Description
8 inch White Bag Propelling Charge M2 is used for zone firing with Charges 5 through 7 in 8 inch howitzer cannons.
The charge consists of a base section (Charge 5) and two unequal increments (Charges 6 and 7) for zone firing . The increments are assembled end to end in sequence, and held in place by four tying straps sewn to the base of Increment 5 and tied over the top of Increment 7. A red cloth igniter pad containing 5 ounces of black powder is sewn to the base of Increment 5. Each increment of the charge and the igniter pad is identified by black stencil markings. In use an M3 Flash Reducer is inserted under the tie straps at the forward end of the charge. Flash Reducer M3 is a separate item of issue to be used when firing all zones of the M2 Propelling Charge. It consists of a square pad of red cloth containing a 1 pound mixture of potassium sulfate and black powder.
Functioning
No information about functioning.
Hazardous Components
No information about hazardous components.
See Also
Source(s)
TM 43-0001-28, Artillery Ammunition (chg 11, 2003)
TM 9-1300-203, Artillery Ammunition (1967)
