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Article: United States: Army contracts for tank ammunition.
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- TendersInfo
- Article date:
- August 6, 2008
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Byline: pinto03
The U.S. Army has contracted Alliant Techsystems (NYSE:ATK) for ammunition to support M1A1/A2 Abrams main battle tank combat operations and training. Minneapolis-based ATK received a $7.6 million contract to supply the Army with its M1028 120 millimeter canister cartridge. Officials say the M1028, compatible with U.S. Marine Corps Abrams tanks, creates a shotgun-like pattern when fired, designed for close-combat shooting effectiveness.
"ATK is proud to continue our partnership with the U.S. Army by providing this much needed capability to soldiers who are ...