| Cardom | |
|---|---|
 Cardom 120 mm recoil mortar system | |
| Type | Recoil mortar system |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2003-present |
| Used by | US army, IDF, NATO forces and more |
| Wars | List of Conflicts |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Soltam Systems |
| Specifications | |
| Caliber | 81 mm or 120 mm |
| Rate of fire | 16 rounds per min, 4 rpm sustained |
The Cardom (English: Hatchet) is an Israeli 81 mm/120 mm recoil mortar system (RMS), manufactured by Soltam Systems. It is used by the US Army, the Israel Defence Forces, NATO countries, and others. The Cardom is an autonomous, computerized system for mounting on light and medium armored carriers. The system provides accurate and effective fire support.