Description
Gray overall with a green band on nose and on the ends of the tail fins. Two red lines diametrically opposed run the length of the bomb. New type markings may be found.
The body is constructed of one piece of machined steel turned down to a streamlined shape. The forward end is threaded to receive a nose fuze and the after end is threaded to receive a male base plate. The base plate is threaded externally at both ends. The tail cone screws onto the after end of the base plate. There is no explosive in the tail cone.
The tail cone consists of four sheet metal sections riveted to an internally threaded ring. The edge of each section has a flange which turns up. The tail fins are secured between flanges of adjoining sections by spot welds. There are no struts to brace the fins.
Hazardous Components
Filler - Probably picric acid (weight unknown)
See Also
General Information, Japanese Navy Bombs
Nose, A-3(a), Type 97 Mk 2 Model 2
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