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Explained: What is Russia's 2B11 smoothbore WW2-inspired weapons system?
Russia’s 2B11 smoothbore mortar system has been used to target infantry and weapons on the frontline in Ukraine, despite its appearance as a simple outdated launcher.
Modelled on the Second World War-era M43, the 120mm muzzle-loaded weapons system weighs 230kg and is operated by a crew of five.
Find out more about how it is being utilised by Russia in the video above.
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