The M203 grenade launcher is intended to be used as close fire support against point and area targets. The round is designed to be effective at breaking through windows and exploding inside, blowing up doors, producing multiple casualties, destroying bunkers or emplacements, and damaging or disabling soft-skinned vehicles .

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Mar 9, 2023 · Intended to enhance the offensive capabilities of U.S. troops, the M203 grenade launcher attracted the attention of everyone from the Soviet Union to Hollywood. In today’s article, Will Dabbs takes a look at the 40mm launcher.

Feb 22, 2019 · One of the most powerful weapons available to U.S. Army and Marine Corps infantry is a grenade launcher designed to fit underneath the M16 rifle. The M203 grenade launcher gave soldiers...

Jul 7, 2011 · The base M203 is a lightweight, compact, breech loading, pump action, single shot launcher. The launcher consists of a hand guard and sight assembly with an adjustable metallic folding,...

Aug 24, 2024 · With a barrel length of 12 inches, the M203 provides infantry units with a compact yet powerful tool for launching a variety of grenades. This includes high-explosive, smoke, and illumination...

The M203A2 Grenade Launcher is a breech-loading, pump-action, single-shot, manually operated weapon that enables Soldiers and small units to engage targets with accurate, lethal, grenade fire.

May 1, 2022 · The M203 is a well-known single-shot 40mm under-barrel grenade launcher designed to attach to the rifle. It has become the first weapon of this type to achieve operational service inside the US military.

Jan 16, 2013 · The M203A2 grenade launcher provides a mounting system compatible with the M16A4 rifle and M4 carbine.

Apr 28, 2022 · The M203 grenade launcher has been used by the US military for decades. Learn more about its service history and the plans to replace it.