M29 mortar
The M29 is an American-produced 81 millimeter mortar. It began replacing the M1 mortar in U.S. service in 1952 being lighter and with greater range. It was subsequently replaced by the M252 mortar in 1987. Variants included the M29E1 and M29A1, adopted in 1964. These were produced with a hard chrome-plated bore to prolong barrel life and ease of cleaning.
The maximum rate of fire is 30 rounds for the first minute followed by 4 to 12 rounds per additional minute. The range is 5,140 yards. The weapon was usually serviced by a crew of five. The normal crew consisted of a squad leader, a gunner, an assistant gunner and two ammunition handlers.
Combat use
The M29 mortar has been used by many countries in many wars.
Philippines
The M29 mortar is used by the Philippine army and the Americans as well. the Philippine army or (PA) used M29 mortars against terrorist in Mindanao. they used recently the M29 mortar in the all-out offensive against (BIFF) or Bangsamoro Islamic freedom fighters. the citizens of Mindanao called them the "MON DRAGON". The all-out offensive against the BIFF is launched February 24, 2015 to lessen the forces of the BIFF and in order also to kill Basit Usman. There are 400 units of M29 mortar in the Philippines
References
- "Mortar 81 mm". Olive Drab.
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