Description
60mm Target Practice Mortar Projectile with M751 Practice Fuze
This 60mm target practice mortar projectile combines a blue-painted practice body with an M751 point-detonating practice fuze. The projectile has visible vent openings and a threaded base for a removable tail assembly. The fin assembly, ignition cartridge, and propelling charges are not included, making this an incomplete display configuration.
Identification and Features
The blue body follows the color traditionally used to identify U.S. practice ammunition. The gray fuze is marked “FUZE PD PRACTICE M751” and has the general shape of the M734 multi-option fuze. The projectile body has openings that were designed to release the signal from a practice spotting charge. The exposed base threads show where the missing fin assembly would attach. Because the M751 was normally used with the 81mm M879 cartridge, this should be identified as a 60mm projectile fitted with an M751 fuze rather than a standard 60mm service cartridge.
History of the M751 Practice Fuze
The M751 was developed as a point-detonating practice fuze for mortar training. Its external shape allowed crews to practice handling ammunition fitted with a fuze similar to the M734 used on service rounds. An original functional M751 produced a flash, audible report, and smoke signal when it struck the ground. This signal helped observers locate the impact and correct later shots during range training.
History of the 60mm Mortar System
The U.S. military has used 60mm mortars since World War II. Early M2 and M19 mortars gave infantry units a portable source of high-angle fire. These weapons were later followed by the M224 system, which offered improved range and flexibility. The 60mm mortar remains valued because a small crew can carry and operate it while supporting infantry units in areas that are difficult for heavier weapons to reach.
History of Training Use
Target practice projectiles allowed mortar crews to learn ammunition handling, sight operation, range estimation, fire adjustment, and teamwork without using a full high-explosive projectile. Modern practice ammunition was designed to copy the size, shape, and flight of service rounds while producing a smaller spotting signal at the target. This projectile and fuze combination represents the parts and construction used in that training role.
Condition
This incomplete projectile assembly may show scratches, paint wear, discoloration, and other signs of storage or handling. The M751 fuze, blue practice body, vent openings, and threaded tail connection remain visible. Please review the product photographs for the general finish and configuration.
Approx length 11", Approx width 2.5", Approx height 2.5", Approx weight 2.4 lbs.
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