 Bushmaster II, Mauser MK-30 and other equivalent 30x173mm weapon systems
- Airburst capability with the 30x173mm MF-ABM to defeat modern aerial threats such as UAVs
- Combat proven solution, in service in various armed forces
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
Cartridge length
290mm
Cartridge mass
530g
Projectile mass
220g
Penetration
>50mm RHA at 2000m / 60° obliquity
Max operational range
~2.500m
Muzzle velocity
1.430m/s
Dispersion
≤0.6 mil
Primer
Mechanical (percussion)
