Oerlikon 81 mm mortar

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Concrete
gptkbp:accessories tripod and base plate
gptkbp:barrel_length 1.2 meters
3 kg per round
gptkbp:barrel_type gptkb:steel
high explosive
gptkbp:caliber 81 mm
gptkbp:combat_history used in various conflicts
gptkbp:combat_role indirect fire support
gptkbp:compatibility compatible with standard 81 mm rounds
gptkbp:country_of_origin gptkb:Switzerland
gptkbp:crew_capacity 3 to 5 personnel
gptkbp:deployment infantry support
gptkbp:design_features lightweight construction
gptkbp:design_purpose designed for infantry support
gptkbp:elevation 45 to 85 degrees
gptkbp:environmental_concerns operates in various climates
gptkbp:field_of_use gptkb:military_operations
gptkbp:fighting_style highly effective in combat scenarios
gptkbp:fire_department manual fire control
gptkbp:firing_mechanism drop firing mechanism
gptkbp:has_limitations limited by range and terrain
gptkbp:historical_significance widely used in NATO forces
gptkbp:historical_use used in Cold War conflicts
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Oerlikon 81 mm mortar
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively field tested
gptkbp:logistics requires logistical support for operations
gptkbp:maintenance regular maintenance required
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Oerlikon
gptkbp:modifications various upgrades available
gptkbp:muzzle_velocity 200 m/s
gptkbp:notable_users gptkb:Swiss_Armed_Forces
gptkbp:operational_range effective range of 3,000 meters
gptkbp:operational_status in service
gptkbp:origin Swiss design
gptkbp:production_status still in production
gptkbp:production_years 1950
gptkbp:range up to 5,000 meters
gptkbp:rate_of_fire 15 rounds per minute
gptkbp:recoil gptkb:none
gptkbp:safety_features manual safety
gptkbp:sights optical or iron sights
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Oerlikon_120_mm_mortar
gptkbp:supply_chain logistics support required
gptkbp:system 81 mm mortar systems
gptkbp:training several weeks
required for operation
gptkbp:transportation carried by soldiers
vehicle-mounted or towed
gptkbp:type mortar system
gptkbp:used_by various military forces
gptkbp:user_countries used by multiple countries worldwide
gptkbp:user_feedback generally positive reviews
gptkbp:variant upgraded versions available
gptkbp:weight approximately 20 kg
gptkbp:year_established 1950s
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Oerlikon_120_mm_mortar
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8