IMI M141 Bunker Defeat Munition (BDM) / SMAW-D

Shoulder-Launched Multi-Purpose Assault Weapon [ 1984 ]

The Israeli-originated M141 fills the role of bunker buster for the United States military where it is known as the SMAW-D.

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The M141 (SMAW-D) was developed for the United States Army to fill the role of "bunker buster", though the system itself has proven to be most multi-purpose in nature, particularly in urban the urban warfare setting. The system is used for the destruction of masonry, wood and earthen structures as well as a general light-armored vehicle-stopper. The system has proven useful in the demolition of network caves throughout the mountainous terrains of Afghanistan.

The launcher is of an extending tube type with built-in optics. The rocket features folding spring-loaded fins for in-flight stabilization. Target ranges are within a 15-to-500 meter range. The projectile warhead is high-explosive.

The US Army designates the system as M141 or SMAW-D while the US Marine Corps use the SMAW (Shoulder-launched Multi-purpose Assault Weapon). Warheads featured in the projectiles of the two weapon systems are the same.©MilitaryFactory.com

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Specifications

Service Year

1984

Origin

Israel

Classification

Shoulder-Launched Multi-Purpose Assault Weapon

Israeli Military Industries (IMI) - Israel / Talley Defense Systems - USA

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Israel; Lebanon; Ukraine; United States

(OPERATORS list includes past, present, and future operators when applicable)

✓ Anti-Armor / Anti-Tank / Anti-Material
Designed to engage and defeat armor / enemy tanks at range.

✓ Special Forces
Qualities of this weapon have shown its value to Special Forces elements requiring a versatile, reliable solution for the rigors of special assignments.

Overall Length

826 mm
32.52 in

Barrel Length

826 mm
32.52 in

Empty Wgt

15.70 lb
7.12 kg

Sights

Iron; Telescopic; Night Vision

Action

Disposable Shoulder-Launched Assault Weapon

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Caliber(s)*

83mm

Rounds / Feed

1

*May not represent an exhuastive list; calibers are model-specific dependent, always consult official manufacturer sources.
**Graphics not to actual size; not all cartridges may be represented visually; graphics intended for general reference only.

Max Eff.Range

1,640 ft
(500 m | 547 yd)

Rate-of-Fire

1
rds/min

M141 Bunker Defeat Munition (BDM) / SMAW-D - US Army Designation.

SMAW - US Marine Corps Designation.

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Images Gallery

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Image of the IMI M141 Bunker Defeat Munition (BDM) / SMAW-D

A M141 SMAW-D on display

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An instructor and student prepare a M141 SMAW-D for firing

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A soldier takes careful aim with his M141 SMAW-D

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Line drawing diagrams of the M141 SMAW-D

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