40x53mm HV Grenade

40 mm HV · 1966 · U.S. Naval Ordnance Station Louisville · 1 firearm in catalog

Also known as: 40 mm Mk19, 40x53mm SR

Cartridge specifications

Bullet Diameter40 mm (1.575")
Case Length53 mm (2.087")
Overall Length112 mm (4.409")
Typical Bullet Weight230 g (3549 gr)
Typical Muzzle Velocity241 m/s (791 fps)
Typical Muzzle Energy6680 J (4927 ft·lbf)
Cartridge TypeRimless
Introduced1966

Firearms chambered in 40x53mm HV Grenade