RPG-22

RPG-22
RPG-22 launcher
TypeDisposable Rocket-propelled grenade
Place of originSoviet Union
Service history
In service1985–present
Used bySee Operators
WarsSoviet–Afghan War
Russo-Georgian War
Iraq War
Syrian Civil War
War in Iraq (2013–2017)
Russo-Ukrainian War
Specifications
Mass2.8 kg (loaded)
Length785 mm (unarmed)
850 mm (ready to fire)

ShellHEAT
Caliber72.5 mm
Action400 mm: RHA
1000 mm: Concrete
1200 mm: Brick
Muzzle velocity133 m/s
Effective firing range150–200 m
Maximum firing range250 m

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.