Soviet 82-mm battalion mortar BM-37 was both quite effective and relatively light ‘ its weight (61 kg) allowed it to be transported by four men crew. For transportation the mortar was dissembled in three parts: barrel, tripod and base plate. The crew also carried a supply of mines. Experienced crew could make up to 25 shots in a minute. The range of the mortar was 3040 meters, while fragments of mine could damage enemy troops in a radius of 60 meters. The mortar could be loaded not only with standard mines, but also with captured enemy mines (for 81-mm mortar).
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