ARSENAL JSCo, BULGARIA
MSGL-L
The 40х46mm ARSENAL Multi-Shot Grenade Launcher MSGL-L has revolver-type launchers with 6-round drums; chamber loading; a chromium-plated barrel bore; a telescopic buttstock; and MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rails at the 3, 9 and 6 o’clock positions. The launcher uses 40x46mm low-velocity rounds with lengths not more than 140m.
arsenal-bg.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Multi-Shot
Weight: 6.0kg
Length (overall): 727mm (combat position) / 551mm (traveling position)
Length (barrel): 170mm
Maximum Range: Up to 400m
Effective Range:
–at area targets: Up to 350m
–at point targets: Up to 150m
Rate of Fire: Not less than 12 RPM
Muzzle Velocity: 76mps
MSRP (USD): Provided on request
ARSENAL JSCo, BULGARIA
UBGL-M8
The 40x46mm ARSENAL Underbarrel Grenade Launcher UBGL-M8 has an add-on launcher; flat or curved trajectory fire; chamber loading; and uses low-velocity grenades in 40x46mm caliber with lengths up to 170mm. The UBGL-M8 has MIL-STD-1913 Picatinny rail availability that provides attachment of a mechanical or collimator sight as well as a three-dot sight system with one luminous dot on the front sight and two dots on the rear sight.
arsenal-bg.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Add-on
Weight: 1.463kg
Length (overall): 376mm
Length (barrel): 250mm
Maximum range: Up to 400m
Effective range:
–at area targets: Up to 350m
–at point targets: Up to 150m
Rate of Fire: Not less than 5 RPM
Muzzle Velocity: 76mps
MSRP (USD): Provided on request
GENERAL DYNAMICS ORDNANCE AND TACTICAL SYSTEMS
MK47 Advanced Grenade Launcher
General Dynamics-OTS is the system integrator of the MK47 Advanced Grenade Launcher with Lightweight Video Sight II (LVS II). Integrating the latest sensing, targeting and computer programming, the MK47 with LVS II weapon system provides the warfighter with the most sophisticated fire control and a decisive technological advantage over adversaries.
gd-ots.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Stand-alone
Weight: 39.6lb
Length (overall): 37in
Length (barrel): 24.02in
Maximum Range: 2,000m
Effective Range: 1,500m (iron sights); 2,000m (fire control)
Minimum Safe Range: 40m
Rate of Fire: 275 RPM
Muzzle Velocity: 790fps
MSRP (USD): N/A
LMT DEFENSE
LMT Shorty 40
The Shorty 40 is an M203 40mm, rail-mounted grenade launcher receiver. The Shorty 40 is designed to be used on any Picatinny rail or as a stand-alone weapon system. It is machined from aerospace aluminum and utilizes a 7-inch 40mm 1:48-inch RH twist barrel. ATF approval is required before purchase.
lmtdefense.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Attachment
Weight: 2.9lb
Length (overall): 12.5in
Length (barrel): 7in
Maximum Range: 437yds / 400m
Effective Range: 382yds / 350m
Minimum Safe Range: 143yds / 130m
Rate of Fire: Single-shot
Muzzle Velocity: 250fps / 76mps
MSRP (USD): $1,999
LMT DEFENSE
LMT Standalone Shorty 40
The Standalone Shorty 40 is an M203 40mm grenade launcher. The launcher is designed as a stand-alone weapon system, featuring a pistol grip and LMT Shorty SOPMOD adjustable stock, mounted to an included LMT frame. It is machined from aerospace aluminum, utilizing a 7-inch 40mm 1:48-inch RH twist barrel. ATF approval is required before purchase.
lmtdefense.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Stand-alone
Weight: 3.6lb
Length (overall): 17.25in
Length (barrel): 7in
Maximum Range: 437yds / 400m
Effective Range: 382yds / 350m
Minimum Safe Range: 143yds / 130m
Rate of Fire: Single-shot
Muzzle Velocity: 250fps / 76mps
MSRP (USD): $2,799
MILKOR USA INC.
