20MM APDS-T (M791)

Armor Piercing Discarding Sabot with Tracer

Team: 20mm Ammunition
Height (max): 223mm
Weight: 455g
Number Produced: 5.7M
Birth Date: 1082 (type classified)
Muzzle Velocity (nominal): 1345 m/s
Chamber Pressure (typical): 410 MPa
Trace (typical): 2.2 sec
Dispersion (typical): 0.30 x 0.30 mr
Penetration (typical): 25mm RHA @ 60º is 1300m

The M791 APDS-T round possesses the superb accuracy and penetration necessary to defeat today's threats. Its high velocity, coupled with a low time of flight, ensures effective performance at extended ranges This round is fired from any system using the LAG-20, M242, KBA, M811 or Gau-12 weapon.