Heckler & Koch HK69
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| HK69A1 | |
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| Type | Grenade launcher |
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| Production history | |
| Designer | Heckler & Koch |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 2.62 kg (5.77 lbs) |
| Length | 734 mm (28.90 in) |
| Barrel length | 355 mm (14 in) |
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| Cartridge | 40 mm grenade (40x46) |
| Action | Manual, breech loaded |
| Rate of fire | Single shot |
| Effective range | 400 m |
| Feed system | Single shot |
| Sights | Ladder and dual apature |
The HK69 (or HK69A1) is a break-open action grenade launcher made by Heckler & Koch. It is designed to fire a variety of 40mm grenade ammunition, including HE, AP, CS, and even flares at ranges up to 400 meters. Features include ladder style sights for ranges 100m to 400m, flip-up dual aperture rear sights for ranges 50m to 100m, and a retractable stock allowing it to be fired like a pistol or against the shoulder like a rifle.
[edit] Background
Originally made to be attached to the forearm of the G3 assault rifle, but that role was later taken over by the HK79. It is seen often in Europe as a law enforcement tool, but rarely seen in America due to caliber conflict as U.S. law enforcement tends to use 37mm grenades.
[edit] Popular Culture
- The HK69 is seen in Ronin (film) and Miami Vice (film).
