WeaponsLaunchers
M79
The M79 is a single-shot break-action grenade launcher in DayZ that fires 40mm grenades. It can use 40mm Explosive Grenades, 40mm Smoke Grenades, and 40mm PO-X Grenades. It is repaired with a Gun Cleaning Kit and has a fixed 75m iron-sight zero.
Quick item summary
CategoryWeapons
SubcategoryLaunchers
Ammunition40mm Explosive Grenade, 40mm Smoke Grenade, 40mm PO-X Grenade
Repair withGun Cleaning Kit
Size6x3
Quick answer
The M79 is the only explosive launcher currently available in DayZ. Also known as the Thumper, it is a break-action grenade launcher chambered for 40mm grenade cartridges. It is heavily sought after because of its destructive potential and can fire explosive, smoke, and PO-X grenade rounds.
In-game description
“Break-action grenade launcher. Might look antiquated, but still effective. Uses 40mm grenades.”
Main Uses
- Launch explosive 40mm grenades at targets
- Fire smoke grenades for concealment or signaling
- Use PO-X grenades for gas-based area denial
- Engage players or infected with explosive splash damage
- Control chokepoints with specialty grenade ammunition
How to get M79
- Search military loot locations and high-tier weapon areas.
- Look for grenade launcher spawns alongside military weapons and explosives.
- Loot geared players carrying launchers or 40mm grenade ammunition.
Spawn info
MilitaryRare
- • The M79 is a grenade launcher in DayZ.
- • It was added in the 1.23 Experimental Patch.
- • It is the only explosive launcher currently available in-game.
- • It uses 40mm grenade ammunition.
Important notes
- The M79 is also known as the Thumper.
- It is a single-shot break-action launcher.
- It fires 40mm grenade cartridges.
- The currently available ammunition types are 40mm Explosive Grenade, 40mm Smoke Grenade, and the rare 40mm PO-X Grenade.
- It has iron sights with a fixed zero of 75m.
- It is the only explosive launcher currently available in DayZ.