Now available is an inert restored 152mm M411A1 Target Practice Tracer (TP-T) Round, a beautifully restored example of Cold War-era U.S. artillery design. This display round is assembled from a genuine M411A1 projectile, paired with a faithfully reproduced M157 combustible case, an original artillery primer/flash tube, and a newly manufactured steel locking ring finished in a parkerized finish.

This piece offers an exceptional opportunity to own a rare and historically significant round that represents the unique era of large-caliber, caseless ammunition development.

Historical Context

The 152mm M411A1 TP-T Round was developed as part of the U.S. Army's experimentation with dual-purpose gun/launcher systems during the 1960s. Most famously associated with the M551 Sheridan Light Tank and the M60A2 "Starship" Tank, the 152mm gun/launcher could fire both traditional rounds and guided anti-tank missiles (such as the MGM-51 Shillelagh).

The M411A1 specifically was a target practice tracer round used to simulate the flight and ballistic characteristics of the M409 HEAT (High-Explosive Anti-Tank) operational round, allowing crews to train without expending expensive live HEAT rounds. The round incorporated a combustible case (M157), which would be consumed upon firing, and was ignited via a primer/flashtube assembly fitted in the case base.

Because of the combustible case's nature, complete examples of the M411A1 round are extremely rare, making this restored inert round an important and visually impressive collector's piece.

Product Details

Item: Inert Restored 152mm M411A1 Target Practice Tracer Round
Projectile: Real M411A1 projectile
Case: Replica M157 combustible case (inert, non-flammable)
Primer/Flashtube: Original military surplus component (inert)
Locking Ring: Custom fabricated steel ring with parkerized finish
DODAC/DODIC/DDAC: D383
NSN: 1320-00-180-9784
Condition: Fully restored for display – inert and safe for static exhibition
Weight: Substantial and authentic, suitable for floor-standing or heavy-duty mounts

Ideal For:

Cold War U.S. armored vehicle collectors
M551 Sheridan or M60A2 restoration projects
Military history museums and technical displays
Private collections of inert artillery and anti-tank munitions
Educational institutions and armor warfare study programs

This inert 152mm M411A1 TP-T round is an outstanding centerpiece for any military ordnance collection. With a real projectile, properly detailed inert components, and professional craftsmanship in restoration, it offers a rare opportunity to showcase one of the more technologically ambitious munitions of the Cold War.

Approx length 44", Approx width 4.5", Approx height 4.5", Approx weight lbs.

Pictures are stock images of our inventory. Unless otherwise noted, you will not be receiving the exact item shown in the pictures. The pictures are representative of the item's general condition. The item you receive might be slightly better, or worse, condition than was shown in the pictures.

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