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M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer — Gage Rod-Cap, Liquid – NSN 6680-00-045-9856 – Part No: 8355872
- SKU
- 6680-00-045-9856
- NSN
- 6680-00-045-9856
- Part number
- 8355872
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M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer — Gage Rod-Cap, Liquid – NSN 6680-00-045-9856 – Part No: 8355872
Product information
Gage Rod-Cap, Liquid (NSN 6680-00-045-9856 (6680000459856) / Part No 8355872) for M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer. Genuine NATO-standard military vehicle spare part supplied by AB Defence with full traceability and export compliance.
Technical Identification & NATO Cross-Reference Matrix
Gage Rod-Cap, Liquid (NSN 6680-00-045-9856 (6680000459856) / Part No 8355872) is a defense-grade replacement component engineered for M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer fleets and compatible military land platforms. Classified under Electrical, Electronic & Vision Systems (Electrical, Electronic & Vision Systems), this part meets strict dimensional, metallurgical, and environmental tolerances required for tactical field maintenance and depot-level overhaul programs.
| Technical Parameter | Specification & Reference Value |
|---|---|
| Component Nomenclature | Gage Rod-Cap, Liquid |
| Primary Vehicle Platform | M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer |
| Subsystem / Functional Group | Electrical, Electronic & Vision Systems |
| NATO Stock Number (Dashed) | 6680-00-045-9856 |
| NSN (13-Digit Unformatted) | 6680000459856 |
| NIIN (National Item ID Number) | 00-045-9856 / 000459856 |
| Federal Supply Class (FSC / FSG) | FSC 6680 (FSG 66) — Electrical, Electronic & Vision Systems |
| NCB Codification Country | 00 — United States (DLA / US DoD) |
| Manufacturer / OEM Part Number | 8355872 |
| Cross-Reference Search Codes | 6680-00-045-9856, 6680000459856, NIIN 00-045-9856, NIIN 000459856, 8355872 |
| Manufacturer / Platform Ecosystem | BAE Systems / FMC |
| Quality & Traceability Standard | NATO STANAG / MIL-STD Compliant — Certificate of Conformity (CoC) & Batch Traceability |
Subsystem Engineering Role & Maintenance Protocol
- Functional Application: Engineered to sustain mission-critical reliability within Electrical, Electronic & Vision Systems assemblies under extreme thermal, mechanical, and cross-country vibration loads.
- Platform Integration: Specifically cross-referenced for M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer maintenance schedules, ensuring direct fitment, interchangeability, and zero modification during unit replacement.
- Preventive Maintenance & Inspection: During scheduled periodic maintenance (PMCS) or subsystem overhaul, inspect mating interfaces, torque specifications, and fluid/electrical seals alongside adjacent Electrical, Electronic & Vision Systems assemblies to prevent cascading downtime.
Defense Procurement, Documentation & Global Export Supply
AB Defence supplies verified OEM and NATO-codified spare parts to Ministries of Defence, armed forces maintenance commands, and prime defense contractors worldwide. Every shipment of NSN 6680-00-045-9856 (6680000459856) / Part No 8355872 is supported by controlled documentation, serial/lot traceability, military-grade protective packaging, and full export compliance. Explore our complete M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer Spare Parts & Sustainment Coverage or submit a Request for Quotation (RFQ) using the form above.
