Could a mortar take out a Panzer?

The 0.23-to-0.47-inch (5.8 to 11.9 mm) thick armor generally prevented penetration by small arms fire and shell fragments. However, even a near miss from field artillery or an impact from a mortar HE round could easily disable or destroy the tank: if the fuel tank was ruptured, it could incinerate the tank’s crew.

How do soldiers aim a mortar?

They are fired at targets which are close, as mortars do not have long range. It has a short barrel which fires the mortar bomb at a low speed high into the air to reach its target. They are called an indirect fire weapon because the bomb drops onto the target from above, rather than being aimed straight at it.

How effective are mortars against tanks?

Artillery is effective against tanks. Heavy mortar directly impacting roof of APC will in many cases cave the roof in & cause enough damage to take that APC out & force repairs.

Can you hear incoming mortars?

The whistling sound that is made by incoming artillery shells is only heard when the round goes over your head. The whistle sounds that last two or three seconds, like the ones on old war movies are artillery shells you don’t worry about too much, those shells would land hundreds of feet from you.

What are the rings on a mortar?

An obturating ring or driving band made of a softer material is the typical solution. Mortar bombs also use obturating rings to provide a seal around the projectile. Recoilless rifles and some artillery use rings with a reverse impression of the rifling cut in them for a tighter seal even at very low pressures.

How far can a mortar travel?

What is the range of mortar? Mortars can engage targets at less than 70 meters to 9,000m from the firer’s position. Medium mortars (61-99 mm) can fire at ranges of 100 m to 5500 m, while heavy mortars (100-120 mm+) have a range of some 500 m to 9,000m.

What kind of mortars are used in the military?

The family of mortar systems provides fire support to the maneuver unit commander and is employed in all combat formations. The two mounted variants are the M121 120mm mortar, used on the M1064A3 Mortar Carrier, and the 120mm Recoiling Mortar System, used on the M1129 and M1252 Stryker Mortar Carriers.

What are the different types of threats to mortar survivability?

Section I – Threats to Mortar Survivability 7-1. Threats 7-2. Ground attack 7-3. Air Attack 7-4. Survivability Techniques Section II – Dug-In Positions 7-5. Dismounted Mortars 7-6. FDC Bunkers 7-7. Mounted Mortars 7-8. Mortar Positions in a Strongpoint 7-9. High-Survivability Mortar Position 7-10.

What does the family of mortar systems do?

The family of mortar systems provides fire support to the maneuver unit commander and is employed in all combat formations.

What is the purpose of the M121 mortar?

Mortar Systems. DESCRIPTION. The family of mortar systems provides fire support to the maneuver unit commander and is employed in all combat formations. The two mounted variants are the M121 120mm mortar, used on the M1064A3 Mortar Carrier, and the 120mm Recoiling Mortar System, used on the M1129 and M1252 Stryker Mortar Carriers.