MIL-STD-709D Flashcards
This form will describe what markings and colors on ammunition are intended for.
MIL-STD-709D
Ammunition void of all energies such as propellant fill and primer.
Inert Ammo
Ammo which contains two or more chemicals that remain separated until use. Not lethal or explosive until mixed on demand or by shock.
Binary Munitions
A chemical that produces temporary irritation or disabling effects when in contact with the eyes, skin, or when inhaled.
Riot Control Agent
An agent that produces temporary physiological or mental effects, or both, which will render individuals incapable of concerted effort in the performance of
their assigned duties.
Incapacitating Agent
Tier I - Silver Tip
Dummy
Tier I - Green
Ball (FMJ)
Tier I Red
Tracer
Tier I - Orange
Tracer
Tier I - Black
Armor Piercing
Tier I - Blue
Short Range Training
Tier I - Purple
Dim Tracer
This ammo is invisible to the naked eye but can be seen with night vision.
Dim Tracer
Tier I - .50 Cal Gray/Red
Armor Piercing/Incendiary/Tracer
Tier I - .50 Cal Gray/Green
Armor Piercing/Incendiary
Tier I - .50 Cal Gray/Purple
AP/Incendiary/Dim Tracer
Tier II - Yellow
High Explosives
Tier II - Brown
Low Explosives
Tier II Gray ⅙
Toxic chemical, incapacitating, or riot control agent.
Tier II - Dark Red
Identifies riot control agent filler
Tier II - Dark Green
Identifies a toxic chemical agent
Tier II - Violet
Incapacitating Agent Filler
Tier II - Black ⅓
Armor defeating ammo
Tier II - Silver
Counter-measure ammo. Radar echo, leaflets
Tier II - Light Green 1
Identifies screening or marking smoke ammunition.
Tier II - Light Red
Incendiary ammo, or highly flammable material.
Tier II - White
Illuminating Ammo
Tier II - Orange
Ammo used for tracking and recovery tests. Ex: underwater mines or torpedoes
Tier II - Bronze/Gold/Brass
Inert Ammunition designed for activities other than practice.
