Template:Infobox weapon/doc

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Weapon infobox

Rifle, Caliber .30, M1
File:M1-Garand-Rifle.jpg An M1 Garand with en bloc clips
Type	Semi-automatic rifle
Place of origin	United States
Service history
In service	1936–present (U.S. military training and parades)
Used by	See § Users
Wars	World War II Korean War Arab–Israeli conflict First Indochina War Suez Crisis Vietnam War Cambodian Civil War The Troubles Other conflicts
Production history
Designer	John Garand
Designed	1932
Manufacturer	Springfield Armory Winchester Harrington & Richardson International Harvester Beretta Breda Springfield Armory, Inc. (civilian)
Produced	1936–1957
No. built	Approx. 6.0 million
Variants	M1C, M1D
Specifications
Mass	9.5 to 11.6 lb (4.3 to 5.3 kg)
Length	43.5 in (1,100 mm)
Barrel length	24 in (610 mm)
Cartridge	.30-06 Springfield 7.62×51mm NATO (U.S. Navy and some commercial versions)
Action	Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Muzzle velocity	2,800 ft/s (850 m/s)
Effective firing range	440 yd (400 m)
Feed system	8-round en bloc clip, internal magazine
Sights	Iron sights: Aperture rear, barleycorn-type front

A weapon infobox may be used to summarize information about a particular weapon or weapon system (such as a firearm, a sword, a grenade, an artillery piece, a torpedo, or a tank); cartridges and artillery shells should use {{Infobox firearm cartridge}} instead. The infobox should be added using the {{Infobox weapon}} template, as shown below:

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Place of origin	Country name
Specifications
Mass	123 kg (271 lb)
Length	123 mm (4.8 in)
length	123 mm (4.8 in)

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Note: When using parameters, avoid the ambiguous abbreviation "N/A", and instead use "unknown" or "none". All subjective or qualitative judgements and numerical quantities or statistics must be cited to a reliable source (see WP:MILMOS#CITE).

The infobox is intended as a quick reference. Don't add non-data items, like question marks, “none”, “see text” or links to article sections (the article's table of contents already does this). Only add “unknown” to assert that an information point is unknowable, not as a placeholder to show that it is missing from the article. Choose a representative model and indicate what it is with the spec_label parameter, instead of listing multiple data items in one field.

The template can also be used for general categories of weapons, such as tank and Katyusha rocket launcher, by including only some general characteristics.

General parameters:

• name – the formal name of the weapon.
• image – optional – an image of the weapon. The image must be given in the form File:Example.jpg in particular, the thumb attribute must not be selected.
• image_size – the size (in pixels) the image should be. Only required if the image is not a sensible size without being changed, but normally set anyway. Typically set to 300.
• alt – optional – a description of the image that replaces the image if it fails to load.
• caption – optional – the text to be placed below the image.
• type – optional – the type of weapon (e.g. "service rifle", "dress sword", and so forth).
• origin – optional – the country or place where the weapon originated or was first manufactured. Flag icons should not be used in this field, per MOS:INFOBOXFLAG and WP:MILMOS#FLAGS.

Type selection parameters (these parameters control whether—and how—particular specification fields will be displayed; multiple ones may be enabled where appropriate):

• is_ranged – "yes" if the weapon is a ranged weapon, such as a firearm or bow; must be left blank otherwise.
• is_bladed – "yes" if the weapon is a bladed, pointed, or blunt hand-held weapon, such as a sword, mace, or polearm; must be left blank otherwise.
• is_explosive – "yes" if the weapon is an explosive device, such as a grenade or bomb; must be left blank otherwise.
• is_artillery – "yes" if the weapon is a type of artillery, such as a cannon or mortar; must be left blank otherwise.
• is_vehicle – "yes" if the weapon is a self-propelled vehicle, such as a tank; must be left blank otherwise.
• is_missile – "yes" if the weapon is a self-propelled missile or torpedo; must be left blank otherwise.
• is_UK – "yes" if the field labels should use British/Commonwealth English (calibre, armour); must be left blank otherwise.

Service history parameters:

• service – optional – the period (usually given in years) when the weapon was in service.
• used_by – optional – the countries, armed forces, or other groups using the weapon; this may be omitted for weapons employed only in their country of origin.
• wars – optional – any wars during which the weapon saw service.

