Continuous Rod Bomb

Item Name Code (INC) 62178

Bombs
Federal Supply Class: FSC 1325
NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 1325
Ammunition and Explosives
Federal Supply Group: FSG 13
NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 13
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INC 62178 Continuous Rod Bomb
INC 62178 Continuous Rod Bomb

An item designed to be dropped from an aircraft to clear a target area by propelling a continuous steel rod outward in a circular path.

Additional Information for Continuous Rod Bomb Additional Information for Continuous Rod Bomb

A Continuous Rod Bomb is a type of bomb that falls under the supply class "Bombs" in the supply group "Ammunition And Explosives."

Continuous Rod Bombs are designed to create a devastating effect by dispersing a large number of metal rods or fragments upon detonation. These rods are typically arranged in a cylindrical or conical shape within the bomb casing. When the bomb explodes, the casing is fragmented, and the rods are propelled outward in a radial pattern, causing widespread damage and injury to personnel and structures within the blast radius.

Continuous Rod Bombs are often used in military operations to target enemy personnel, vehicles, or infrastructure. They are particularly effective against soft targets, such as infantry units or lightly armored vehicles, due to the high number of fragments produced and their ability to cause multiple casualties within a given area.

It is important to note that the use of Continuous Rod Bombs is subject to international humanitarian law and regulations governing the use of explosive weapons in populated areas. These regulations aim to minimize civilian harm and ensure the proportionate and discriminate use of such weapons during armed conflicts.

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NATO Stock Numbers named Continuous Rod Bomb NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 62178 Continuous Rod Bomb Page 1 of 1
004349901
2581350
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
1325-E075
RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9
004890652
DL2581350
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2
1325-E076
RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9