NPFC - MIL-S-7804
SHACKLE, BOMB, MARK 8 MOD 2 MARK 8 MOD 3 MARK 8 MOD 4
| Organization: | NPFC |
| Publication Date: | 19 November 1951 |
| Status: | active |
| Page Count: | 8 |
scope:
- This specification covers the manufacture, inspection, and testing of one type of bomb shackle, designated Bomb Shackle, Mark 8, Mod 2, Mod 3, or Mod 4 for use in suspending and releasing bombs, depth charges, etc., from various types of aircraft.
- The model designation of the Mark 8 shackle is determined by the steel used for manufacture of the bomb suspension hooks. All other shackle components are identical. The materials specified for hooks, and the model designation assigned for each material is listed below:
Model Type Steel Used For Hooks Applicable Steel Specifications 2 AISI 4340 MIL-S-5000 3 AISI 4140 MIL-S-5626 4 HI-TUF MIL-S-7108
Additional information on hook details is contained in the Aero 1 Type Bomb Shackle Hook Specification MIL-H-6811. (See paragraphs 2.1.1 and 2.1.3.)
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