50mm light mortar – firing (Soviet)

Description

The Soviet 50mm light mortar, notably the RM-38 and its successors (RM-39, RM-40, and RM-41), was developed for company-level infantry support during the early stages of the Second World War. Introduced in 1938, the RM-38 was based on the British Stokes design but featured a complex gas-venting system to adjust range, which proved unreliable and hazardous.

It had fixed elevation settings and a limited effective range of around 800 metres. Subsequent models attempted to improve safety and usability, with the RM-41 being a significant redesign influenced by captured German mortars. Despite these efforts, the 50mm calibre was ultimately deemed too weak, offering limited explosive power—less than some hand grenades. By 1943, the Red Army phased out 50mm mortars in favour of more effective 82mm and 120mm systems.

Nevertheless, large numbers were produced and used early in the war, with captured examples even reissued by German and Finnish forces

• Model: 50mm light mortar – firing
• Country/Army: Soviet
• Dimension (mm) (WxLxH): 28mm
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: RKX
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown.
• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These are designed by Bergman or TigerAce1945.