Comprehensive combat-proven tank ammunition solutions
At Elbit Systems Land, we emphasize development of innovative tank ammunition, ongoing improvement of existing ammunition, and development of new generations of tank ammunition. At the same time, we have full in-house manufacturing capabilities. The scope of our development and production enables us to conduct projects around the world, understand customer needs and expectations and provide them with the most appropriate product, often together with the involvement of local industry, including technology transfer as an added value.
High-performance tank ammunition series
Elbit Systems Land’s tank ammunition array is compliant with NATO and MIL-STD standards. The ammunition dramatically increases the fire power and capabilities of Armored Corps. The 105mm series is certified for any 105mm NATO gun such as M68, L7, F1 and equivalent firing systems. The 120mm series is certified for 120mm NATO smooth-bore guns used by Merkava 3 and 4, Leo2A4/A5/A6, M1A1/A2, K1A1/A2, K2, ARIETA, M60A3 MBTs and approved for firing from NATO 120mm smooth-bore gun systems L44/L55. The 125mm series is certified for T-72 and T-90 firing systems, and the 100mm series is designed to be fired from T54/T54B/T55 MBTs.
Elbit Systems Land provides ammunition with a high level of safety, reliability and quality.
Production facilities and capabilities
The M710/1 HE tank cartridge delivers high hit probability at all combat ranges, with high performance, quality, safety and reliability. The cartridge is capable of penetrating 200mm double reinforced concrete walls. It destroys bunkers, field fortifications and urban structures, LAVs and APCs with medium armor protection. The electronic fuze mode of operation is Point Detonation Delay (PDD). The M710/1 has the same trajectory as the HE fragmentation cartridge - 30F26. The M710/1 complies with MIL-SPEC requirements and NATO standards. The M710/1 is designed for use with the T72/T80/T90 and other MBTs with a 125mm firing system.
The M710/2 HE-PD tank cartridge delivers high hit probability at all combat ranges, with high performance, quality, safety and reliability. The cartridge is capable of breaching 200mm double reinforced concrete walls. It destroys bunkers, field fortifications and urban structures, LAVs and APCs with medium armor protection and is capable of wall breaching. The electronic fuze mode of operation is Point Detonation (PD). The M710/2 has the same trajectory as the HE fragmentation cartridge - 30F26. The M710/2 complies with MIL-SPEC requirements and NATO standards. The cartridge is designed for use with the T72/T80/T90 and other MBTs equipped with a 125mm firing system.
The M711, is the 2nd generation high-velocity flat-trajectory APFSDS-T cartridge, consists of a projectile unit and a main (standard) charge. The projectile unit, comprising a four segments type sabot and a sub-projectile, is fitted into a combustible case that contains the propelling charge. The M711 has superior penetration capability against advanced armor systems at extended ranges, due to its unique shape and mechanical properties of its tungsten alloy penetrator. The M711 is designed for use with the T72/T90 and other MBTs equipped with a 125mm firing system.
The M711/8, is the 3rd generation high-velocity flat-trajectory APFSDS-T cartridge, consists of a projectile unit and a main (standard) charge. The projectile unit, comprising a four segments type sabot and a sub-projectile, is fitted into a combustible case that contains the propelling charge. The M711/8 has superior penetration capability against modern armor systems at extended ranges due to its unique shape and mechanical properties of its tungsten alloy penetrator. The design of the sabot and the sub-projectile contribute to high accuracy performance at all combat ranges. The M711/8 is designed for use with the T72/ T90 and other MBTs equipped with a 125mm firing system.
The M713 training cartridge is used to simulate operational APFSDS-T cartridge firing, with similar external ballistics and accuracy to the operational cartridge, up to 2km, with a reduced safety zone. The M713 is designed for use with the T72/ T90 and other MBTs equipped with a 125mm firing system.
