HM 12
The HM 12 Fateh (or Hadid) is an Iranian 60mm[1] mortar manufactured by the Ammunition & Metallurgy Industries Group,[2] part of Iran's Defense Industries Organization.[3][4] It is an unlicensed copy of Israel's Soltam 60 mm mortar.[5][6] It is generally operated by two people but in urgent cases it can be operated by one as well.[7][8][9][10]
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| Type | Mortar |
| Place of origin | Iran |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Iran |
| Wars | Syrian Civil War Iraqi Civil War |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Defense Industries Organization |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 6,5 kg |
| Barrel length | 677mm |
| Crew | 2 |
| Caliber | 60 mm |
| Elevation | 45° to 85° |
| Traverse | 360° |
| Rate of fire | 20 round per minute |
| Maximum firing range | 1050m |
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References
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- http://mindexcenter.ir/product/60mm-mortar-launcher-standard-and-long-range
- “AMIG Hadid HM16 120 mm mortar (Iran) Mortars,” Jane’s, July 31, 2011, http://articles.janes.com/articles/Janes-Infantry- Weapons/AMIG-Hadid-HM16-120-mm-mortar-Iran.html
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