MIL-M-63221, MILITARY SPECIFICATION: MORTAR, 60MM: M224 (WITHOUT M64 SIGHT UNIT) (08-FEB-1979)

MIL-M-63221, MILITARY SPECIFICATION: MORTAR, 60MM: M224 (WITHOUT M64 SIGHT UNIT) (08-FEB-1979)., This weapon is a security item and is subject to security control during manufacture, shipment, and storage per AR 190-11, DoD Directive 5100.76 and WVAR 735-20. This specification supports the acquisition of 60MM Mortar M224, consisting of Cannon M225, Biped M170, and Baseplates H7 and M8. This specification includes the minimum essential Engineering and Packaging Requirements, and the necessary Quality Assurance Provisions to determine that these requirements have been met. The 60MM Mortar M224 specified herein is intended for use as a lightweight company mortar for close combat support.