What is a M228 fuze?
What is a M228 fuze?
The M228 is a pyrotechnic delay igniting fuze used in conjunction with the M69 Grenade body, as a trainer for the M67 Fragmentation Hand Grenade. The safety pin and the safety clip are removed to arm the grenade while holding the lever tight to the grenade body. The M228 emits a small puff of smoke when activated.
How long is the fuse on a grenade?
At first, the grenade was fitted with a seven-second fuze, but during combat in the Battle of France in 1940, this delay proved too long, giving defenders time to escape the explosion or to throw the grenade back, so the delay was reduced to four seconds.
Can civilians purchase flashbangs?
Yes. You may own one. However, flash bangs, although technically non lethal, are considered destructive devices by US law. As such, you would have to pay a 200 dollar tax stamp and go through the process of owning a destructive device for every single grenade.
What is a training grenade?
Training Hand Grenades provide a low cost and realistic option for instructing soldiers in the proper and safe handling of hand grenades. These training grenades use production parts and inert fill to match tactical grenades with the correct weight and balance.
How much does a real grenade cost?
According to the FY2021 US Army Justification, the average cost of a single M67 grenade is around 45 US dollars.
What is a M228 grenade training fuze?
M228 Grenade Training Fuze. The M228 is a pyrotechnic delay igniting fuze used in conjunction with the M69 Grenade body, as a trainer for the M67 Fragmentation Hand Grenade. The fuze is equipped with a steel safety pin and pull ring, and a safety clip. The safety pin and the safety clip are removed to arm the grenade while holding…
M228 Grenade Training Fuze. The M228 is a pyrotechnic delay igniting fuze used in conjunction with the M69 Grenade body, as a trainer for the M67 Fragmentation Hand Grenade. The fuze is equipped with a steel safety pin and pull ring, and a safety clip.
How much is an original M69 grenade worth?
Original US Army Vietnam War M69 Practice hand grenade with Fuze system M228. Not a cheap surplus knock-off for sale in army surplus stores. The real thing. Nice condition/ea. $50.00 WW2 US 2.36-inch Bazooka round. Excellent condition. Great find for display with the M9A1 Bazooka and Bazooka rounds bag. $125.00
What is the fuse type of a USGI grenade?
The shape and dimension of the grenade is the same as the real grenade and it is the exact copy of the USGI grenade. The fuse type is the blue M228. Availabe in Baseball, Pineapple, or Lemon style.Cannot be shipped outside of the United States, FPO or APO addresses or to the state of California in accordance with California Penal Code 12020.)
