The Heckler & Koch AG36 is a German-made under-barrel grenade launcher that is designed to be attached to the G36 assault rifle. The AG36 was developed as a replacement for the older AG3 and AG4 grenade launchers, which were considered to be outdated and inadequate for modern warfare.
It is used by the British Army under the designation L17A1 and L123A2 UGL (Underslung Grenade Launcher). The L123A2 UGL is used on the L85A2, while the L17A1 is used on the L119A1 carbine (C8SFW).
Design Details[]
The AG36 is a single-shot, break-open grenade launcher that is chambered in 40x46mm low-velocity grenades. It is designed to be mounted underneath the barrel of the G36 assault rifle, which allows the user to carry and fire both weapons at the same time. The AG36 has a folding front and rear sight that can be used to aim the weapon, and it can also be fitted with a variety of different optics if needed.
One of the key features of the AG36 is its modular design, which allows the weapon to be easily adapted to different scenarios and environments. The AG36 can be quickly and easily attached to the G36 assault rifle, and it can also be fitted with a variety of different barrels and other accessories, such as a flash suppressor or a laser.