Question about the Nr 162 fuzes

[kz11gr]

Hello

A same number for two different fuzes ?
Is it common ?

Thank you

 

[MINENAZ16]

The second represant No 162 ; is an inert practice fuze with the 81mm mortar head adapter. The designation is L67 series.

 

[kz11gr]

The second represant No 162 ; is an inert practice fuze with the 81mm mortar head adapter. The designation is L67 series.

Thank you

 

[NOENKLE]

Hello

A same number for two different fuzes ?
Is it common ?

Thank you

 

[AMMOTECHXT]

The Number 162 was originally used in WW2 mortars. Later the UK developed the 81 mm mortar and I think the 162 was used in that, in an adapter. The L67 plug representing the fuze did away with the need for an adapter.