Sabot for fin-stabilized ammunition
US6805058B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2003 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF42B14/061
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a sabot for fin-stabilized ammunition composed of segments assembled around a sub-calibrated penetrator. The sabot is characterized in that it includes at least three longitudinal bars of a substantially constant width, each having indentations co-operating with an external profile of the penetrator to allow it to be driven, as well as a calibrated thrust plate integral with the bars.Application to projectile firings.
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