| MK-82 | |
|---|---|
| Primary Function: | 500-pound free-fall, general purpose bomb - blast and fragmentation |
| Length: | 2.21 meters |
| Diameter: | 10.75 inches |
| Range: | Varies by method of employment |
The Mk82 series was developed in the 1950s, in response to the US Air Force's want of a more aerodynamic bomb. In that way, it is known as an LDGB (Low Drag General Purpose Bomb). It was used to great effect mainly in the Persian Gulf War.