Penn Arms PGL65-40
Penn Arms, Inc. · Shotgun · In Production · 2004
Also known as: PGL-65, PGL-65-40, P540, P540-1, Penn Arms Pump Multi-Launcher
Overview
The Penn Arms PGL65-40 is a six-shot 40mm multiple grenade launcher built around a revolving cylinder that is advanced by a pump action. Firing standard 40x46mm low-velocity munitions up to 127mm (5 inches) in length, it uses an 11-inch (289mm) rifled barrel with six right-hand grooves for improved accuracy over smoothbore 37mm designs. Marketed primarily for law enforcement and tactical teams to deliver less-lethal, chemical, and smoke munitions, it features a double-action trigger, trigger-lock and hammer-lock safeties, a fixed shoulder stock, and a Picatinny combo rail for optics, lights, and lasers.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 4387 g (154.7 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 5767 g (203.4 oz) |
| Overall Length | 813 mm (32.01") |
| Barrel Length | 289 mm (11.38") |
| Action Type | Pump Action |
| Firing Mechanism | Double Action |
| Trigger Type | Double Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 6 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Revolving Cylinder |
| 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
Features
- Firing modes: Repeating
- Feed systems: Revolving Cylinder
- Safety mechanisms: Trigger Lock, Hammer Lock
- Features: Rifled Barrel, Six Shot Revolving Cylinder, Pump Action Cylinder Advance, Break Action Loading, Picatinny Combo Rail, Fixed Stock, Accepts Munitions Up To 127mm
Variants
- Penn Arms P540-1 - Fixed Stock
- Penn Arms P540-3 - Collapsing Stock
Service history
Operators
- United States law enforcement agencies
Production
Production years: 2004-present
In continued production under Combined Systems/Penn Arms as the P540 series
Origin
Country of origin: United States
Notes
Also produced by Combined Systems, Inc. under the Penn Arms line and later re-designated the P540 series (P540-1 fixed stock, P540-3 collapsing stock). The 'Fourkiller Tactical Model' variant was developed with Fourkiller Consulting for SWAT deployment.
Background
Penn Arms' multi-launchers gained wide recognition through appearances in film and television, where their six-shot revolving cylinder makes them a visually distinctive stand-in for military grenade launchers.