M72 Study Guide
 

Posted Sunday, June 24, 2007

How many spring-loaded fins are attached to the M72A2/A3 LAW?
6

What is the muzzle velocity of the M72A2 and M72A3?
475 fps

Describe the M72A2/A3 LAW
The M72A2/A3 LAW is a lightweight, self-contained, antiarmor weapon consisting of a rocket packed in a launcher. The M72A2/A3 LAW is man-portable and may be fired from either shoulder.

What is the length of the Launcher of the M72A2 and the M72A3?

• Closed- 24.8 inches
• Fully extended- 34.67 inches

In reference to the Rocket in the M72A2 and the M72A3, how long is it and how much does it weigh?

• Length- 20 inches
• Weight- 2.2 lbs

What FM covers the use of the M72 LAW?
FM 3-23.25

What is the Minimum range of the M72A2 and the M72A3 in a combat environment?
10 meters

What is the Maximum Range of the M72A2 and the M72A3?
1000 meters

What is the Maximum Effective range of the M72A2 and the M72A3?

• Stationary target- 200 meters
• Moving Target- 165 meters

Because the M72-series LAW is issued as a round of ammunition rather than as a weapon,
inspection is limited to a visual examination of the sealed unit. How do you inspect the M72 series LAW?

• Check the body for dents, cracks, or bulges.
• Check the rubber boots covering the trigger bar and barrel detent for tears and punctures.
• Ensure the arming handle is present and on SAFE and that the pull pin is in place.
• Check the data plate for the phrase, W/COUPLER.

What is the first thing that you should do before engaging a target with the LAW?
Determine its range

What kind of projectile is fired form the LAW?
A 66 mm high explosive, antitank (HEAT), percussion ignited, fin-stabilized, fixed munitions rocket.

What is the first step in preparing the LAW for use?
Inspect its overall condition

What is the weight of a complete M72A2?
1.1 lbs

What is the weight of a complete M72A3?
1.5 lbs

If you have a misfire with the M72A2/A3 LAW, what should you do?
Combat Environment:

• Squeeze the trigger again immediately.
• If the launcher still fails to fire, place the trigger arming handle on SAFE.
• Partly collapse the launcher, than extend it to cock it again.
• Place it on your shoulder, check the backblast area again, and then arm, aim, and fire the launcher.
• If the LAW still fails to fire, squeeze the trigger again and return the trigger arming handle to
• SAFE. Collapse the launcher, set it aside, and try another one. As soon as possible, dispose of the misfired LAW IAW unit SOP.

• Squeeze the trigger again.
• If the launcher still fails to fire, keep the launcher on your shoulder, announce “Misfire,” and wait 10 seconds. Place the trigger arming handle on SAFE.
• Move the launcher from your shoulder and wait one minute.
• Extend the launcher to cock it again, check the backblast area, place the launcher back on your shoulder, pull the arming handle to the ARM position, aim, and squeeze the trigger bar.
• If the launcher again fails to fire, wait 10 seconds before returning the trigger arming handle to the SAFE position.
• Keep the launcher trained on the target area at least one minute; DO NOT collapse the launcher.
• Move the launcher to a safe area and dispose of it IAW unit SOP.