| Launcher, Grenade, 40mm, |
|---|
(dismounted) |
| Type | Grenade launcher |
| Place of origin |  United States |
| Service history |
| In service | 1969–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Wars | Vietnam War-present |
| Production history |
| Designer | AAI |
| Designed | 1967–68 |
| Manufacturer | Colt Defense
Diemaco
Airtronic USA
RM Equipment |
| Unit cost | US$1082 |
| Variants | See Variants |
| Specifications |
| Weight | 3 lb (1.36 kg) (unloaded) |
| Length | 15 in (380mm) |
| Barrel length | 12 in (305mm) |
|
| Cartridge | 40x46mm SR |
| Action | Single shot |
| Rate of fire | 5 to 7 round/min |
| Muzzle velocity | 250 ft/s (76 m/s) |
| Effective range | 160 yd (150 m) |
| Maximum range | 1,312 ft (400 m) |
| Sights | Quadrant sight or ladder sight on rifle |
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