Description
The Flare Mk II has a tubular body, which contains the flare-candle unit and its parachute. The body is closed at its nose end by a diaphragm having a bush into which is screwed a nose fuze.
The tail end of the body is closed by a closing dome and has four tail fins. The diaphragm has a flash hole, sealed by a thin metal disc. A powder puff, consisting of a primed fabric bag containing gunpowder and strands of quickmatch, is located in position by washers, and a perforated disc to which it is secured. The candle unit comprises a candle case containing the flare composition and a quantity of priming composition. The nose end of the case is closed by a primed cambric disc and a millboard washer, and the tail end is closed by a lid. A shackle attached to the lid connects the candle unit with the suspension rope of the parachute.
A suspension band with lug is provided for attachment to a Universal bomb carrier.
The 5.5 inch Reconnaissance Flare Mk I is similar to the Flare Mk II, except that the duration of burning is approximately 3.5 minutes, and a Parachute Mk I, which is not as strong, is used instead of a Mk II.
Functioning
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See Also
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Source(s)
OP 1665, British Explosive Ordnance (1946)
