Mortars

Mortars are a type of artillery weapon used to launch explosive shells in a high-arc trajectory, enabling them to reach targets behind cover or in difficult terrain. Consisting of a tube (barrel) and a firing mechanism, mortars are portable and relatively easy to set up. They are commonly used by military forces for indirect fire support, delivering explosive payloads over short to medium distances. Mortars are versatile and effective for suppressing enemy troops, destroying fortifications, or providing area bombardment, making them an essential component of modern indirect fire artillery systems.