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Indumil MGL Mk 1

Multiple Grenade Launcher [ 1995 ]

The Colombian MGL Mk 1 is the proven South African MGL Mk 1 produced locally, under license by Indumil.

Authored By: Staff Writer | Last Edited: 12/16/2021 | Content ©www.MilitaryFactory.com | The following text is exclusive to this site.

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The MGL ("Multiple Grenade Launcher") produced by Indumil of Colombia is the locally-licensed form of the popular South African MGL Mk 1. The Mk 1 variant appeared in 1996, succeeding the original MGL Y2 offering of 1983 and went on to be adopted as the "M32" by the United States Army and as the "RBG-6" by the Croatian Army among others. In its Colombian guise, the system retains its robust, reliable capabilities centered around a Western-standard 40mm anti-infantry grenade projectile firing through a six-round rotating ammunition cylinder. The action is semi-automatic where one trigger pull equals one projectile fired with a Double-Action (DA) design.

Indumil introduced their version of the MGL in or around 1995 and has since brought to market an array of capable infantry arms alternatives including the Cordova 9mm semi-automatic pistol (detailed elsewhere on this site), an offshoot to the famous Israeli GALIL assault rifle under the "Galil-C" name (detailed elsewhere on this site), associated carbine forms, portable infantry-level mortars, and infantry hand grenades.

The MGL has an overall length of 740mm (29.1") though the hinged, fold-over shoulder support reduces this to 640mm (25.1") when collapsed onto the frame (the frame being completed in a non-reflective matte black finish). The barrel assembly measures 300mm (11.8") and is rifled with a right-handed six-groove pattern featuring 1:47" twist. The top of the receiver mounts a sighting devices for more accurized ranged fire with stepped increments of 25 meters, 50 meters, and 375 meters; projectiles can reach beyond 400 meters though with a reduction to accuracy. Weight is 6.13 kilograms when the six grenade chambers are empty.

Rate-of-fire reaches 18 rounds-per-minute when firing 112mm or shorter projectiles. Supported projectile types include both 40x46mm and 40x51mm grenades.

The arrangement of the system is largely conventional and faithful to the South African design; an angled pistol grip is featured integrated to the ringed trigger unit found under the aft-end of the frame. The rotating, revolver-type spring-loaded magazine is positioned at center with the top-most chamber aligning with the tubular barrel protruding from the front of the weapon. The sighting device (if equipped) and folding shoulder stock are both connected at the top of the receiver. A foregrip is added under the barrel for a firm, two-hand hold of the system.©MilitaryFactory.com

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Specifications

Service Year

1995

Origin

Colombia

Classification

Multiple Grenade Launcher

Indumil - Colombia

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Colombia

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

✓ Fire Support
Capable of suppressing enemy elements at range through direct or in-direct fire.

✓ 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.

✓ Special Purpose
Special purpose weapon for a specially defined battlefield role.

COMPACT NATURE

Compact nature allows for relatively easy concealment.

MAN-PORTABLE

Despite its size / weight, the product can be transported by foot infantry.

TARGET / AREA SUPPRESSION

Inherent ability to provide suppression capabilities against target / target area.

SEMI-AUTO FIRE

Internal action allows release of single round per trigger pull, actuating a semi-automatic loading mechanism for successive shots.

REPEAT-FIRE CAPABLE

An automatic, or pseudo-automatic, function is built into the system, allowing for repeat firing to be achieved.

SCOPE-CAPABLE / SIGHTING ASSIST

Supports mounting of optics (scopes) to aid in accuracy for ranged fire.

CUSTOMIZEABLE

Design allows for user adjustability of certain components for customization.

IMPACT DETONATION

Detonation of this entry is reliant on impact at target / target area; typical quality seen in direct-fire weapons (rocket / missile launchers).

Overall Length

740 mm
29.13 in

Barrel Length

300 mm
11.81 in

Empty Wgt

13.51 lb
6.13 kg

Sights

Adjustable Optics.

Action

Semi-Automatic; Double-Action (DA)

Semi-Automatic
One shot per trigger pull; self-loading or auto-loading action aided by internal mechanism; trigger management (and initial cocking) typically required by the operator; subsequent shots are aided by the unlocked / moved bolt.

Impact Detonation
Design relies on impact on target for detonation.

(Material presented above is for historical and entertainment value and should not be construed as usable for hardware restoration, maintenance, or general operation - always consult official manufacturer sources for such information)

Caliber(s)*

40x46mm; 40x51mm

Sample Visuals**

Graphical image of a 40mm grenade cartridge

Rounds / Feed

6-round revolvver-style spring-loaded magazine.

*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

1,345 ft
(410 m | 448 yd)

Rate-of-Fire

18
rds/min

MGL Mk 1 - Base Series Designation.

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