Model, MK-84 Guided Weapon

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Unknown

Summary

This is a model of unknown scale of a U.S. Air Force MK-84 guided bomb. Carrying a conventional explosive warhead, this was one of the MK-80 series of low drag general purpose bombs used where maximum blast and explosive effects were desired. The United States used the MK-80 series extensively during the Gulf War. The model's manufacturer is unknown.

John and Cynthia Heyde donated it to the museum.

Credit Line

Gift of John H. and Cynthia S. Heyde

Inventory Number

A19981607000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Wood

Plastic

Paint

Adhesive

Dimensions

Overall: 25.4 x 8.89cm (10in. x 3 1/2in.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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National Air and Space Museum Collection

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9761d4835-eaf3-476a-a691-5a94f302c7f9

Record ID

nasm_A19981607000