M-79 Grenade Launcher Cost Analysis Report

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Abstract:

The report presents a description of principal characteristics, system history, and the actual and estimated costs associated with the life cycle of the M79 Grenade Launcher. It is a shoulder weapon, resembles a short, fat single-barrel shot gun; it fires an eight ounce high-explosive shell to a maximum effective range of 375 meters.

Author(s):
Hendricks, Charles F. ; Reilly, Thomas
Author Organization(s):
ARMY MATERIEL COMMAND WASHINGTON DC
Funding Organization(s):
US Army Materiel Command, Washington , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Technical Report
Publication Date:
1968 Dec 01
Pagination:
25

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
grenade launchers, engineering, production engineering, contracts, cost analysis, high explosives, procurement, weapons, ammunition, contractors, cost estimates, costs, grenades, health services, launchers, maintenance, cartridge cases
Keyword(s):
GRENADE LAUNCHERS, M 79 GRENADE LAUNCHERS
Subject Categories:
Ordnance
Update Date:
2021 Jul 01