Weapon - Mortar, c1940

Historical information

Designed specifically for the Japanese, this 50mm mortar shell Type 89 Grenade Discharger was also known as a “Knee Mortar” by Allied forces. These shells were accurate, deadly, and added a great deal of firepower to Japanese forces during WWII.

Physical description

Brown metal round in shape with pointed top features original paint with a yellow band on body and a red band at the top.

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