STK40 Automatic Grenade Launcher

Reading Time: 2 minutes The Bangladesh Army employs the STK40 Automatic Grenade Launcher (AGL) Mk2, an improved version of the Singaporean-made support weapon produced by ST Kinetics. Designed to provide long-range, explosive suppressive fire, the STK40 Mk2 serves as a key asset at platoon and company level, giving infantry units a powerful area-effect capability that bridges the gap between small-arms fire and heavier crew-served weapons. Like its predecessor, the launcher fires 40×53 mm high-velocity grenades, but the Mk2 version introduces significant refinements. One of its most notable improvements is a weight reduction of nearly 6 kilograms, making it easier for crews to carry and deploy. Handling and ergonomics have been enhanced, and the weapon incorporates an updated barrel removal system, allowing faster barrel changes and simpler maintenance during sustained operations. The overall design benefits from better performance, improved aesthetics, and more user-friendly controls, all of which enhance its utility in