Modular, lightweight vehicle barrier system deployable by two people for rapid access control.
MPS-MP
Modular Protective System (MPS)
Mortar Pit
A modular, rapidly deployable protective position that shields mortar teams from small arms, blast, and indirect fire.
Mortar Pits
The Modular Protective System (MPS) Mortar Pit provides warfighters with a rapidly deployable and reusable protective position for mortar teams or similar assets. Designed for speed and reliability in the field, it offers protection against small arms, blasts, and rocket, artillery, and mortar (RAM) threats—without the need for heavy equipment or specialized tools.
Built with lightweight space frames and composite armor panels, the Mortar Pit can be constructed in just 45 minutes with a 4-person team. Its modular, man-portable components make it durable, reusable, and easy to assemble or disassemble in any environment, even on uneven terrain where no soil fill or leveling is required.
Edwards Design and Fabrication, Inc. is the licensed manufacturer for the MPS Mortar Pit and is authorized to deliver it to both government and commercial customers. From fabricating test units and conducting demonstrations to producing deployed hardware, we support the Mortar Pit program with proven expertise.
Three Primary Benefits of MPS Mortar Pit
Whether protecting mortar teams, command posts, or other critical assets, the Modular Protective System (MPS) Mortar Pit delivers a rapidly deployable, reusable defensive solution. Designed for survivability under fire, the Mortar Pit provides validated protection against small arms, indirect fire, and blast threats—ensuring teams stay mission-ready in any environment.
Rapid, Man-Portable
Assembly
All components are lightweight and man-portable, requiring no heavy equipment or special tools. A 4-person team can construct a full Mortar Pit in just 45 minutes, enabling fast deployment in high-risk environments.
Flexible & Reusable
Protection
The Mortar Pit is modular and easily disassembled for reuse across missions. With layered armor panels, its protection level can be tailored to meet specific threats. It adapts seamlessly to uneven terrain without the need for soil fill or grading.
Proven Survivability,
Built to Withstand Threats
Validated against small arms, blasts, and rocket, artillery, and mortar (RAM) threats, the Mortar Pit delivers durable and reliable protection. With resistance to environmental degradation and the ability to be helicopter sling-loaded, it ensures long-term operational resilience.
MPS-MP FAQ
What comes in a standard Mortar Pit kit?
Each Mortar Pit kit includes lightweight space frames, composite armor panels, leveling pads, stabilizer bars, and connectors. Components are man-portable and packed for transport in a Tricon container, making them easy to move and deploy.
Do I need heavy machinery to deploy it?
No. The Mortar Pit requires no heavy machinery or special tools. All parts are designed to be carried and assembled by soldiers in the field.
How quickly can it be assembled?
A trained 4-person team can fully assemble the Mortar Pit in 45 minutes.
What kind of protection does it provide?
The Mortar Pit is validated to protect against small arms, indirect fire, blast threats, and rocket/artillery/mortar (RAM) threats. It can also defeat shoulder-fired rockets and shaped charges with its triggering screen.
Is the system reusable?
Yes. The Mortar Pit can be easily disassembled, transported, and reused for future missions. Its components are durable, resistant to environmental degradation, and adaptable to uneven terrain.
