Mortars

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	Hirtenberger M6C-210	A lightweight 60mm commando mortar designed for portability and rapid deployment. It is used for close fire support in infantry operations. Compact and easy to operate, it is effective in mountainous and urban terrains.
	17cm mittlerer Minenwerfer	A heavy German mortar used during World War I, it was designed for trench warfare, capable of firing high-explosive shells to destroy enemy fortifications. It had a short barrel and high trajectory, making it effective in confined battlefield environments. The weapon was widely used due to its destructive capability against hardened targets.
	7.58cm Minenwerfer	A light German trench mortar from World War I, it was portable and provided infantry with short-range firepower. It fired high-explosive shells, making it effective against enemy trenches and barbed wire. The weapon's small size allowed for easy deployment in frontline positions.
	25cm schwerer Minenwerfer	A heavy German mortar from World War I, designed to deliver massive firepower against fortified positions. It launched large-caliber shells with devastating effects, making it a key weapon for siege operations. Its weight and size required a team of operators and often mechanical assistance for movement.
	5 cm Granatwerfer 36	The 5 cm Granatwerfer 36 was a light infantry mortar used by Germany in the early stages of World War II. Despite its portability, it was phased out due to limited range and effectiveness.
	8 cm Granatwerfer 34	The 8 cm Granatwerfer 34 was a standard German medium mortar during World War II, known for its reliability and accuracy. It was widely used across all fronts, offering effective indirect fire support.
	Kz 8 cm Granatwerfer 42	The Kz 8 cm GrW 42 was a shortened and lighter version of the 8 cm Granatwerfer 34, designed for increased mobility. It was deployed in smaller units where standard mortars were impractical.
	12 cm Granatwerfer 42	The 12 cm Granatwerfer 42 was a heavy mortar based on captured Soviet designs, offering long-range and high-explosive firepower. Its destructive capability made it a valuable asset in German artillery units.
	10 cm Nebelwerfer 35	A German heavy mortar used before and during World War II. It fired 100mm smoke or high-explosive rounds and was employed for both offensive and smoke-screen purposes.
	Soltam K6 120mm Mortar	A modern Israeli 120mm mortar system used for indirect fire support. Known for its versatility, it has been widely adopted by various military forces.
	Brixia Model 35	The Brixia Model 35 is an Italian 45mm light mortar used during World War II, known for its innovative design and accuracy. Despite its advanced features, its low rate of fire limited its effectiveness in combat.
	81/14 Model 35 Mortar	The 81/14 Model 35 is an Italian medium mortar based on the French Brandt design, chambered in 81mm. Reliable and effective, it served extensively in Italian and German forces during World War II.
	Stokes mortar	The Stokes mortar was an innovative British World War I weapon, revolutionizing infantry firepower with its portability and rapid rate of fire. Its simple design influenced mortar development worldwide.
	13-inch seacoast mortar M. 1861	This massive Civil War-era mortar was designed to launch heavy projectiles over long distances to devastate fortifications. It was stationary and typically used in coastal or siege defenses. Its large shells caused significant destruction and psychological impact on enemy forces.