AP Bangalore Torpedo Energetic Systems
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AP Bangalore Torpedo Energetic Systems Energetic Systems I Before After The APBT incorporates a unique and Operation patented design-feature which enhances its cutting capability against traditional non- An APBT tube connects to the detonator housing, nose cone and up to seven other tubes via a quick turn resilient and incoherent target arrays. thread. The design of the thread has been optimised to Application ensure ease of assembly under conditions where the thread is contaminated with sand, soil, or mud, whilst The traditional use for the Bangalore Torpedo has been to being strong enough to allow the tactical deployment of defeat simple or complex entanglements made up of barbed up to eight connected tubes (without decoupling). or razor wire. This design feature has also demonstrated cutting performance against a 6mm steel target. A single Specifications APBT tube can be joined with up to seven additional tubes for tactical deployment to defeat large or extended obstacles Initiation: L1A2, .L2A2, DCB up to 8 metres in length. Tube Diameter/ Length: 50mm/ 1000mm Description Charge Weight: 2.03kg DPX1/DPX10 The APBT provides a significant improvement in performance and is easier to carry and use than other products. It has Temperature -46oC to +71oC been chosen by and is in service with a number of countries Shelf Life: 5 years around the world including the UK. Wooden logistic pack Features Outer Pack: 128 x 32 x 39cm • Light, 1-metre long, aluminium body. • Filled with 2kg DPX1 high density pressed explosive References contributing to the improved IM signature. Product Code: APBT • Each tube is fitted with a nose cone and detonator housing NATO Stock Number: 1375-99-433-4953 for use as an individual charge. Hazard Class: 1.1D • Supplied with a carry strap for each individual tube UN Number: 0048 • The quick-turn thread allows for easy assembly of up to 8 tubes for deeper breaching. Proper Shipping Name: CHARGES DEMOLITION • The specially designed aluminium tube combined with the high density DPX1 pellets provides enhanced blast and Shipping fragmentation for cutting up to 6mm steel plate and Qty per Logistic 1 set (4 APBT) defeating razor wire and other barricades NEQ: 8.12kg • Supplied packaged as a set of four tubes in an end-opening Gross Weight: 51kg wooden box providing an ALARP (As Low As Reasonably Practical) IM Signature. • Can be initiated using a wide range of detonators. Approved to ISO 9001 I ISO 14001 I OHSAS 18001 I Part of the Chemring Group Issue 1 Feb 2016 Content of this datasheet is subject to modification without prior notice. It does not constitute a Technical Specification. .