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BOMB 1000 LBS HE
The Bomb HE 1000 LB is made of Cast Steel construction open at both ends. The Bomb body is filled with high explosive. The nose opening is closed by an exploder container. The rear end of the body is under cut internally, to form a lip in which are out two diametrically opposite slots. It can be dropped from heights as high as 15000 metres. It penetrates deep into subsoil strats and detonates giving earthquake effect. Against concrete runways penetrates deep and detonates leaving a crater of approx 6m x 3m deep thus putting them out of commission.
Length of Ammunition with Tail Unit
7 ft.6 inch approx.
Charge Mass
186 +- 5 Kgs
Total Weight of filled Bomb W/O Tail Unit
450 Kg Approx.
Quality
Strict quality measures are adopted during various state of production & functioning proof is carried out in association with Air Armament Inspection wing.
Safety
All multiple mechanical safety arrangements have been provided to ensure safety of ammunition during transportation as well as filling and dropping from Air Craft.
Reliablity
Due to its sound design and careful manufacture the ammunition is very reliable for use in combat field environment.
Hazard division
1.1
Hazard Compatibility
D
shelf life
30 Years
1257.3 +- 3.8 mm length x 393.31 +- 0.50 mm dia
