The Cartridge,caliber .50, cataloged under National Stock Number 1305-01-673-1262, is classified within Federal Supply Class 1305 (Ammunition, Through 30mm) of the Ammunition and Explosives group. Government technical data includes 6 specifications, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. 2 additional reference documents (drawings, advisory and superseded references) are recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. Current acquisition status: Active.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 1305-01-673-1262 |
| Item Name | Cartridge,caliber .50 |
| FSC / FSG | 1305 / 13 — Ammunition, Through 30mm |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Cartridge Model Number | 4-API M8,1-API-DT MK 257 MOD 0 |
| Dod Ammunition Code | 1305-AB30 |
| Cartridge Grouping Type | LINKED |
| Link Model Number | M9 |
| Cartridge Design Type | ANTIPERSONNEL |
| Reference Number Differentiating Characteristics | SMP-860 PROPELLANT-MORE STABLE AT EXTREME TEMPS |
| Acquisition Status | ACTIVE |
| DEMIL Code | DEMIL G — Ammunition & Explosives |
| Hazard | No hazard code in the DLA record (HMIC N) |
| Criticality Code | X |
| Reference | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 8215707 | 3/1 Design control — primary reference Naval Sea Systems Command |
| 1305-AB30 | 6/9 Informative reference only U.S. Government activity |
NSN 1305-01-673-1262 is a Cartridge,caliber .50, classified under FSC 1305, Ammunition, Through 30mm. Status: active.
Key specifications for 1305-01-673-1262: Cartridge Model Number: 4-API M8,1-API-DT MK 257 MOD 0; Dod Ammunition Code: 1305-AB30; Cartridge Grouping Type: LINKED; Link Model Number: M9. 6 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
No hazard code in the DLA record (HMIC N). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.
NSN 1305-01-673-1262 has DEMIL Code G. Demilitarization may be required before disposal or transfer to non-military entities.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-16.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.