In service

81-mm Mortar

Type 81 mm indirect fire mortar

Element Canadian Army

Origin In service with the CAF

Service / delivery milestone Long service

Quantity Infantry mortar platoons

On this itemA portable indirect-fire weapon for supporting troops with high-angle fire. Employment depends on the unit and task.

Source checked 2026-09-15: Primary source. Role and the corrected details below checked. Historical introduction dates, manufacturer and fleet totals are not a current readiness count.

Key specifications

High-trajectory indirect fire
High explosive, smoke and illumination
Published maximum range: 5,650 m

Who works with it

Infanteer Non-commissioned Infantry Officer Officer Weapons Technician Non-commissioned

Element: Canadian Army

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