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BOMB, GENERAL PURPOSE, 250 LB, AN-M57 AND AN-M57A1 |
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| This bomb is of cylindrical construction and may be charged with 50-50 Amatol, TNT, or Tritonal. The bomb is painted Olive Drab with black markings. Yellow bands around the nose and tail are used to distinguish which explosive is loaded in the bomb. One band for TNT and Amatol, and three bands for Tritonal. This bomb may be fitted with box, conical, or parachute retarding tail assemblies that affect the overall length. Only the length of the main body is given here. |
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| Munitions Tech Data Sheet: |
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| AN-M57&AN-M57A1,GP,250lbs.pdf |
