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British Charge, Demolition, No. 3 Mk 1 Hayrick

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Description

The Hayrick charge is a linear cavity charge designed to cut the tension reinforcing bars of reinforced concrete structures. It consists of a mild steel body containing the HE filling, with a blast plate fitted internally to provide the cavity charge effect.

About 15 lb. of Pentolite make up the HE filler.

Functioning

No information about functioning.

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Source(s)

OP 1665, British Explosive Ordnance (1946)