The Cartridge,impulse, cataloged under National Stock Number 1377-00-883-8998, is classified within Federal Supply Class 1377 (Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components) of the Ammunition and Explosives group. The manufacturer of record is Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited. Government technical data includes 22 specifications, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. The record lists 4 manufacturer part numbers for this item, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 2 additional reference documents (drawings, advisory and superseded references) are recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. Current acquisition status: Active.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 1377-00-883-8998 |
| Primary Part Number | MBEU16650-1 |
| Item Name | Cartridge,impulse |
| FSC / FSG | 1377 / 13 — Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components |
| Manufacturer | Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| Wrenching Facility | NOT INCLUDED |
| Body Diameter | 0.621 INCHES NOMINAL IN |
| Case Threaded Electrical Connection | NOT INCLUDED |
| Explosive Power Rating | 1410.000 FOOT-POUNDS FT |
| Net Explosive Weight | 0.008 STORAGE POUNDS AND 0.008 TRANSPORTATION POUNDS |
| Percussion Detonation Type | CENTER FIRE |
| Package Model Number | NOT ASSIGNED |
| Dot Proper Shipping Name | CARTRIDGES, POWER DEVICE |
| Dot Identification Number | UN0276 |
| Dot Registration Code | EX1988050877 |
| Diameter | 0.745 INCHES NOMINAL IN |
| Cartridge Model Number | MODEL NO. OF CARTRIDGE NOT ASSIGNED |
| Dod Ammunition Code | 1377-M520 |
| Detonation Initiation Method | PERCUSSION |
| Case Mounting Thread | NOT INCLUDED |
| Hazardous Material Classification Code | 1.4 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE HAZARD CLASS DIVISION |
| Integral Cutting Punch | NOT INCLUDED |
| Color Coded Feature | NOT INCLUDED |
| Rim | INCLUDED |
| Material | ALUMINUM CASE |
| Case Model Number | NOT ASSIGNED |
| Reference Number Differentiating Characteristics | AS DIFFERENTIATED BY UNIT PACKAGE QUANTITY,UNIT PACKAGE TYPE |
| Acquisition Status | ACTIVE |
| DEMIL Code | DEMIL G — Ammunition & Explosives |
| Hazard | Hazardous per DLA record (HMIC Y) UN ID UN0276 · 1.4 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE HAZARD CLASS DIVISION · ships as CARTRIDGES, POWER DEVICE |
| Criticality Code | N |
| Part Number | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| LD534553 | Navair and Navsea Managed Original Design Activity Dwg Not Material/parts Supplier (USA) |
| 2164783 | Navair and Navsea Managed Original Design Activity Dwg Not Material/parts Supplier (USA) |
| 2519698 | Naval Air Systems Command Managed Original Design Activity Not Material/parts Supplier (USA) |
| MBEU16650-1 | Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited (GBR) |
| Reference | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1377-M520 | 6/9 Informative reference only U.S. Government activity |
| MBEU16650 | D/9 Drawing number reference only Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited |
NSN 1377-00-883-8998 is a Cartridge,impulse, manufactured by Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited, classified under FSC 1377, Cartridge and Propellant Actuated Devices and Components. Status: active.
NSN 1377-00-883-8998 has 4 manufacturer part numbers on file: LD534553 (Navair and Navsea Managed Original Design Activity Dwg Not Material/parts Supplier), 2164783 (Navair and Navsea Managed Original Design Activity Dwg Not Material/parts Supplier), 2519698 (Naval Air Systems Command Managed Original Design Activity Not Material/parts Supplier), MBEU16650-1 (Martin-Baker Aircraft Company Limited).
Key specifications for MBEU16650-1: Wrenching Facility: NOT INCLUDED; Body Diameter: 0.621 INCHES NOMINAL IN; Case Threaded Electrical Connection: NOT INCLUDED; Explosive Power Rating: 1410.000 FOOT-POUNDS FT. 22 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
Hazardous per DLA record (HMIC Y). The government record also carries hazard data: DOT hazard class, UN number, or related classification fields. Special handling, storage, and shipping requirements apply per the cited government fields.
NSN 1377-00-883-8998 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.