Mortar-Style Tripod for Mk 19
High-angle tripod for Mk 19
The High-Angle Tripod for the Mk 19 automatic grenade launcher is designed specifically for indirect fire from covered positions. Its mortar-style construction enables high-angle trajectories, allowing crews to operate from protected locations while maintaining effective target engagement. The tripod provides enhanced stability, angle control, and a compact folding design for quick deployment in field conditions. Fully compatible with standard Mk 19 mounts, this solution is ideal for static defensive setups where conventional flat-trajectory systems are less effective.
Technical Overview
Full Specifications
The High-Angle Tripod for the Mk 19 automatic grenade launcher is a purpose-built mortar-style platform designed for indirect fire from covered positions. It enables controlled high-angle trajectories, making it ideal for tactical scenarios where traditional flat-trajectory mounts are ineffective or unsafe.
The tripod offers smooth vertical adjustment from 0° to 70°, with horizontal traverse of ±15°, maintaining a true horizontal rotation plane across the entire elevation range. Unlike improvised modifications of standard tripods (e.g., replacing the front leg or using sandbags), this system preserves full alignment without axis distortion — a critical factor for accurate fire calculations.
The elevation and traverse scales are marked in degrees by default for simplicity and universal compatibility with range tables, and the horizontal scale can be easily switched to mils if required. Each leg features fine-tuned angle and height adjustment to adapt to uneven terrain, while the wide opening between the rear legs and cradle ensures smooth ejection of spent casings without accumulation.
Built on a reinforced dual-frame construction with trapezoidal lead screws and a central bronze-steel bearing rotation hub, the system combines durability with precision. Weighing 34 kg in total — lighter than standard tripod + cradle setups — it folds down to 75×55×40 cm for transport, with folded rear legs doubling as carry handles. An optional reduction gear module is available for smoother horizontal targeting.
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