For each item of materiel, there are illustrations and descriptions together with characteristics and related data. lncluded in the related data are weights, dimensions, performance data, packing, shipping and storage data, type classification, and logistics control codes (LCC).

Information concerning supply, operation, and maintenance of iteins will be found in the publications referenced for those items. A complete listing of these publications is maintained in Department of the Army (DA) Pam 310-series indexes

Within this manual, items with the following type-classifications are included:

(1) Standard (LCC-A, LCC-B), OTCM/AMCTCM

(2) Contingency (CON)

(3) Limited Procurement (LP)

(4) Reclassified obsolete (OBS) for regular Army use, but used by National Guard or Reserve units.

(5) Reclassified OBS for all Army use, but used by Marine Corps, Air Force or Navy.

(6) Reclassified OBS, no users, but US stocks remain, Items with the following type-classification are not included:

Reclassified OBS for all US use. No US stocks remain. (Foreign lise or stock may remain.)

Numerical values, such as weights, dimensions, candlepower, etc., are nominal values, except when specified as maximum or minimum.  Actual items may vary slightly from these values. Allowable limits can be obtained from the drawings indicated in the data sheets.

PURPOSE:

This manual provides general and technical information concerning ground and aircraft rockets. It covers general characteristics, specific data, means of identification, precautions and general information on packing. General information pertaining to all tyPes and kinds of conventional ammunition and explosives, and color coding for earlier manufactured munitions are contained in Technical Manual (TM) 9-1300-200. General information on care, handling, preservation, storing, shipping and destruction of ammunition and explosives is contained in TM 9-1300-206. Information on training of troops in tactical use of 3.5-in. rockets will be found on 66-mm rockets in FM 23-33.

The rockets and components described in chapters 2 and 3 belong to Federal Supply Class 1340. Other items used in conjunction with the rockets are covered in other publications.