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Figure 2-33. Parts of a grenade.<br />

FRAGMENTATION GRENADES<br />

Fragmentation grenades are the most common type of grenade<br />

and may be used as offensive or defensive weapons. See Figure<br />

2-34. They have metal or plastic bodies that hold an explosive<br />

filler. These grenades produce casualties by high-velocity projection<br />

of fragments when they blow up. The fragmentation comes<br />

from the metal body or a metal fragmentation sleeve that can be<br />

internal or attached to the outside of the grenade. These grenades<br />

use a burning delay fuze that functions 3 to 5 seconds after the<br />

safety lever is released.<br />

Figure 2-34. Fragmentation grenades.<br />

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