Description
Gray overall with a green band around nose. New type markings may be found.
A cast steel nose is attached by a continuous weld and 2 rows of 10 rivets each to a tubular steel body. An antipenetration ring is welded to the exterior of the nose 4 inches forward of the rivets. This ring is 2 3/4 inches long and has an outer diameter of 7 7/8 inches.
A tail cone is held by 1 row of 24 rivets and a continuous weld to a collar which fits into the after end of the bomb body and is held there by 2 rows of screws (14 per row).
Four fins are spot welded to the tail cone and braced by a single set of box type struts. A 1/16 inch sheet steel tail brake measuring 10 inches square is welded to the after end of the tail fins.
Hazardous Components
Filler - Picric acid or Type 98 explosive (50 lbs, 22.7 kg)
See Also
General Information, Japanese Navy Bombs
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