Broach

Bombs

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Basic Information

Name

Broach

Designation

Broach

Alternate Designation

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Equipment Type

Bombs

Manufacturer

BAE Systems, Thales

Date of Introduction

2003

Description

The BROACH is a multi-stage warhead developed by BAe Systems consisting of a penetrating shaped charge in front of conventional follow through bomb. This design provides blast/fragmentation effect as well as penetration of hardened targets such as bunkers and buried fortifications. The BROACH has been selected for integration on British Storm Shadow and US Navy's JSOW-C missiles.

Overview (Deagel)

Group Bombs

Status Active

Origin United Kingdom

Contractors BAE Systems, Thales

Initial Operational Capability (IOC) 2003

Total Production 10,080

Details

Country of Origin United Kingdom

Sources

deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a000973

Classification

Domain

Ground

Equipment Status

Active

Operators (2)

United States

United Kingdom

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