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These include components, nomenclature, and accessories. It is equally important that you learn how to
properly assemble the components of the system to ensure that the system functions properly.
Characteristics The M224 mortar is a
Lightweight
Smoothbore
Muzzle-loaded
High angle-of-fire weapon
Method of Fire The M224 mortar can be fired in two different ways:
Drop fired
Trigger fired
Employment The M224 mortar can be employed in two different ways:
Conventional
Hand held
Components The M224 mortar has four main components:
M7 Baseplate The M224 mortar can be used with either of the two baseplates. The M7
baseplate
Receives the base plug of the cannon
Stabilizes the weapon
Helps absorbs the shock in the conventional mode
M7 Baseplate
Components
The M7 baseplate consists of
Shape Circular
Diameter 19.4 inches (49.3 centimeters)
Spade depth 4.9 inches (12.4 centimeters)
M8 Baseplate The M8 baseplate provides a firing platform for the mortar in the handheld mode.
M8 Baseplate
Components
Shape Rectangular
Size 8 x 10 inches (20 x 24 centimeters)
Spade depth 2.4 inches (6 centimeters)
Weight 3.6 pounds (1.6 kilograms)
Socket rotation 90 degrees (1600 mils)
M64A1 Sight
Unit
Eyeshield
Coarse and elevation level vials
Coarse elevation scale
Fine elevation scale
Deflection knob
Elevation-locking knob
Dovetail
Elbow telescope
Sight mount