Description
Yugoslavian M69B 81mm Mortar System — Original Manufacture (Inert / Display Piece)
Offered is an authentic Yugoslavian M69B 81mm mortar system, the NATO-caliber variant of the M69 family originally designed by the Military Technical Institute (VTI) in Belgrade. The M69 series was produced for export and domestic service and the M69B was created in an 81 mm configuration to meet NATO compatibility. Wikipedia+1
This complete infantry mortar set includes the barrel with breech ring, baseplate, bipod with sight assembly, and associated tools and spares as configured for operation and field deployment. The weapon is a smoothbore, muzzle-loading, high-angle fire system intended for close-support indirect fire at company and platoon level. Yugoimport+1
Typical technical data for the M69B family (manufacturer literature and technical brochures) lists a caliber of ≈81.4 mm, barrel length in the 1.3–1.75 m range, and system mass in firing/travel configuration roughly 47–56 kg, with a maximum range in the neighborhood of 4.9–5.4 km depending on barrel variant and ammunition. These figures reflect published M69B specifications. Yugoimport+1
This example is offered as an inert / demilitarized museum/display piece unless otherwise stated. Any inerting is permanent and non-reversible; the item contains no explosive filler or functional firing components and is intended for display, education, or research. Purchasers must confirm inert status and comply with all local, national, and international laws and transport regulations prior to purchase or shipment. Independent verification by an ordnance professional is recommended for institutional transfers.
Keywords: M69B 81mm mortar, Yugoslavian 81mm mortar, M69B-D, inert mortar display, Mortar 81 mm M69B, VTI Belgrade mortar.
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