This inert 3"/70 Cal Mark 34 Mod 2 High Explosive Round with the Mark 72 Mod 2 Variable Time Fuze and Mark 10 Mod 0 Steel Case offers an extraordinary look at the U.S. Navy's artillery advancements. Perfect for display, it serves as a tangible reminder of the naval technologies that played a crucial role in mid-20th-century defense strategies.
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3"/70cal Mark 34 Mod 2 High Explosive Round with Mark 72 Mod 2 VT Fuze.
Add a powerful piece of naval artillery history to your collection with this inert 3"/70 Cal Mark 34 Mod 2 High Explosive Round, featuring the Mark 72 Mod 2 Variable Time (VT) Fuze and housed in the Mark 10 Mod 0 Steel Case. This round exemplifies the technological advancements of Cold War-era naval weaponry, specifically designed to enhance the U.S. Navy's anti-aircraft and anti-missile defense capabilities. The Mark 34 Mod 2 and the VT fuze allowed the Navy to achieve greater accuracy in engaging high-speed airborne threats, solidifying its role in naval defense systems.
Key Features:
Engineered for Precision Defense: The 3"/70cal Mark 34 Mod 2 High Explosive Round with Mark 72 Mod 2 VT Fuze, was crafted to improve the Navy's effectiveness against fast-moving aerial targets. The VT fuze allowed for detonation based on proximity, significantly enhancing the likelihood of successful target engagement.
Historical Importance: Developed as part of the Navy's 3"/70 caliber system, this round was instrumental in addressing limitations found in earlier artillery systems. The VT fuze technology was a breakthrough, allowing for timed detonation near targets, a critical factor in improving hit rates against evasive enemy aircraft.
Collector's Appeal and Safety: Fully inert, this round is safe for display while preserving the historical authenticity of mid-century U.S. naval armament. The original Mark 10 Mod 0 steel case complements the round, making it a complete and collectible item for military enthusiasts and historians.
Product Details:
Condition: Good, inert, and safe for display purposes
Includes: Mark 34 Mod 2 high explosive round with Mark 72 Mod 2 VT fuze and Mark 10 Mod 0 steel case
Collector's Value: Ideal for collectors, military historians, and anyone interested in Cold War naval defense technologies and innovations
