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Crater and Shell Fragment Analysis and Reports 28 September 2017 ATP 3-09.30 B-11 Figure B-11. Other nation’s ammunition (continued) FUZE B-27. Since the same type of fuze may be used with several different calibers or types of projectile, it is impossible to establish the type and caliber of a weapon by the means. Note. With the exception of the rotating bands and band seats or the tail fins, different types of shells may be identical in one dimension (such as wall thickness) but seldom will be alike in two or more dimensions. Therefore, it is necessary to obtain two or more measurements to make a positive identification. SHELLING REPORTS B-28. The division artillery (DIVARTY) is responsible for counterfire. Therefore, reports of shelling or mortaring should be forwarded as quickly as possible to the DIVARTY main command post through either fire direction or fire support channels via electronic means or manually using DA Form 2185, Artillery Counterfire Information If a report is received by a brigade combat team (BCT), field artillery battalion and that battalion decides to employ counterfire on the enemy position, the report of action taken and a damage assessment, if available, should be forwarded to the DIVARTY main command post when the action is completed.