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An RPG-22 rocket launcher.
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 larger a 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] Specifications
- Calibre: 72.5 mm
- Length
- Extended for firing: 850 mm
- Unarmed: 785 mm
- Weight: 2.8 kg
- Range:
- Maximum: 250 m (maximum)
- Typical: 150 to 200 m
- Velocity:
- Muzzle: 133 m/s
- Peak: 300 m/s
- Warhead: HEAT with penetration of 400 mm versus RHA, 1.2 m of brick or 1 m of concrete.
[edit] References
- Jane's Infantry Weapons 2005-2006.
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