According to ordnance documents between 15%Īnd 20% of M7's in inventory were being lost each month. The constant removal and mounting of the M7 led to high losses. Semi-automatic capability the operator had to remove the launcher, which disabled it in its role as the rifle squad's As long as the M7 remained on the rifle, the gas system remained opened. The disadvantage of such a system was its Valve to the opened position, which allowed gases to escape from the gas system.
The long stud automatically depressed the It was accomplished by a valve inside the Gas Cylinder Lock Screw (lock screw). This allowed venting of the operating gases to prevent injury to the operator and damage to the rifle. At that time the standard grenade launcher for the M1 Rifle was the M7. The story about the research and development of this special group of GL's known as the "Recoiling Grenade Launchers".Īs WWII was ending, Ordnance was working on giving the grenadier carrying an M1 Rifle semi-automatic capability and preventing Unlike the others, these GL's move rearward and return to their original position to operate. Although each design is slightly different, they allĪre direct descendents of the T95. The M7A1, A2, and A3 Grenade Launchers (GL) are unique when compared to other GL's. Reprinted here by The Carbine Collectors ClubĪ History of The M7A1, M7A2, and M7A3 Grenade Launchers, Please see our legal page for more information.History of The M7A1, M7A2, and M7A3 Grenade Launchers We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. However, it is ultimately the responsibility of the buyer to be in compliance of laws that govern their specific location. IMA works diligently to be aware of these ever changing laws and obeys them accordingly. Gun magazine laws, concealed weapons laws, laws governing new made display guns, airsoft guns, blank fire guns, and other items vary greatly by nation, state and locality.
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