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Bill Maloney
1/8/2014

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10 M65 Atomic Cannon 280mm Nuclear Projectile

10 M65 Atomic Cannon W19 280mm Nuclear Projectile

M65 280mm Nuclear Projectile Specifications:

Length: 54 inches
Diameter: 11 inches (280mm)
Weight: 600lbs
Warhead: Gun type
Nuclear Yeild: Selectable from 15 to 20 kilotons
Range: 20 miles
Lethality:
Armament:
 M65 380mm Atomic Cannon 
Entered Service: 1953
Unit Cost: $