The Israeli Defence Forces also adopted the weapon (under the name "Maklar" - Mikla Rimonim = Grenade machinegun), fielding it in infantry and mechanized units.
Sweden made the Mk 19 under license as the Grksp 40 mm grenade launcher. Taiwan has this made under license as the Type 83 made by the Combined Service Forces.The Mk 19 has been used by American forces in Somalia (1993) and in Iraq (1991) by special forces operating behind enemy lines and Military Police. It is currently in widespread use in the U.S. Military.
The Polish Army bought a number of Mk 19 grenade launchers for their armed forces - used mostly in Afghanistan
The Mexican Army uses the Mk 19 extensively in its war with powerful drug cartels.
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