MIL-STD-709 Ammunition Color CodingThis standard covers a color coding system for ammunition.

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TIER

CALIBER

COLOR

STANDARD

INTERPRETATION

TYPE

COLOR APPLICATION

Body

Projectile

Picture

I

7.62mm

Purple

FED-STD-595/37142

Identifies dim tracer ammunition for combat use and training with 'trace to target' capability when night vision is used

Dim

Tracer

None

Purple Tip

I

9mm

Silver

FED-STD-595/17178

Identifies completely inert small caliber ammunition designed for use in activities such as assembly, testing, handling, training, etc.

Dummy

Silver

Silver