Description
Add an early piece of U.S. Army 40mm grenade launcher history to your collection with this Technical Manual TM 9-1010-205-12. This manual covers the 40mm M79 Grenade Launcher and is dated February 1961.
The M79 entered service in 1961 and was made to replace older rifle grenade systems. It became one of the best-known U.S. weapons of the Vietnam War.
Historical Significance
The M79 Grenade Launcher is a single-shot, break-open, shoulder-fired weapon. It fires a 40mm grenade round and was used by U.S. troops for close fire support.
This February 1961 manual is early M79 paperwork. It comes from the start of the M79 service period, before the launcher became famous in Vietnam.
What This Manual Covers
This manual is tied to the use and care of the M79.
It is useful for:
- M79 identification
- operator and unit-level study
- 40mm launcher research
- Vietnam War small-arms displays
- U.S. Army manual collections
Army manuals were working books. They helped troops identify, service, and support real equipment in the field.
Key Features
- Technical Manual TM 9-1010-205-12
- Covers the 40mm M79 Grenade Launcher
- Dated February 1961
- Early M79 service-era manual
- Strong U.S. Army small-arms subject
- Great reference for 40mm launcher collectors
Why This Manual Matters
The M79 gave soldiers a simple way to fire 40mm grenades from a shoulder weapon. It filled the gap between a hand grenade and a mortar.
This manual helps preserve the early service story of the launcher. It pairs well with M79 displays, 40mm ammunition collections, Vietnam War infantry gear, and U.S. Army technical manual sets.
About This Manual
This listing is for Technical Manual TM 9-1010-205-12, covering the 40mm M79 Grenade Launcher, dated February 1961.
This listing is for the manual only unless stated otherwise. No launcher, firearm, ammunition, tools, repair parts, case, or extra items are included unless shown or noted.
Ideal For
- M79 Grenade Launcher collectors
- 40mm launcher reference sets
- Vietnam War small-arms displays
- U.S. Army technical manual collectors
- Museum and archive libraries
- Collectors completing an M79 manual set
Approx length 10", Approx width 8", Approx height .25", Approx weight 1lbs.
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