| 2B14 Podnos | |
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| Type | Mortar |
| Place of origin | Russia |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 1983 |
| Manufacturer | Nizni Novgorod Engineering Plant |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 41.88 kg (92.3 lb) |
| Crew | 4 |
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| Shell | 3.14 kg (6 lb 15 oz) HE |
| Caliber | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Carriage | 2F510 2x1 wheeled transport chassis, GAZ-66 4×4 truck (prime mover) |
| Elevation | 45°–85° |
| Traverse | ±8° (without bipod repositioning) |
| Rate of fire | 24-30 rounds per minute |
| Effective range | Minimum: 0.08 km (0.050 mi) Maximum: 4.27 km (2.65 mi) |
| Sights | MUM |
The 2B14 Podnos (Tray) is a Russian 82mm mortar. The 2B14 was designed in early 1980s as a light indirect fire weapon for the use of airborne and other light infantry forces.[1] Despite the intent to field the 2B14 with light infantry units, the 2B14 appears to have been fielded with regular motor rifle units as well at a scale of six per battalion.[2] The Russians are believed to have about 2,000 in service and 3,000 in storage.[3]