M32A1 Multi-Shot Grenade Launcher
The M32A1 is the USMC/SOCOM 40mm Multi-Shot Grenade Launcher of choice. The M321A1 is a hand-held, gas plug operating, semi-automatic, revolving action, 40mm Multi-Shot Grenade Launcher (MSGL). The M32A1 has been tested to the rigorous MIL-SPEC/MIL-STD required by the USMC. The weapon earned a Weapon Explosive Safety Evaluation Review Board (WESERB) certification and is currently the only MSGL in the U.S. DOD with this certification. Through the IDIQ, the M32A1 officially became a “weapon of record” for the USMC and U.S. DOD. Less lethal options are available.
milkorusa.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Stand-alone, 6-shot
Weight: 13.8lb–15.8lb / 6.26kg–7.16kg
Length (overall): 25.5in–29.1in / 648mm–739mm
Length (barrel): 8in / 203mm
Maximum Range: 450 LV / 850 MV
Effective Range: 400 LV / 800 MV
Minimum Safe Range: Ammo-dependent, usually 100m
Rate of Fire: 44 RPM
Muzzle Velocity: 75mps / 124mps
MSRP (USD): $7,200
MILKOR USA INC.
SSGL variants
The SSGL was specifically designed for use with low-velocity, medium-velocity and extended-range rocket-assisted 40mm munitions in mind. The SSGL gives you the same robust strength as its bigger brother the M32A1, in a much smaller and lighter stand-alone package.
milkorusa.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Stand-alone, single-shot
Weight: 5–7lb / 2.2kg–3.2kg
Length (overall): 19in–23in / 482mm–584mm
Length (barrel): 8in / 203mm
Maximum Range: 450 LV / 850 MV
Effective Range: 400 LV / 800 MV
Minimum Safe Range: Ammo-dependent, usually 100m
Rate of Fire: 18 RPM
Muzzle Velocity: 75mps / 124mps
MSRP (USD): TBD
RM Equipment, Inc.
M203PI 40mm Universal Grenade Launcher System
The M203PI 40mm Universal Grenade Launcher System is a single launcher module, functional in three configurations: pistol grip with M203grip QD handle (NSN: 1010-01-579-0712); rifle/carbine-mounted (shown) (NSN: 1010-01-393-0656); and stand-alone with shoulder stock (not shown). The launcher has an integrated sight that attaches/removes without tools. The M203grip attaches/removes without tools.
rm-equipment.com / 40mm.com / M203grip.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: TSA4, only by RM
Weight: 2.5lb
Length (overall): 12in
Length (barrel): 9in
Maximum Range: Variable by ammo design
Minimum Safe Range: Variable by ammo design
Rate of Fire: Variable by operator selection
Muzzle Velocity: 249fps
MSRP (USD): Provided on request–Government sales only
ST ENGINEERING LAND SYSTEMS
STK 40GL Mk1
The 40mm Grenade Launcher Mk1 (40GL Mk1) is a single-shot grenade launcher developed by ST Engineering, designed to fire the standard 40x46mm low-velocity grenades. The 40GL Mk1 is lightweight, compact and ambidextrous, an asset for warfighters in today’s dynamic operating environment. It is available in the stand-alone or underbarrel configuration.
stengg.com
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Available in both variations
Weight: Approximately 1.25kg (Underbarrel); 2.42kg (Stand-alone); 0.25kg (Ladder sight)
Length (overall): Approximately 400x 60x190mm (Stand-alone); 310x60x90mm (Underbarrel)
Length (barrel): Approximately 216mm (8.5in)
Maximum Range: Up to 150/400m (Point/area)
Effective Range: N/A
Minimum Safe Range: 14m–28m
Rate of Fire: Single-fire
Muzzle Velocity: 76 m/s (Low-velocity grenade)
MSRP (USD): N/A
U.S. ORDNANCE
Mk19 Mod 3 Automatic Grenade Launcher
The U.S. Ordnance Mk19 Mod 3 Automatic Grenade Launcher is an air-cooled, blow-back-operated, automatic fire, belt-fed weapon. It fires from an open bolt and fires the M430A1 High Explosive Dual Purpose (HEDP) 40mm grenades, at a cyclic rate of 325 to 375 rounds per minute.
usord.com
Model: Mk19 Mod 3
Stand-Alone or Attachment: Stand-alone
Weight: 77.6lb (35kg)
Length (overall): 43.1in (1,095mm)
Length (barrel): 21in (including flash hider)
Maximum Range: 2,212m (2,419yds)
Effective Range: 2,000m (2,187yds)–area targets; 1,500m (1,640yds)–point targets
Minimum Safe Range: 310m in training, 75m in combat
Rate of Fire: 325–375 RPM
Muzzle Velocity: 241mps (790fps)
MSRP (USD): Pricing on request (Military and LE sales only)
| This article first appeared in Small Arms Review V24N9 (November 2020) |
