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Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar

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Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar

Ammunition Used

TP M50 A2

HE M49 A2

Crew

1

Rate of Fire

20 rounds/min

Maximum Pressure

250 bar

Sight

Special

Maximum Range

1500 m

Total Weight

7730 g

Barrel Length

650 mm

Outer Diameter

66 mm

Bore Diameter

60.7 + 0.05 mm

Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar is a lightweight and portable mortar system developed and produced by the Machine and Chemical Industry Corporation (MKE). Named after Davraz Mountain in Isparta, this mortar has been specifically designed to meet the requirements of commando units and special forces.

Technical Specifications

The main features of the Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar are as follows:

  • Caliber: 60 mm
  • Weight: 7730 g
  • Maximum Range: 1500 metres
  • Rate of Fire: 20 rounds per minute
  • Ammunition Type: HE M49 A2 and TP M50 A2
  • Usage Area: Commando units, special forces and infantry units

Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar (MKE)

Design and Purpose

Thanks to its lightweight design, the Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar can be easily carried and operated by a single soldier. This feature provides a significant advantage for units operating in challenging terrain. The system consists of four main components: the mortar tube, firing base, sight, and carrying bag. It can be readied for firing and fired quickly and simply.

Ammunition

The Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar can employ various types of ammunition tailored to different mission requirements, including:

  • High-Explosive Ammunition: The standard round used effectively against enemy targets.
  • Smoke Ammunition: Used to obscure vision and conceal troop movements.
  • Illumination Ammunition: Used to illuminate the battlefield during night operations.
  • Training Ammunition: Designed to allow personnel to safely learn and practice operating the mortar system.

Role in the Turkish Armed Forces

The Davraz 60 mm Commando Mortar has been integrated into the inventory of the Turkish Armed Forces, enhancing the firepower of commando and special forces units. Thanks to its high mobility and effective range, the mortar provides operational flexibility and enables units to respond rapidly and effectively to threats they encounter.

Bibliographies





Ajans32. "MKE'den Isparta'nın Komandolarına Selam." ajans32.com. Accessed September 10, 2025. https://www.ajans32.com/mkeden-ispartanin-komandolarina-selam-60989h.htm.

Haber32. "Türk Savunma Sanayisine Isparta İmzası." haber32.com. Accessed September 10, 2025. https://www.haber32.com.tr/turk-savunma-sanayisine-isparta-imzasi.

Makina ve Kimya Endüstrisi Kurumu (MKE). "DAVRAZ 60 mm Komando Havanı." mke.gov.tr. Accessed September 10, 2025. https://mke.gov.tr/Urunler/DAVRAZ-60-mm-Komando-Havani/84.

Son32. "Milli Savunma Sanayisine Davraz İmzası." Accessed September 10, 2025. https://www.son32.com/haber/24108274/milli-savunma-sanayisine-davraz-imzasi.

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AuthorFaruk SuvayDecember 1, 2025 at 9:02 AM

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Contents

  • Technical Specifications

  • Design and Purpose

  • Ammunition

  • Role in the Turkish Armed Forces

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