RShG-1
Overview
RShG-1
RShG-1 disposable rocket launcher with thermobaric warhead.
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RShG-1 / Reaktivnaya Shturmovaya Granata 1
Russian for "rocket-propelled assault grenade"
Tavolga-1 (nickname)
Description
Introduction
The RShG-1 is a modern disposable rocket launcher of Russian origin. It is not an anti-tank weapon, but intended for use against personnel in buildings or field fortifications. It is one of a series of Russian weapons intended for use in urban combat.
Design
The RShG-1 is developed from the RPG-27 rocket launcher. The launch tube and rocket motor of the RPG-26 are retained. However, the warhead is much larger and heavier. Its filler and fuse are derived from the TBG-7V thermobaric rocket for the RPG-7.
Firepower
The RShG-1 uses a thermobaric warhead that has an explosive power equivalent of 5 kg TNT. This makes the RShG-1 far more effective against infantry in buildings and soft skin vehicles than rocket launchers using a shaped charge warhead. Since the RShG-1 has hardly The RShG-1 has a range of up to 600 m against area targets.
Users
The RShG-1 was officially adopted by Soviet forces in the early 2000's. It is difficult to ascertain the quantity in service and to which types of units it is allocated. It is known to be in use with specialist units such as those tasked with counter terrorism or urban combat. RShG-1 is also marketed for export sales.
Details
Media
RShG-1
RShG-1 disposable rocket launcher with thermobaric warhead.
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RShG-1
Soldier in firing position holding a RShG-1 disposable rocket launcher with thermobaric warhead.
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RShG-1
RShG-1, a disposable anti-personnel rocket launcher with thermobaric warhead.
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