B61 Bomb
A nuclear bomb for every purpose
Weapon Specifications
Note that the relationship between explosive power and destruction is not linear—a weapon’s destructive effects grow far more slowly than its explosive power.
Explosive Power
From 0.3 to 400 kilotons
Hiroshima Equivalent Factor
From 0.2x to 26.6x each
Dimensions
11 ft., 10 inches x 13.5 inches.
Weight
715 lbs to 825 lbs.
Year(s)
1968—Present
Purpose
A bomb with many configurations and upgrades
Videos
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Further Reading
- Wikipedia
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