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LG3 40MM GRENADE LAUNCHER

Following the successful development of the Type 87 35mm automatic grenade launcher, NORINCO revealed its latest LG3 40mm grenade launcher in 2006. The LG3 is a reoil-operated, fully automatic weapon developed by NORINCO for export market. It is capable of firing the U.S. 40mmX53mm SR series grenades as well as Chinese indigenous 40mm HE or HEAT rounds. The weapon is fed from a 30- or 40-round cartridge case, with a maximum range of 2,380m.

SPECIFICATIONS

Calibre: 40mm
Muzzle velocity: 244m/s
Firing mode: Single, burst
Max range: 2,380m
Weight: 39kg
Elevation: -10~42 degrees
Traverse: 360 degrees
Rate of fire: N/A
Grenade weight: N/A
Ammunition: HE, HEAT

This page was last updated 17 April 06