Oerlikon 120 mm mortar

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Concrete
gptkbp:barrel_length varies by model
gptkbp:barrel_type high-explosive
gptkbp:caliber 120 mm
gptkbp:combat_history deployed in several conflicts since introduction
gptkbp:combat_role indirect fire support
gptkbp:crew 3-5 personnel
gptkbp:current_status in service with some forces
gptkbp:deployment field artillery units
gptkbp:design breech-loading
gptkbp:design_features lightweight and portable design
gptkbp:development developed in Switzerland
gptkbp:elevation -3 to +80 degrees
gptkbp:environmental_impact considered in operational planning
gptkbp:fire_department manual or automated systems
gptkbp:firing_mechanism manual or semi-automatic
gptkbp:historical_significance used in Cold War era
gptkbp:historical_use used in peacekeeping missions.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Oerlikon 120 mm mortar
gptkbp:is_tested_for tested in various environments
gptkbp:logistics requires logistical support for operations
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Oerlikon
gptkbp:military_technology effective in various tactical scenarios
gptkbp:modifications upgrades available for modern use
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Swiss_Army
gptkbp:operational_range up to 7 km
gptkbp:operational_use used in various military operations
gptkbp:performance depends on conditions and training
gptkbp:production_years gptkb:1960
gptkbp:project potential for modernization projects
gptkbp:range varies by ammunition type
gptkbp:rate_of_fire up to 15 rounds per minute
gptkbp:safety_features multiple safety mechanisms
gptkbp:service_history used in various conflicts
gptkbp:sights optical or iron sights
gptkbp:speed approximately 30 seconds
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Oerlikon_81_mm_mortar
gptkbp:supply_chain requires ammunition supply chain
gptkbp:supply_requirements requires specific ammunition types
gptkbp:system integrated with other artillery systems
gptkbp:training used in military training exercises
basic artillery training
gptkbp:transportation towed or vehicle-mounted
gptkbp:traversal 360 degrees
gptkbp:type gptkb:Concrete
gptkbp:used_by gptkb:military_forces
gptkbp:user_countries various countries worldwide
gptkbp:user_feedback generally positive from operators
gptkbp:variant several models exist
gptkbp:weight varies by model
gptkbp:year_established 1960s
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Oerlikon-Bührle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7