Model 1841 8-inch Siege Mortar Stationary Indirect-Fire Heavy Weapon

OVERVIEW

Siege mortars like the U.S. Model 1831 8-inch proved commonplace throughout the American Civil War.

ORIGIN: United States

YEAR: 1841

MANUFACTURER(S): State Arsenals - USA

PRODUCTION: 3,000

OPERATORS: United States

USA

SPECIFICATIONS

Unless otherwise noted the presented statistics below pertain to the Model 1841 8-inch Siege Mortar model. Common measurements, and their respective conversions, are shown when possible.

CREW: 6

NBC PROTECTION: None

NIGHTVISION: None

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LENGTH

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WEIGHT

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RANGE

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ARMAMENT

1 x 203mm (8"; 20.3cm) gun tube

Ammunition:
Dependent upon ammunition carrier.

VARIANTS

Series Model Variants
• Model 1841 - Base Series Designation

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