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M557 Mechanical Artillery Fuze

Technical Specifications
Fuze FunctionMechanical, PD-Delay (0.05 s)
Total Weight~975 g
Total Height151.6 mm (max)
SAD non-setting/setting rpms1000/ 2500 RPM
Safety Distance From Muzzle≥ 50 m
Thread2''-12 UNS-2A
Booster Explosive~22 g RDX/Tetryl
Weapon Used105-120-155-203 mm Rifled Mortar, Howitzer and Tank
Ammunition UsedHowitzer, Tank Ammunitions between 105-203 mm

FEATURES

TECHNICIAL SPECIFICATIONS
  • Total Weight
    ~975 g
  • Thread
    2''-12 UNS-2A
  • Fuze Function
    Mechanical, PD-Delay (0.05 s)
  • Total Height
    151.6 mm (max)
  • SAD non-setting/setting rpms
    1000/ 2500 RPM
  • SAD non-setting/setting G force
    ≥ 50 m
  • Booster Explosive
    ~22 g RDX/Tetryl
  • Weapon Used
    105-120-155-203 mm Rifled Mortar, Howitzer and Tank
  • Ammunition Used
    Howitzer, Tank Ammunitions between 105-203 mm