M61 HEAT

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:rocket
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:M24_A1
gptkbp:caliber 105 mm
gptkbp:can_be gptkb:TNT
gptkb:HEAT
gptkbp:combat_role anti-armor
gptkbp:controls gptkb:M72_LAW
gptkbp:deployment infantry units
gptkbp:designed_by gptkb:General_Dynamics
gptkbp:developer 1950s to 1960s
gptkbp:diameter 105 mm
gptkbp:enemy gptkb:High_Explosive_Anti-Tank_(HEAT)
2.5 kg
gptkbp:features lightweight and portable
gptkbp:feedback positive reviews
gptkbp:fighting_style high
gptkbp:first_introduced 1960s
gptkbp:guidance_system wire-guided
manual guidance
gptkbp:historical_significance used in multiple conflicts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label M61 HEAT
gptkbp:is_capable_of 600 mm of RHA
gptkbp:is_countered_by gptkb:NATO_forces
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensive field tests conducted.
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:military_unit
gptkbp:launch_site gptkb:M113_APC
gptkbp:launched 45 degrees
shoulder-fired
gptkbp:length 1.2 m
0.6 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:General_Dynamics
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 8 kg
gptkbp:modifications various upgrades over time
gptkbp:notable_battle gptkb:Vietnam_War
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Israel_Defense_Forces
gptkbp:operational_area anti-tank operations
gptkbp:operational_range up to 2000 m
gptkbp:operational_status in service
gptkbp:origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:propulsion solid propellant
gptkbp:provides_information_on wire-guided
gptkbp:range 2000 m
gptkbp:recoil trigger mechanism
gptkbp:reliability high
gptkbp:safety_features safety pin
gptkbp:services active
gptkbp:speed 300 m/s
gptkbp:successor gptkb:M72_LAW
Javelin
gptkbp:training basic infantry training
required for operators
gptkbp:transportation carried by infantry
gptkbp:type rocket-propelled grenade
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:Gulf_War
gptkbp:weight 6.5 kg