Page details technical specifications, development, and operational history of the M20 (Super Bazooka) Shoulder-Fired Anti-Tank Rocket Launcher including pictures.

Original Item: Only one available. Once plentiful on the collector’s market, these have become extremely hard to find and this example is offered in great condition. It is the first one we have had in years and it comes with a M29A2 Inert Practice Round. The classic Bazooka from the John Wayne Movies! This is the real McCoy, all cast aluminum two-piece take down construction, deactivated to BATF specs. Nicely Marked- LAUNCHER, ROCKET3.5 INCH M20 A1 B1SERIAL NO. 276017BIRTMAN ELEC CO Facts of the Rocket Launcher, M20 “Super Bazooka” - Large 3.5 in (90 mm) diameter warhead- Could penetrate up to 11 inches (280 mm) of armor- Extended range by about 150 m- Originally a larger version of the M9A1, designated M20 in late 1944.- Entered active service just before the start of the Korean War.- Lightweight version with barrels made of cast aluminum, other components simplified- Rocket Launcher, M20A1/A1B1 “Super Bazooka” was a product-improved variant with improved connector latch assembly, entering production in 1952. Comes complete with original optical sight and original paint, though it has been repainted several times. Also included is an U.S. M20 Super Bazooka M29A2 Inert Practice Round. Light weight, it assembles to approximately 60 inches in overall length.

The US was one of the few major military powers that went into World War II without a substantial infantry antitank weapon. Most countries had an antitank ri…