Production history parameters:

• designer – optional – the person or group responsible for designing the weapon.
• design_date – optional – the date (usually given as a year) when the weapon was designed.
• manufacturer – optional – the manufacturer of the weapon.
• unit_cost – optional – the unit cost of the weapon; this should only be indicated for weapons currently being produced.
• production_date – optional – the period (usually given in years) when the weapon was produced.
• number – optional – the number of weapons of this type that were manufactured.
• variants – optional – any variant models of the weapon.

General specification parameters:

• spec_label – optional – a label for the specifications, to be used when data for a particular variant is indicated; should be left blank otherwise.
• mass – optional – the mass of the weapon. For firearms, separate loaded and unloaded masses may be indicated.
• length – optional – the total length of the weapon.
• part_length – optional – a secondary length measurement. For firearms, this should be the barrel length; for bladed weapons, the length of the blade or head.
• width – optional – the total width of the weapon, where applicable; this is intended for use with larger weapons, such as artillery or vehicles.
• height – optional – the total height of the weapon, where applicable; this is intended for use with larger weapons, such as artillery or vehicles.
• diameter – optional – the diameter of the weapon, where applicable; this is intended for use with explosives and missiles.
• crew – optional – for crewed weapons, the number of people required.
• passengers – optional – for vehicles, the number of passengers carried.

Ranged weapon specification parameters (most only available if is_ranged is set to "yes"; some are also activated when is_explosive or is_artillery is set to "yes"):

• cartridge – optional – for firearms or artillery, the type(s) of cartridge or shell used.
• cartridge_weight – optional – for firearms or artillery, the mass of the cartridge or shell used.
• caliber – optional – for non-cartridge firearms or artillery, the caliber or interior diameter of the barrel; for cartridge-loaded firearms, caliber is indicated by the cartridge.
• barrels – optional – for firearms or artillery, the number of distinct barrels; this may be omitted if the weapon is single-barreled.
• action – optional – for firearms, the type of action (e.g. "flintlock").
• rate – optional – the rate of fire. For automatic firearms and auto-loading artillery, this is usually the cyclic rate. For other ranged weapons, an effective rate can be indicated if reputable sources for one are available.
• velocity – optional – for firearms or artillery, the muzzle velocity of the fired projectile.
• range – optional – the effective range of the weapon.
• max_range – optional – the maximum range of the weapon; for firearms this should be the maximum sight setting if used.
• feed – optional – for firearms, the feed system or magazine used.
• sights – optional – for firearms or artillery, the type of sights used.

Artillery specification parameters (only available if is_artillery is set to "yes"):

• breech – optional – for artillery, the type of breech mechanism.
• recoil – optional – for artillery, the recoil system used.
• carriage – optional – for artillery, the type of carriage used.
• elevation – optional – for artillery, the vertical range of possible firing angles.
• traverse – optional – for artillery, the horizontal range of possible firing angles.

Bladed weapon specification parameters (only available if is_bladed is set to "yes"):

• blade_type – optional – for bladed weapons (e.g. swords), a description of the blade.
• hilt_type – optional – for bladed weapons (e.g. swords), a description of the hilt.
• sheath_type – optional – for bladed weapons (e.g. swords), a description of the scabbard or sheath, if any.
• head_type – optional – for blunt or striking weapons (e.g. axes, polearms, or maces), a description of the head.
• haft_type – optional – for blunt or striking weapons (e.g. axes, polearms, or maces), a description of the haft.

Explosive weapon specification parameters (only available if is_explosive or is_missile is set to "yes"):

• filling – optional – the explosive filling material or warhead.
• filling_weight – optional – the mass of the explosive material or warhead.
• detonation – optional – the detonation trigger type (e.g. "timer", "pressure", "motion sensor").
• yield – optional – for larger explosives, the yield (in tons of TNT) of the device.

Vehicle/missile specification parameters (most only available if is_vehicle is set to "yes"; some are also activated if is_missile is set to "yes"):

