LMT 40mm Tactical Single Launcher
Lewis Machine & Tool Company · Shotgun · In Production
Also known as: 40LMTS, Defense Technology 1425, 40mm LMTS, LMT Tactical Single Launcher
Overview
The LMT 40mm Tactical Single Launcher (model 1425) is a single-shot, break-action 40mm launcher designed to deliver less-lethal, chemical, and smoke munitions for law enforcement and tactical teams. Precision machined from 7075 aircraft aluminum to mil-spec guidelines, it uses a 14-inch (356mm) rifled barrel and a double-action Smith & Wesson-style trigger group. It accepts standard 40mm cartridges up to 4.8 inches long and is fitted with an expandable ROGERS Super Stoc, an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail, a Picatinny top rail with bead sight, and ambidextrous breech-release and lateral sling mounts. Marketed under Safariland's Defense Technology brand, the launcher is precision OEM-manufactured by Lewis Machine & Tool.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1588 g (56.0 oz) |
| Barrel Length | 356 mm (14.02") |
| Action Type | Break Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 1 rounds |
| Muzzle Velocity | 76 m/s (249 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 664 J (490 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 80 m (87 yd) |
| Maximum Range | 400 m (437 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Rifling Twist | 1219 mm (47.99") |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Polymer |
| Finish | Matte Black |
Calibers
- 40x46mm Grenade · primary · 40mm Low Velocity — also known as 40mm LV, 40x46mm LV, 40mm grenade, 40mm less-lethal
Features
- Firing modes: Manual
- Feed systems: Single Shot Breech
- Safety mechanisms: Ambidextrous Breech Release
- Features: 7075 Aircraft Aluminum Receiver, 14 Inch Rifled Barrel, Rogers Super Stoc Expandable Stock, Integrated Front Grip, Light Rail, Picatinny Top Rail, Bead Sight, Ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount, Qd Sling Mounts, Accepts Munitions Up To 122mm
Variants
- LMT 40mm Tactical Single Launcher (Folding Stock) - Folding Stock
- LMT 37mm Tactical Single Launcher - 37mm Bore
Service history
Operators
- United States law enforcement agencies
Production
In current production; OEM-manufactured by Lewis Machine & Tool for Safariland Defense Technology
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Sold under the Safariland Group's Defense Technology brand as the '40LMTS' with either an expandable or folding stock. A parallel 37mm bore version (37LMTS) is offered for agencies restricted to 37mm munitions.
Background
Less-lethal 40mm single launchers like the 40LMTS pair the accuracy of a rifled bore with a lightweight collapsible carbine layout, letting tactical officers deploy sponge, chemical, and marking rounds from the same familiar controls as a patrol carbine.