diff --git a/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp b/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp
index 77de7c18b..bec2c8a72 100644
--- a/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp	
+++ b/Tactical/Inventory Choosing.cpp	
@@ -532,6 +532,7 @@ void GenerateRandomEquipment( SOLDIERCREATE_STRUCT *pp, INT8 bSoldierClass, INT8
 					bKnifeClass = 0;
 					break;
 				case IC_LAUNCHER:
+					pItem->ubGunState |= GS_CARTRIDGE_IN_CHAMBER;
 					fGrenadeLauncher = FALSE;
 					fMortar = FALSE;
 					fRPG = FALSE;