Hirtenberger M6C-210

Hirtenberger M6C-210 Commando
Type Light mortar
Place of origin Austria
Service history
Used by  Austria
 Italy
  Switzerland
 Greece
 Bulgaria
 Georgia[1]
 Japan
Wars Afghanistan War
Specifications
Weight 5.1 kg (11 lb)[2]
Barrel length 81.5 cm (2 ft 8 in)[2]
Calibre 60 mm (2.4 in)[2]
Rate of fire 15 per minute[2]
Effective firing range 1,600 m (1,700 yd)[2]

The Hirtenberger M6C-210 is a light mortar with smoothbore barrel designed by Hirtenberger Defense Systems of Austria.

This mortar is equipped with two aiming devices and is characterized by high mobility, which should meet the needs of fire during rapid deployment, forward troops or small units such as those engaged in special operations. All common types of mortar bombs calibre 60mm can be fired from this mortar.

Lacking the support legs found on mortar intended for use from fixed emplacements, the M6C-series mortars are operated by resting the base plate on the ground while a soldier supports the tube near the muzzle. A single soldier can operate this mortar with little special training, making it a squad-level infantry weapon, trading accuracy for portability.

The 60mm mortar has a reach over 2000 meters (depending on shell weight and propellant charge).

See also

References

  1. ↑ http://www.geo-army.ge/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=9&Itemid=9&lang=en
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 "Mortaio da 60MM Tipo "COMMANDO" Hirtenberger Mod. M6C-210". Esercito Italiano. Retrieved 2010-08-13.


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