Variants
Loading 40 mm grenades into the M32 launcher.
In the last decade, several upgrades were made to the original design. After over 12 years of production and more than a decade of user feedback from different countries around the world, it became evident that a redesign of some component groups would make the weapon even more user-friendly and reliable, while at the same time simplifying maintenance. This development, known as the MGL Mk 1 was introduced to the market in 1996. All weapons previously supplied can be upgraded to the Mk 1 configuration. Parts, such as the steel barrel, are interchangeable with a minimum of workshop modifications involving a few special tools and cutting dies.
Two "product improved" variants were introduced in 2004 by Milkor Marketing. The first is the Mk 1S, which replaces the aluminum frame of the Mk 1 with a stronger stainless steel body, and adds several Picatinny rails: four around the barrel, and one more on top of the main frame. The folding stock is also adjustable for length of pull. The second variant is the Mk 1L, which features a new sliding buttstock and a 140 mm (5.5 in) long cylinder. Certain special-purpose grenades such as tear gas canisters and less-lethal impact rounds are too long to fit in older models of the MGL, but they will fit in the Mk 1L's extended chambers. As a result, the weapon can fire a wider range of ordnance, and is more suitable for use in peacekeeping and riot control operations. The Mk 1L also incorporates all the improvements found in the Mk 1S. A reflex sight was added in 2005, replacing the Armson OEG sight. This sight automatically adjusts for changing light conditions and is compatible with 3rd generation night vision equipment. It includes a cross hair design reticule that helps estimate range.
Loading 40 mm grenades into the M32 launcher.
In the last decade, several upgrades were made to the original design. After over 12 years of production and more than a decade of user feedback from different countries around the world, it became evident that a redesign of some component groups would make the weapon even more user-friendly and reliable, while at the same time simplifying maintenance. This development, known as the MGL Mk 1 was introduced to the market in 1996. All weapons previously supplied can be upgraded to the Mk 1 configuration. Parts, such as the steel barrel, are interchangeable with a minimum of workshop modifications involving a few special tools and cutting dies.
Two "product improved" variants were introduced in 2004 by Milkor Marketing. The first is the Mk 1S, which replaces the aluminum frame of the Mk 1 with a stronger stainless steel body, and adds several Picatinny rails: four around the barrel, and one more on top of the main frame. The folding stock is also adjustable for length of pull. The second variant is the Mk 1L, which features a new sliding buttstock and a 140 mm (5.5 in) long cylinder. Certain special-purpose grenades such as tear gas canisters and less-lethal impact rounds are too long to fit in older models of the MGL, but they will fit in the Mk 1L's extended chambers. As a result, the weapon can fire a wider range of ordnance, and is more suitable for use in peacekeeping and riot control operations. The Mk 1L also incorporates all the improvements found in the Mk 1S. A reflex sight was added in 2005, replacing the Armson OEG sight. This sight automatically adjusts for changing light conditions and is compatible with 3rd generation night vision equipment. It includes a cross hair design reticule that helps estimate range.
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