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  1. Wikipedia
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    M224 mortar - Wikipedia

    • The M224 60 mm Lightweight Company Mortar System (LWCMS) is a smoothbore, muzzle-loading, high-angle-of-fire mortar used for close-in support of ground troops. It was deployed extensively in the War in Afghanistan by the United States military. See more

    Description

    The M224 system is composed of these parts:
    • M225 Cannon: 14.4 lb (6.5 kg)
    • M170 Bipod: 15.2 lb (6.9 kg)… See more

    History

    The M224 LWCMS (Lightweight Company Mortar System) replaced the older (WWII-era) 60 mm M2 mortar and the inaccurate M19 Mortar and began fielding as prototypes in the mid-1970s during the Vietnam W… See more

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    TypeMortar
    Place of originUnited States
    In service1978–present
    Used byUnited States · Iraq · Ukraine
    Ammunition

    The M224 Mortar can fire the following principal classifications of training and service ammunition:
    • High explosive (HE): Designations M888, M720, and M720A1. Used against personnel … See more

    Gallery

    • Army mortarman in Afghanistan, 2004. Conventional mode.
    • Marine mortarman in Afghanistan, 2010. Handheld mode.
    • Handheld configuration in Afghanistan, 2010. … See more

    See also

    • General articles:
    • Similar weapons:
    • Listings: See more

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  1. Wikipedia
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    Bore diameter: 60mm. Maximum Range: 2.17 miles. Max Rate of fire: 30 rpm. The M224 60mm Lightweight mortar is a smooth bore, muzzle loading, high-angle-of-fire weapon.

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    The M224 60mm Mortar – Every Light Infantryman’s …

    Sep 1, 2021 · The M224 60mm lightweight mortar is a man-portable, smoothbore, muzzle-loading, high-angle-of-fire weapon used for close-in support of ground troops, airborne and special operations...

  5. Gary's Place
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    60mm Mortar Ammunition And Fuzes - inetres.com

    Aug 15, 2004 · The 60MM Mortar High Explosive/Point Detonating (HE/PD) cartridges are designed for use with the M224 Lightweight Company Mortar System (LWCMS) in all light infantry battalions including Airborne, Air Assault …

  6. Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M19_Mortar

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  7. Military.com
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    Pentagon Approves More Potent 60mm Mortar Round

    Oct 27, 2016 · The M1061 60mm Mortar cartridge is a new warhead with enhanced lethality and insensitive munitions characteristics. It was developed by Orbital ATK and Saab Bofors Dynamics and tested by the U.S. Army.

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    M224 60mm Light Mortar - inetres.com

    Aug 15, 2004 · The M224 60mm mortar is a muzzle-loaded, smooth-bore, high-angle-of-fire weapon. The mortar can be fired in the conventional mode or handheld mode. It can be drop-fired or trigger-fired.

  9. Military Factory
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    M224, 60mm Mortar 60mm Lightweight Mortar

    Aug 15, 2021 · The M224 is the current portable mortar system in service with the United States Army and Marine Corps. The system provides a high-angle attack weapon that can be used in close proximity to friendly troops.

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