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Scatterable
Munitions - M85/M87 Hornet 5
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IMI scatterable munitions (bomblets) are designed for many types
of artillery, mortars projectiles as well as rockets and aerial bombs. Three
types of dual purpose explosive charges are in use - the M85, M87 and Hornet
5. All types are designed to share the same operating principles and
mechanisms, M85 and 87 are identical, and utilized for artillery and mortar
ammunition. Hornet 5 is designed for 105 mm howitzer and 5” guns. The
self-destruct mechanism ensures that no hazardous duds are encountered by
advancing friendly forces. The IMI safety mechanism prevents inadvertent
arming of duds by manual means. No stored energy is contained in the bomblet
fusing system, thus complying with the most severe military standards. This
requirement is not currently met by any other bomblet.
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Relevant links:
Israel Military Industry Unveil New Extended
Range Artillery Ammunition
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