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| VT FUZES FOR PROJECTILES AND SPIN-STABILIZED ROCKETS |
| Chapter 4 - VT FUZES FOR PROJECTILES |
| Mk 45 Mods 11 and 12 (Obsolete) |
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General Data |
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Projectiles Used In _____ 3"/50 A.A. |
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Markings |
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Mk 45 Mod ______ |
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Model _____ Lot _____ |
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Over-All Dimensions and Weight of Mk 45 Mod 12 |
| Length | 7.7 in. (approx.) |
| Diameter at base of ogive | 2.4 in. (approx.) |
| Threaded length | 1.0 in. (approx.) |
| Threads | 2.00 in. 12 R.H. |
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Weight |
2.40 lb. |
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Material. Green ethyl cellulose plastic nose ogive molded integral to steel base ring; per-forated steel nose cap molded into the inside forward end of plastic ogive; steel body cylinder |
| Arming Range | 600 yd. |
| Type of Energizer | Reserve |
| Wave-Suppression-Feature | None |
| Self-Destructive Feature | None |
| Auxiliary Detonating Fuze | Mk 44 |
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Compression-Type Waterproofing |
No |
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Description |
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This fuze has a maximum influence radius of about 50 feet. Burst heights over water at long range will average around 75 feet, with wide variations in burst height occuring as a result of wave effect and variations in sensitivity between individual fuzes. Burst heights over water at shorter ranges will generally average to lower levels. |
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Employment |
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This fuze is used for antiaircraft fire from a minimum range of 500 yards to the extreme range of the gun. |
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Remarks |
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The Mk 45 Mod 11, with longer base, was declared unservicable and recalled, to be re-placed. |
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