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 …

Aug 19, 2004 · The M29A1 81mm mortar is a smooth-bore, muzzle-loaded, high angle-of-fire weapon. It consists of a cannon assembly, bipod assembly, and baseplate. The M29A1 …

Feb 1, 2017 · As the NVA attacked the landing zone, Alpha Company crews in Fire Support Base Ripcord, equipped with M29A1 81mm mortars, fired several hundred rounds, about a third of …

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...

In 1964, the US Army and Marine Corps replaced the M29 with the M29A1. The M29A1 features an improved chrome barrel that increases the rate of fire, is more resistant to battlefield wear …

The M29A1 and M259 81-mm mortars are crew-served medium mortars capable of hitting targets at a greater range than the M224 60-mm mortar. Two models have been in use by Rangers. …

The M29A1 has a shorter maximum range at 4,600 meters whereas the M252’s maximum range is listed at 5,800 meters. The M252 also carries a sustained rate of fire at 15 rounds per …

The 81-mm mortar, M29A1, delivers timely, accurate fires to meet the requirements of supported troops. This chapter discusses personnel duties, mechanical training, and the characteristics …

Operator's manual for mortar, 81-mm, M29A1, (1015-00-999-7794).

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 …