The "CANDLE SMOKE GROUND MK-3 (Empty)" is a specific component of a larger military smoke grenade system, not a consumer product. Its defining feature is the absence of its active payload.
Features/Roles/Variants of the product
It is the empty shell of a smoke candle, which, when fully functional, is used with a Carl Gustaf M3 84mm recoilless rifle.
The "Empty" designation means the main canister is missing its special smoke-generating compound, which is typically based on titanium tetrachloride.
Since it contains no pyrotechnic or smoke composition, an "empty" unit would be used for training, demonstration, or disposal purposes and is not a functional weapon.
It is an inert piece of ordnance, meaning it is non-explosive and not designed to generate smoke. The smoke-producing material, bursting charges, and propellant charges have all been removed.
The empty case allows military personnel to practice handling and loading the munition without the risk associated with a live round.