RPG-22
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RPG-22 | |
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RPG-22 launcher |
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Type | Rocket propelled grenade |
Place of origin | USSR |
Specifications | |
Weight | 2.8 kg |
Length | 785 mm (unarmed) 850 mm (ready to fire) |
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Shell | HEAT with penetration of 400 mm versus RHA |
Caliber | 72.5 mm |
Action | 1,200 mm: Brick 1,000 mm: Concrete |
Muzzle velocity | 133 m/s |
Effective range | 150–200m |
Maximum range | 250 m |
The Soviet RPG-22 Neto (Net) is a one-shot disposable anti-tank rocket launcher first deployed in 1985. The RPG-22 is based on the RPG-18 rocket launcher, but fires a larger 72.5 mm fin stabilised projectile. The weapon can be prepared to fire in around 10 seconds, and can penetrate 400 mm of armour.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- Jane's Infantry Weapons 2005–2006.