US Army Reimagines 81mm Mortars to Deliver 120mm Firepower

The US Army has begun pushing its classic 81mm mortars to deliver more punch and longer reach while retaining its signature portability feature.

At the center of the effort is an enhanced 81mm high‑explosive cartridge, known as E81, being developed by researchers at the service’s Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM).

The goal is ambitious: deliver 120mm-level lethality from an 81mm round, packing more firepower into a compact, lighter cartridge.

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