M17
57 mm illuminating rocket M17
A 57 mm electrically ignited illuminating rocket made up of a parachute and flare section, a time delay unit and a rocket motor, fired from 57 mm straight and helical rocket launchers to illuminate the field during combat operations and for surveillance and identification of vessels during coastal patrol.
Also written: 57
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Specification
| Calibre | 57 mm |
|---|---|
| Mass | 3.9 kg |
| Length | 1064 mm |
| Muzzle velocity | 450 m/s |
| Propellant mass | 0.97 kg |
| Rocket engine operation time | 1.5 s |
| Functioning time of delay element | 25 ± 2 s |
| Luminous intensity | 300000 cd |
| Burning time of flare | min 70 s |
| Max range | 5500 ± 500 m |
| Ignition | electrical |
| Operating temperature | 0 ÷ +50 °C |
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