What does M72 law mean?

Light Anti-armor Weapon
Prior to the fielding of the AT-4 the M-72 Light Anti-tank Weapon (LAW) was the Army’s primary shoulder-fired, man-portable, light anti-tank rocket. The M72 66mm LAW (Light Anti-armor Weapon) was developed in the 1960s.

When was M72 made?

The M72 was designed in the early 1960’s for use against light tanks of that era. More recent and improved versions of the M72-series LAWs were produced in the 1990s and include the M72A4, M72A5, M72A6, and M72A7.

Does the Army still use bazookas?

For one, it’s now just as much an anti-infantry weapon owing to its range, low cost and types of ammunition. Soldiers are fond of the 84-millimeter Carl Gustaf, and it’s easy to see why.

Is it legal to own an anti-tank gun?

Yes you can own an antitank rifle. Yes it is a destructive device by atf standards.. unless you are making a black powder rifle that fires a large enough round or make a tapered bore gun.

Can a law be reloaded?

The m72 law is a single shot weapon and can not be reloaded to fire again. It does however happen to be the right size to be loaded with beer cans as a handy way to carry and conceal them.

What kind of gun is the M72 LAW?

M72 LAW with rocket. The M72 LAW (Light Anti-tank/Anti-armor Weapon) is a lightweight disposable single-shot rocket launcher developed by the United States and first used during the Vietnam War.

What did the M72 LAW stand for in Vietnam?

The M72 LAW is a lightweight, disposable unguided anti-tank weapon developed for individual use and first deployed during the Vietnam War. LAW either stands for “light antitank weapon” or “light anti-armor weapon:” the latter seems to be preferred in modern sources, as the weapon is no longer in any way suitable for attacking a main battle tank.

When was the M72 Light Anti tank weapon made?

The M72 was designed in the early 1960’s for use against light tanks of that era. More recent and improved versions of the M72-series LAWs were produced in the 1990s and include the M72A4, M72A5, M72A6, and M72A7.

What was the M72 rocket launcher used for?

The M72 LAW (Light Anti-tank/Anti-armor Weapon) is a lightweight disposable single-shot rocket launcher developed by the United States and first used during the Vietnam War.