Ammunition
The M224 Mortar can fire the following principal classifications of training and service ammunition:
- High explosive (HE): Designations M888, M720, and M720A1. Used against personnel and light material targets.
- Smoke Cartridge: Designation M722. Used as a screening, signaling, or marking munition.
- Illumination (ILLUM): Used in night missions requiring illumination for assistance in observation.
- Training practice (TP): Designation M50A2/A3. Used for training in limited areas. These rounds are obsolete and not used anymore.
- Infrared Illumination (IR): Produces illumination which is only visible through the use of night vision devices.
- Full Range Practice Cartridges (FRPC): Designation M769. This round is used for practice or clearing misfires.
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