| Accession Number | REL/04840 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Munition |
| Physical description | Metal, Paint |
| Maker |
Defence Science Technology Organisation Defense Technology Corporation of America |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | c 1980 |
| Conflict |
Period 1970-1979 Period 1980-1989 |
Cluster Bomb Karinga
Description
The cluster bomb is made of heavy gauge screwed metal. It is green overall with yellow checkering on the body. It has four fixed base fins and one netting parachute held in place by four metal fillets which close flush with body.
History / Summary
The Karinga was an experimental cluster bomb developed by the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) in the 1970/80s for employment by F111 strike aircraft.