RPG-22
The Soviet RPG-22 Netto is a one-shot disposable anti-tank rocket launcher first deployed in 1985, based on the RPG-18 rocket launcher, but firing a larger 72.5 mm fin stabilised projectile. The weapon fires an unguided projectile, can be prepared to fire in around 10 seconds, and can penetrate 400 mm of armour, 1.2 metres of brick or 1 metre of reinforced concrete.
| RPG-22 | |
|---|---|
RPG-22 launcher | |
| Type | Disposable Rocket-propelled grenade |
| Place of origin | Soviet Union |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1985–present |
| Used by | See Operators |
| Wars | Soviet–Afghan War Russo-Georgian War Iraq War Syrian Civil War Iraqi Civil War Russo-Ukrainian War |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 2.8 kg (loaded) |
| Length | 785 mm (unarmed) 850 mm (ready to fire) |
| Shell | HEAT |
| Caliber | 72.5 mm |
| Action | 400 mm: RHA 1000 mm: Concrete 1200 mm: Brick |
| Muzzle velocity | 133 m/s |
| Effective firing range | 150–200 m |
| Maximum firing range | 250 m |
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