• armour – optional – the armour plating of the vehicle; different armour thickness at different points may be indicated if needed.
• primary_weapon – optional – the primary armament mounted on the vehicle, if any.
• secondary_weapon – optional – the secondary armament mounted on the vehicle, if any.
• engine – optional – the type of engine used by the vehicle or missile.
• engine_power – optional – the power output of the engine, usually in hp or kW.
• pw_ratio – optional – the power-to-weight ratio, usually in hp/tonne.
• transmission – optional – the type of transmission used by the vehicle.
• payload_capacity – optional – the overall payload capacity weight of the vehicle.
• propellant – optional – for missiles, the propellant used.
• fuel_capacity – optional – the fuel capacity of the vehicle.
• drive – optional – the drivetrain wheel or track configuration (e.g. 4×4, 6×4, tracked)
• transmission – optional – the transmission of the vehicle.
• suspension – optional – the suspension of the vehicle.
• clearance – optional – the ground clearance of the vehicle.
• wingspan – optional – for missiles, the wingspan.
• vehicle_range – optional – the operational range of the vehicle or missile.
• ceiling – optional – for missiles, the flight ceiling.
• altitude – optional – for missiles, the normal flight altitude.
• depth – optional – for underwater weapons such as torpedoes, the maximum operating depth.
• boost – optional – for missiles, the maximum boost time.
• speed – optional – the maximum speed of the vehicle or missile; this is usually the road speed, but other values may be indicated if appropriate.
• guidance – optional – the guidance system used by the missile (or the vehicle, if uncrewed).
• steering – optional – the steering system used by the missile or vehicle.
• accuracy – optional – for missiles, the guidance accuracy.
• launch_platform – optional – for missiles, the launch platform.
• transport – optional – for missiles, the transportation vehicle or method, if different from the launch platform.

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An infobox for weapon.

Template parameters

This template has custom formatting.

