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The development of the Mk-19 AGL (also refered to as a Grenade Machinegun), began in 1963. The first version was a hand-cranked multiple grenade launcher called the MK 18. In 1966, the need for more fire power inspired the development of a self-powered 40-mm machine gun called the MK 19 MOD 0. This model was neither reliable enough nor safe enough for use as a military gun. Product improvements begun in 1971 resulted in the 1972 MOD 1, of which only six were produced. The MOD 1 performed effectively in Navy riverine patrol craft, and broader applications for the MK 19 were found. In 1973, the Navy developed the MOD 2, which featured improved reliability, safety and maintainability. In 1976, a complete redesign resulted in the MK 19 MOD 3, which the Army adopted in 1983. One unit costs $13 758 to replace. The Mk-19 is ideal for vehicle mount and can be fitted to Armoured Vehicles, Tanks and Helicopters as well as to Reverine crafts, etc.
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Weapontype:
Automatic Grenade Launcher (AGL)
Manufacturer:
Saco Defense Industries
Operation:
air-cooled, disintegrating metallic link-belt fed, blowback operated, fully automatic weapon
Cartridge:
40 x 53 mm
Weight:
62,43kg
Length:
1094 mm
Sights:
blade-type front sight attached to the top cover assembly and a leaf-type rear sight (with an adjustable range plate) mounted on a spring dovetail base.
Rate of fire:
325-375 rounds/min, 60 rounds/minute (rapid), 40 rounds/minute (sustained)
Effective range:
2200m (maximum), 1600m (maximum effective), 3-round burst must strike a 14-meter square target at 1,000 meters. Production acceptance based on all rounds striking 84cm square target at a distance of 60 meters.
Muzzle Velocity:
240,69 m/s
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