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(Fig. 32) |
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This Czech shell, known as "8 cm AZ Granate M30", fitted with
a percussion fuze of the CHZR type, used with the 8 cm L.Kanone M30.
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| The particulars of the design are as follows: |
| Calibre, 80 mm (3.15 inches). |
| Weight (complete), 8.03 kg (17.66 lb.). |
| C.R.H. (approx.), 5. |
| Base steamlined 6½ degrees. |
| Driving Band, copper. |
| H.E. Capacity, 8.9 per cent. |
| Bursting Charge, T.N.T. (Cast), 0.714 Kg (1.575 lb.). |
| Exploders, pressed T.N.T. |
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An interesting feature of the design is the curvature of the streamlined
base. This, how-ever, according to our experience, gives no material
advantage over a straight taper.
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