Parameter		Description	Type	Status
Name	name	The formal name of the weapon.	String	required
Image	image	An image of the weapon. The image must be given in the form Example.jpg; in particular, the thumb attribute must not be selected.	File	optional
Caption	caption	The text to be placed below the image.	String	optional
Origin	origin	The country or place where the weapon originated or was first manufactured. Flag icons should be avoided in this field, per WP:MOSFLAG and WP:MILMOS#FLAGS.	String	optional
Type	type	The type of weapon.	String	optional
Is ranged	is_ranged	Yes if the weapon is a ranged weapon, such as a firearm or bow; must be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Is bladed	is_bladed	Yes if the weapon is a bladed, pointed, or blunt hand-held weapon, such as a sword, mace, or polearm; must be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Is explosive	is_explosive	Yes if the weapon is an explosive device, such as a grenade or bomb; must be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Is artillery	is_artillery	Yes if the weapon is a type of artillery, such as a cannon or mortar; must be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Is vehicle	is_vehicle	Yes if the weapon is a self-propelled vehicle, such as a tank; must be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Is missile	is_missile	Yes if the weapon is a self-propelled missile or torpedo; must be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Is UK	is_UK	Yes if the field labels should use British/Commonwealth English (calibre, armour); must be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Service	service	The period (usually given in years) when the weapon was in service.	Line	optional
Used by	used_by	The countries, armed forces, or other groups using the weapon; this may be omitted for weapons employed only in their country of origin.	Line	optional
Wars	wars	Any wars during which the weapon saw service.	Line	optional
Designer	designer	The person or group responsible for designing the weapon.	String	optional
Design date	design_date	The date (usually given as a year) when the weapon was designed.	String	optional
Manufacturer	manufacturer	The manufacturer of the weapon.	String	optional
Unit cost	unit_cost	The unit cost of the weapon; this should only be indicated for weapons currently being produced.	String	optional
Production date	production_date	The period (usually given in years) when the weapon was produced.	String	optional
Number	number	The number of weapons of this type that were manufactured.	Number	optional
Variants	variants	Any variant models of the weapon.	Line	optional
Special label	spec_label	A label for the specifications, to be used when data for a particular variant is indicated; should be left blank otherwise.	String	optional
Weight	weight	The weight of the weapon. For firearms, separate loaded and unloaded weights may be indicated.	Number	optional
Length	length	The total length of the weapon.	Number	optional
Part length	part_length	A secondary length measurement. For firearms, this should be the barrel length; for bladed weapons, the length of the blade or head.	Number	optional
Width	width	The total width of the weapon, where applicable; this is intended for use with larger weapons, such as artillery or vehicles.	Number	optional
Height	height	The total height of the weapon, where applicable; this is intended for use with larger weapons, such as artillery or vehicles.	Number	optional
Diameter	diameter	The diameter of the weapon, where applicable; this is intended for use with explosives and missiles.	Number	optional
Wingspan	wingspan	For missiles, the wingspan.	String	optional
Crew	crew	For crewed weapons, the number of people required.	Number	optional
Passengers	passengers	For vehicles, the number of passengers carried.	Number	optional
Cartridge	cartridge	For firearms or artillery, the type(s) of cartridge or shell used.	String	optional
Cartridge weight	cartridge_weight	For firearms or artillery, the weight of the cartridge or shell used.	Number	optional
Caliber	caliber	For non-cartridge firearms or artillery, the caliber or interior diameter of the barrel; for cartridge-loaded firearms, caliber is indicated by the cartridge.	Number	optional
Barrels	barrels	For firearms or artillery, the number of distinct barrels; this may be omitted if the weapon is single-barreled.	Number	optional
Action	action	For firearms, the type of action (e.g. flintlock).	String	optional
Rate	rate	The rate of fire. For automatic firearms and auto-loading artillery, this is usually the cyclic rate. For other ranged weapons, an effective rate can be indicated if reputable sources for one are available.	String	optional
Velocity	velocity	For firearms or artillery, the muzzle velocity of the fired projectile.	Number	optional
Range	range	The effective range of the weapon.	Number	optional
Max range	max_range	The maximum range of the weapon; for firearms this should be the maximum sight setting if used.	Number	optional
Feed	feed	For firearms, the feed system or magazine used.	String	optional
Sights	sights	For firearms or artillery, the type of sights used.	String	optional
Breech	breech	For artillery, the type of breech mechanism.	String	optional
Recoil	recoil	For artillery, the recoil system used.	String	optional
Carriage	carriage	For artillery, the type of carriage used.	String	optional
Elevation	elevation	For artillery, the vertical range of possible firing angles.	String	optional
Traverse	traverse	For artillery, the horizontal range of possible firing angles.	String	optional
Blade type	blade_type	For bladed weapons (e.g. swords), a description of the blade.	String	optional
Hilt type	hilt_type	For bladed weapons (e.g. swords), a description of the hilt.	String	optional
Sheath type	sheath_type	For bladed weapons (e.g. swords), a description of the scabbard or sheath, if any.	String	optional
Head type	head_type	For blunt or striking weapons (e.g. axes, polearms, or maces), a description of the head.	String	optional
Haft type	haft_type	For blunt or striking weapons (e.g. axes, polearms, or maces), a description of the haft.	String	optional
Filling	filling	The explosive filling material or warhead.	String	optional
filling_weight	filling_weight	The weight of the explosive material or warhead.	Number	optional
Detonation	detonation	the detonation trigger type (e.g. timer, pressure, motion sensor).	String	optional
Yield	yield	For larger explosives, the yield (in tons of TNT) of the device.	String	optional
Armour	armour	The armour plating of the vehicle; different armour thickness at different points may be indicated if needed.	String	optional
Primary weapon	primary_weapon	The primary armament mounted on the vehicle, if any.	String	optional
Secondary weapon	secondary_weapon	The secondary armament mounted on the vehicle, if any.	String	optional
Engine	engine	The type of engine used by the vehicle or missile.	String	optional
Engine power	engine_power	The power output of the engine, usually in hp or kW.	Number	optional
Pw ratio	pw_ratio	The power-to-weight ratio, usually in hp/tonne.	Number	optional
Transmission	transmission	The type of transmission used by the vehicle.	String	optional
Payload capacity	payload_capacity	The overall payload capacity weight of the vehicle.	String	optional
Propellant	propellant	For missiles, the propellant used.	String	optional
Fuel capacity	fuel_capacity	The fuel capacity of the vehicle.	Number	optional
Suspension	suspension	The suspension of the vehicle.	String	optional
Clearance	clearance	The ground clearance of the vehicle.	String	optional
Vehicle range	vehicle_range	The operational range of the vehicle or missile.	String	optional
Ceiling	ceiling	For missiles, the flight ceiling.	String	optional
Altitude	altitude	For missiles, the normal flight altitude.	String	optional
Depth	depth	For underwater weapons such as torpedoes, the maximum operating depth.	String	optional
Boost	boost	For missiles, the maximum boost time.	String	optional
Maximum speed	speed	The maximum speed of the vehicle or missile; this is usually the road speed, but other values may be indicated if appropriate.	Number	optional
Guidance	guidance	The guidance system used by the missile (or the vehicle, if uncrewed).	String	optional
Steering	steering	The steering system used by the missile or vehicle.	String	optional
Accuracy	accuracy	For missiles, the guidance accuracy.	String	optional
Launch platform	launch_platform	For missiles, the launch platform.	String	optional
Transport	transport	For missiles, the transportation vehicle or method, if different from the launch platform.	String	optional