L16 A3 Mortar

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:item
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Royal_Ordnance
gptkbp:accessories ammunition resupply needed
gptkbp:caliber 81 mm
gptkbp:combat_role infantry support
gptkbp:country various NATO countries
gptkbp:crew 3 personnel
specialized training required
gptkbp:deployment field artillery units
gptkbp:features lightweight construction
gptkbp:field adaptable to various terrains
gptkbp:fighting_style high in urban warfare
gptkbp:filmography land warfare
gptkbp:fire_department manual adjustment
provides indirect fire support
gptkbp:historical_event used in Cold War era
gptkbp:historical_significance used in NATO operations
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label L16 A3 Mortar
gptkbp:is_tested_for conducted before deployment
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:launched 45 to 85 degrees
gptkbp:length 1.2 m
high explosive
single piece
gptkbp:lens_type ground or vehicle
gptkbp:location forward operating bases
gptkbp:maintenance regular inspections required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Royal_Ordnance
gptkbp:military_technology support infantry operations
gptkbp:modifications upgrades available
gptkbp:notable_battle used in multiple conflicts
gptkbp:operational_range short to medium range
gptkbp:operational_status in service
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkbp:powers significant for its size
gptkbp:range gptkb:military_officer
approximately 5,600 m
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 15 rounds per minute
gptkbp:recoil indirect fire
gptkbp:replaced_by L16 A4 Mortar
gptkbp:safety_features firing pin safety
gptkbp:sights iron sights
gptkbp:supply_chain logistics support required
gptkbp:sustainability requires regular maintenance
gptkbp:training several weeks
required for operation
artillery schools
gptkbp:transportation man-portable
vehicle or carried
high mobility in the field
gptkbp:type smoothbore
gptkbp:used_in various conflicts
gptkbp:weight approximately 20 kg
gptkbp:year_created 1970s