Bomb 51mm Illg belongs to the family of Illg Ammunition used extensively to support night warfare. It provides adequate illumination to support infantry combats,areial photography and army movement.

The bomb is fired from a 51mm Mortar ,smooth bore, muzzle loading weapon. The Ammunition has unique feature of multiple delay system enabling to achieve variable ranges from 350 to 950 metres.4 delays are provided with a time setting 3.5Sec,6Sec,9.5Sec and 11.5 sec .The illuminant supported by parachute is deployed in the air and gives illumination for period of more that 30 Secs .

        
 Variable range can be achieved.
        
 Easily adjustable multiple delay system.
   setting possible in the night also.
        
 No fuze is required
        
 Provided with canvas bag for carring on the
   shoulder
        
 Fit for  air  drop  and  sea  worthy 
   transportation in the packed condition.
        
 Easy identification at night
  

Specifications

CHARACTERISTICS

Mass of the filled bomb                     : 930 +/- 25 gms.

Muzzle velocity (max) charge                : 160 Mtrs/Sec

Range Achieved(with delay Setting)          : 350 Metres to 950 
                                                Metre

General Assembly                            : Steel body, Nose cap,
                                                Tail Unit, Multiple  
                                                delay   unit  System
                                                Illuminant System with 
                                                parachute

Primary Cartg                               : Propellant NGB

Height of Burst                             : 150 Metres

Area of Illimination                        : An area of 200 Metres
                                                 radius

Candle power Illuminant                     : 0.025 Million Candella
                                                & above     

Duration of Illumination                    : More than 30 seconds.

QUALITY

Quality control technique and qulity assurance measures ensure desired performance .Sub-assemblies like tail unitprimary cartg, Illuminant subjected to test/proof before final assembly.Apart from satndard checks and tests, a lot of 1000 Nos.is subjected to functional (dynamic) proof.The Ammn is based on sampling plan with 10% AQL for major defects as listed in the quality assurance documents. Critical defects like premature functioning not permissible.

SAFETY

The Ammn is safe in all respects during handling,operation and transportation.

RELIABILITY

Compatibility group              :"G"

Hazard division                  :1.2

Fire fighting classification     : 2