Can a civilian get an M203?
Colt has produced a limited run of M203s that are legal for civilian ownership, offered through ArmsUnlimited, one of the company’s major law enforcement distributors, starting on Nov. 15.
Does the US military still use the M203?
Though it has served faithfully and effectively for over 40 years now and will continue to do so for years to come, the M203 is being phased out of Army service and is being replaced by the new M320 designed and built by Heckler Koch.
What is the effective range of a M203?
about 350 meters
With a maximum effective range of about 350 meters, the M203 is a rifle-mounted, grenade launcher that allows the Marine to load one round at a time.
How many rounds does an M203 Grenadier carry?
M203 grenade launcher
| Launcher, Grenade, 40mm, M203 | |
|---|---|
| Action | Single shot |
| Rate of fire | 5 to 7 round/min aimed shots 15 to 17 round/min area suppression |
| Muzzle velocity | 250 ft/s (76 m/s) |
| Effective firing range | 382 yds (350 m) fire-team sized area target; 164 yds (150 m) vehicle or weapon point target |
Is the M320 better than the M203?
The M320 loads from the side, which allows for longer projectiles with increased velocity, compared to those fired from the M203, an under-the-barrel breechloader. “The M320 definitely provides our Marines with a more efficient weapon system,” Cpl.
What type of ammunition does the M203 attached to the M16A4 shoot?
M16A4 M203
| M16A4 M203 5.56 mm | |
|---|---|
| Faction | USMC |
| Type | Assault Rifle / UGL |
| Calibre | 5.56×45 mm NATO / 40 mm |
| Magazine capacity | 30 / 1 |
What grenade launcher do the Marines use?
M32 Multi-Shot Grenade Launcher (MGL) The M32 MGL is a hand-held 6-shot grenade launcher in use with SOCOM and the US Marine Corps.
Do you have to register a 37mm launcher?
With the 37mm platform the only round type that requires registration is a high explosive type round. Additionally, with high explosive rounds you can register a casing as reloadable and only register and pay the tax once. This is one of the big benefits of using one of our 37mm aluminum casings.