Description
This fuze is identical to the Nose Time Fuze Mk 61 in so far as the internal mechanism and method of operation are concerned. The fuze differs from the Mk 61 in that it is provided with external slots for setting, rather than setting lugs. Furthermore, the external contour of the fuze differs considerably from that of the Nose Time Fuze Mk 61. The contour changes were necessary to allow the fuze to continue the more streamline shape of the 8 inch HC projectile and to strengthen the fuze body and lower cap sufficiently to accommodate the setting slots.
Functioning
No information about functioning.
Hazardous Components
No information about hazardous components.
See Also
Source(s)
MIL-HDBK-146, Fuze Catalog (1982)
OP 1664, Volume 1 - US Explosive Ordnance (1947)
