Field manual fm 2327 mk 19 40mm grenade machine gun. The mk47 weapon system provides the warfighter with a decisive technological advantage over enemy forces equipped with older crewserved weapons. Mk47 grenade launcher us special operations weapons. Tm 11585521410 operators manual for night vision sight. A product improvement program was initiated in the late 1970s resulting. Navy with an effective riverine patrol weapon in vietnam. Urban armory north americas premier firearms broker. What is a special feature of the barrel of the mk19. This manual highlights mechanical training, weapon capabilities, and gunnery principles, methods, techniques, and standards that apply to. Mk 19, 40mm grenade machine gun, mod 3 combat index, llc. Since live resin has released their excellent 40mm mk 47 grenade launcher i am attempting to add cables for the lvs and associated elevationazimuth sensors.
The first model mod 0 in 1966 was determined to be unreliable and unsafe, but a total of 6 mod 1 launchers were successfully tested on u. Photo 8 a qlz87 grenade launcher in heavy configuration captured from splmn forces in south kordofan. Entered army service 1983 description and specifications the mk19 grenade launcher is a selfpowered, aircooled, beltfed, blowback. Although not strictly an agl, the mk 18 mod 0 was one of the earliest rapidfire grenade launcher systems to enter service.
B3m0503xqdm heavy machine guns 2 basic officer course heavy machine guns introduction the following lesson will cover the description, general characteristics, and operation of the mk19 mod3 40mm grenade launcher and the browning m2a1. Jun 05, 2008 this manual covers operation of mk 16 mod 0 scarl, mk 17 mod 0 scarh, and mk mod 0 enhanced grenade launcher module eglm. Operation and function mk 19 40mm grenade machine gun. Us sof use this devastating weapon mounted on vehicles, boats or on a tripod.
The machine gun, grenade, 40mm, mk19 mod3 is a selfpowered, aircooled, beltfed, blowback operated weapon, the mk19 is designed to deliver accurate, intense, and decisive firepower against enemy personnel and lightly armored vehicles. Practice by answering the questions in the topic mk19 40 mm grenade. The 3d model based on a real rocket launcher, created according to original dimensions. This is the only full auto mark 19 grenade launchers in civilian hands. Mk 19 and russian ags17 grenade launchers, the chinese qlz87 features a size and weight. Army mk 19 grenade launcher gunner and loader mcfarlanes military redeployed series 2 deluxe boxed set. Summary of change da pam 38563 range safety this new pamphlet implements the requirements of ar 38563 and other directives. The mk 19 mod 3 grenade machine gun, also referred to as an automatic grenade launcher, is a 40x53mm selfpowered, aircooled, beltfed using disintegrating metallic links, blowback operated, crew. Mk 19 amerykanski, automatyczny granatmik kalibru 40 mm. The mk19 is a 40mm, fully automatic, blowback operated, air cooled machine gun. The mk 19 grenade launcher also known as the mark 19 is an american 40 mm beltfed automatic grenade launcher that entered u. Unless otherwise noted, the contractor is general dynamics armaments and technical products gd atp in burlington, vt. The mk 19 was first used in anger during the vietnam war.
It was developed as a weapon for riverline patrol craft during the vietnam war by the us navys naval ordnance station in louisville, as a successor to the interesting but limited crankoperated mk 18 40x46mm automatic grenade. The mk47 is an advanced 40mm grenade launcher in use with us special operations forces sof. Mk 19 grenade launcher internet movie firearms database. The mk 19 is an automatic grenade launcher that fires 40mm high explosive dual purpose hedp rounds. Knowing what is in this manual and how to use it will save you time and work and will help you to avoid exposing yourself to. Because of commonality in nomenclature, operation, and procedures, scarl and scarh are covered at the same time in chapter 1, chapter 2, chapter 3, chapter 4, and chapter 5 in first portion of manual.
The mk 19 grenade launcher is an american beltfed, api blowbackoperated open bolt 40mm automatic grenade launcher. Maintenance procedures mk 19 machine gun 40mm mk 19. Mk 19 mod 3 automatic grenade launcher 58 characteristics 59 ammunition 60 nomenclature 63. Charge the mk 19 in the normal manner and check to see the primary pawls have clicked up behind the cartridge in front of the bolt face and that the secondary pawls have. Integrating the latest sensing, targeting and computer programming technology, the mk47 is a reliable, portable 40mm grenade launcher suited for light infantry vehicles and tripod applications. Machine gun 40mm mk19 login to download, request hard copy, or add this manual to your unit library. The mk 19 grenade launcher is an american 40 mm beltfed automatic grenade launcher that was first developed during the vietnam war. The mk19 is designed for a tripod or vehicle mount and operation. Chambered for the lowvelocity 40 x 46sr mm cartridge, the mk 18 was developed by the honeywell. Intended users include leaders and designated grenadiers, who will use this information to successfully integrate the m203 into their combat operations.
The mk19 also known as mk19, m19, mark 19, or mk 19 is a beltfed grenade machine gun. The first version was a handcranked, multiple grenade launcher. The purpose of this manual is to provide mk 19 gunnery principles, methods, and techniques, and to provide standards and tests to measure individual, crew, and platoon mk 19 gunnery skills. The safest, easiest, and best way to operate the m203 40mm grenade launcher is to use this manual. Military mk193 grenade machine gun, mk19 grenade launcher. Mk193 40mm grenade machine gun mission of the mk19 grenade machine gun deter and, if necessary, repel adversaries by enabling individuals and small units to engage targets with accurate, lethal indirect fire. This manual provides technical information on and training and combat techniques for the m203. This manual discusses how to train the unit to use the mk 19, 40mm grenade machine gun, model mod 3, referred to in this manual as the mk 19. Authored by erik lawrence, former special forces instructor and owner of one of the most realistic and experienced training companies in the us. General dynamics mk 47 striker agl mk 47 mod 0 40mm. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The first model mod 0 in 1966 was determined to be unreliable and unsafe, but a total of six mod 1 launchers were successfully tested on u.
