Countermeasures | Flare CM 218 Mk3 Type 3
Flare CM 218 Mk3 Type 3
Type:
Spectral
Platform:
Threat:
Leading Particulars
Designation:
Flare Countermeasure
No218 Mk3 Type 3
CCM Internal Code:
58559
NATO Stock Number:
1370-99-997-8224
Specification
IR Missiles
Description:
The flare has a spectrally matched payload and is
intended to be used in aircraft countermeasure
systems to combat advanced third generation
heat-seeking missiles employing spectral
discrimination techniques. An impulse cartridge is
fitted during manufacture of the flare and
provides the means of ejecting the payload. The
flare can be housed in a multiple shot magazine as
fitted to countermeasures dispensing sets such as
AN/ALE 40,45,47 series, M130/M147, MBDA/
Alkan, Terma, MES, Rokar, SAAB and Thales
systems.
Weight:
Ejected weight:
Length:
Cross section:
Operating temperature:
Exposure temperature:
380g
300g
206mm
51.82mm x 24.64mm
-46°C to +76°C
-65°C to +85°C
Ejection velocity:
25 to 40 m/s
Rise time:
<0.2sec
Typical burn time:
3.0 sec
Reaction force:
4.0kN max.
Pulse duration:
10ms max.
NB: All performance data is applicable from –10°C to +70°C,
<24km/hr wind speed, >2km visibility
The Flare Countermeasure No218 Mk3 Type 3 is a
direct fit and form replacement for the US MJU-7
family of flares but offers an advanced function.
As well as offering protection against advanced
threats it also provides improved performance,
reliability and safety by means of the fitted
sequencer initiation device.
Part of the Chemring Group
Chemring Countermeasures Ltd
High Post, Salisbury, SP4 6AS, UK
Tel: + 44 (0) 1722 411 611
Fax: + 44 (0) 1722 428 792
Email: [email protected]
© This document is copyright and is wholly proprietary
owned by Chemring Countermeasures Limited, High Post
Salisbury, Wiltshire, England SP4 6AS
© Copyright Chemring Countermeasures Ltd - August 2013
www.chemringcm.com
Data Sheet—Issue 3
Countermeasures | Flare CM 218 Mk3 Type 3
Shipping Information
When packed to PS18-078:
Part of the Chemring Group
UN serial number:
UK hazard class:
Net explosive content:
Quantity per box:
Net weight:
Gross weight:
Box dimensions:
Proper shipping name:
0093
1.3G
16.8kg
60
22.8kg
28.3kg
403 x 343 x 275mm
Flares, Aerial
Chemring Countermeasures Ltd
High Post, Salisbury, SP4 6AS, UK
Tel: + 44 (0) 1722 411 611
Fax: + 44 (0) 1722 428 792
Email: [email protected]
© This document is copyright and is wholly proprietary owned
by Chemring Countermeasures Limited, High Post Salisbury,
Wiltshire, England SP4 6AS
© Copyright Chemring Countermeasures Ltd - August 2013
www.chemringcm.com
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