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.
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