Army mk19 grenade launcher gunner and loader mcfarlanes. The original mk 19 appeared in 1968 and has seen considerable wartime service since including operations in the vietnam war 19551975, the gulf war 1991 and the lebanon war 2006 as well as the american involvement in afghanistan 2001present and iraq 20032011. Learning to use this tm is as easy as reading through this section. High friction areas the under side of the primary drive lever 3, the vertical cam assembly 4, the bolt 8, the area where the feed slide 20 and feed slide tray 19 touch have been treated to prolong the life of the mk 19 should be handled carefully during cleaning and handling. Technical manuals tm army machine gun 40mm mk19 mod. Could government arsenals build americas small arms.
Mk19 pmi mk19 mk19 overview overview safety firing techniques references mk19 features the mk19 was originally developed to provide the u. Lethal grenades, as well as the newly developed medium velocity grenades. Manual fm 2327 mk 19 40mm grenade machine gun mod 3 by department of the army decreasing structuralism, although the semiofficial organ made otherwise. A paratrooper, left, assigned to the 3rd brigade combat team, 82nd airborne division goes through the function check and clearing procedures for the mk19 grenade launcher during testing of the expert 1106ack226012. This manual discusses gunnery training and trainthetrainer and includes an appendix on the 40mm grenade launcher, m79. The mk19 grenade machine gun can defend against hovering rotarywing aircraft, destroy lightly armored vehicles, fire on suspected enemy positions, and provide highvolume fire into an engagement. Gunnery in this manual is unique to the mk 19, 40mm grenade machine gun, mod 3. It covers the minimum range safety standards and procedures for the design. Mk 19 grenade launcher us special operations weapons. Mk 19, 40mm grenade machine gun, mod 3 combat index. M203 grenade launcher, its components, and its ammunition. In 1962, the us navy introduced the first rapid fire grenade launcher using the 40x46mm ammunition the us army had developed in the 1950s as part of the. Pdf or final protective line fpl, paper, pencil, and lensatic compass, determine azimuths to record on the range card. Tacomardec has since suggested modifications to this system which has enabled the army to deploy the mk19 in the harsh environments encountered during worldwide operations and has therefore enhanced its performance.
The most current, up to date, full color manual anywhere on the m203 grenade launcher system. I have seen many good photos from the web,the general dynamics website, frenchy, etc, but i have not figured out what end goes where yet. The mk 19 grenade launcher is a beltfed automatic 40 mm grenade launcher or grenade machine gun that entered u. Mk19 40mm machine gun, mod 3 the mk19 mod3 40mm grenade machine gun was first developed by the navy in the early 1960s.
M203 grenade launcher operators manual pdf back to top mk19 grenade launcher. It is planned to eventually replace the mk19 grenade launcher with the new mk47. The turkish mkek made t40 grenade launcher is based on the m203. It is available in a 9inch and a 12inch barrel version. Interestingly, the chinese military also obtained samples of russian ags17 30 x 29b mm grenade launchers captured by the mujahideen during the soviet war in afghanistan. Launcher, grenade m203 40mm, even though they are actually 37mm devices. The mk47 features an integrated computer assisted fire. Yan the chinese qlz87 automatic grenade launcher 9 introduction. Feb 04, 2019 the mk 47 striker stands as the successor to the mk 19 40mm automatic grenade launcher agl of american origin. Online army study guide mk19 40 mm grenade machine gun. M32a1 multishot grenade launcher is the highest quality, safest, and most high performing 40mm msgl on the market domestically and internationally. The mk 47 striker stands as the successor to the mk 19 40mm automatic grenade launcher agl of american origin. The mk19 mod3 40mm grenade machine gun was first developed by the. This manual highlights mechanical training, weapon capabilities, and gunnery principles, methods.
The mk 19 had its genesis during the vietnam war and was actually first used by the united states navy on their gunboats to enhance their firepower and defenses. Mk 19 pmi mk 19 mk 19 overview overview safety firing techniques references mk 19 features the mk19 was originally developed to provide the u. Mk 19 grenade launcher wikipedia republished wiki 2. In 1962, the us navy introduced the first rapid fire grenade launcher using the 40x46mm ammunition the us army had developed in. M79 grenade launcher m203 grenade launcher mk19 grenade launcher ammunition introduction. Download pdf versionthe mk 19 grenade launcher also known as microadobe pdf the mark 19 is an american 40 mm beltfed automatic grenade launcher mexico globalizacion pdf that entered u. Soldiers manual of common tasks smct drill sergeant. The original mk 19 appeared in 1968 and has seen considerable wartime service since including operations in the vietnam war 19551975, the gulf war 1991 and the lebanon war 2006 as well as the american involvement in afghanistan 2001present and iraq. Tony montana, from the motion picture scarface contents. The mk 19 grenade launcher also known as the mark 19 is an american 40 mm beltfed automatic grenade launcher that was first developed during the vietnam war.
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