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Far Future Enterprises
HAND GRENADES
Chemical Country: General
Type: Chemical Grenade Manufacturer -
Production Y /
Method of Fire: Thrown Reload NA -
In-Service Y:
Weapon Weight: 0,50kg Ammo Wt NA Users: All the countries in the world
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Arwen 37 Country: UK
Type: Portable Grenade Launcher Manufacturer Royal Small Arms Factory
Production Y /
Method of Fire: Dir. / Ind. Reload Ind. 1977 / 1979
In-Service Y:
Weapon Weight: 3,10kg Ammo Wt 0,30kg Users: UK
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Tishina means Silence in Russian. The BS-1 is the designation of the weapon system BS-1
including an AKMS assault rifle loaded with 7.62R Subsonic, suppressor and GSN-19 Weapon system
Launcher.
The GSN-19 is one of the most interesting weapons designed for the Soviet special
forces. It uses a special blank 5.45S (Mag 10) or 7.62R (Mag 8)cartridges in a
detachable magazine to operate a piston system within a limited volume breach to fire GSN-19
the grenade. The grenade itself doesn't have a propelant of its own at all. Instead it is Grenade Launcher
rather pushed (by the piston) out of the barrel. The system is completely silent and
muzzle flash free.
After shooting the grenade a few second has to be waited for the pressure to lower
before new shot can be reloaded. The grenade is loaded via the muzzle and the new
cartridge is loaded using bolt-action.
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M203PI
the standalone variant is
apparently very similar
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LAW 80 Country: UK
Type: Disposable Portable RPG Launcher Manufacturer Hunting Engineering
Production Y /
Method of Fire: Direct Reload Disp. 1986 - 2009 / 1992 - 2009
In-Service Y:
Weapon Weight: 10,00kg Ammo Wt NA Users: UK, Botswana, Jordan, Sierra Leone
The M72 is one of the most used disposable RPGs in the world. The
weapon has a significant back fire.
It has several different variants.
M72EC LAW Mk1
A2: An improved rocket with increased penetration
A3: Has Iimproved safety features
A5: Uses an improved launcher
M72EC Mk1: An increased penetration of 450mm RHA (66mm HEAT-M)
M72A5 LAW
17 more variants exists. A new variant of the M72EC with Confined
Space ability is being tested by the Danes in 2020.
The M72A5 is adopted by Finnish Defense Forces with the designation
66KES88. It was replaced with the M72EC Mk1 (66KES12) in 2018.
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The MBT LAW is also known as NLAW. It's a short range Fire-and-
Forget missile with an IR tracking sensor. After the launch, the
target has to be kept in sights for 3 sec to acquire the missile-
lock. The missile is a so-called top-attack missile. However the
mode can be changed to a direct-attack against vehicles with
lighter armor.
The NLAW is adopted by Finnish Defense Forces designated as
the "102 RSLPSTOHJ NLAW". It is an abbreviation and translates
to "102mm close range anti-tank missile NLAW". The 102mm
refers to diameter of the charge, not of the warhead
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The MGK Bur is a lighter 62mm variant of the RPO-M. Just like
the the RPO, also the MGK is officially a RPG instead a rocket-
assisted flamethrower as it uses a TBX-warhead.
The MGK Bur uses the same reusable fire control unit as the
RPOs. The disposable launch tube however is considerably
shorter, only 74cm (29,1in). The MGK is one of the smallest
shoulder launched weapons in the world.
It can fire also the HEDP fragmentation warhead.
The MGK Bur Is so-called CS-launcher and can be fired inside
confined space of over 30m2 (320ft2).
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Armor: Two major types of armors Bullpup weapons also have easier and Offensive : A concussion grenade
can be found on vehicles. Reactive and better recoil control. Downsides include with no or highly limited amount of
non-reactive (or regular). Regular armor higher risk of injury if malfunctions occur, fragmentations. Only blast effect
is either RHA or composite and acts as shorter sight radius with iron sights, Stun : A stun or diversion grenade
shielding barrier between projectiles and possible ear damage as the firearm action which is considered a non-lethal weapon
the insides of the vehicle. is nearer to shooters ear, stiffer and less and intended to stun the targets rather
Reactive on the other hand comes in precise trigger and less intuitive and than harm them physically. Even though,
various forms where the most common is ergonomic magazine change. Stun grenades can cause injuries if one is
ERA (Explosive Reactive Armor). ERA Caliber: Inside diameter of the gun detonated in close proximity.
explodes on hit and alters the angle of hit barrel. Stated either in mm or parts of an Grip: Grip is where the weapon is held
and velocity of the shaped charge inch. Ie. 9mm or .44 (44% of an inch). from with the stronger hand. Located
warhead to weaken its penetrating Chamber: A cavity or a cylinder in the usually right after the stock and before
capabilities. Reactive armor is being used weapon where the cartridge is inserted magazine. Most rifles don’t have a pistol-
in most of the modern heavy armored prior to being fired. The rear opening of style grip but the grip is actually shaped as
vehicles. the chamber is called the breech. a part of the stock.
Attack type: Some anti-tank guided Double Action: A trigger mechanism Grip, front: Might be undetachable
missile systems have a type of attack of a handgun which cocks the hammer (fixed or folding) or a rail mounted
stated. and fires the weapon with a single pull of accessory. Front grip is used to provide
Magnetic: Missile has a magnetic trigger. Refers to two actions performed better control against .
sensor which guides the missile to hit the by the single trigger action. DA weapons Magazine: A storage and feeding
lightest armor of the side it approaches are usually capable of also SA, but a device for repeating firearms. Can be
Over-Head: Missile flies high and will “double action only” is also possible. DAO either internal or detachable. Also known
always hit the roof or top of the tower weapons are uncapable of firing using a as the clip. Usually spring loaded.
from above. pre-cocked hammer. Alternative terms: Magazines come in practically all shapes
Top-Attack: Missile flies high and will DA, DAO and sizes like box, drums, belts, tubes,
always hit the top or the tower of the Double barrel / Multi barrel: Usually revolving cylinders, internal etc. Most
vehicle from the direction it approaches. a shotgun configuration of two or more common magazine standard in western
Bolt (of the gun): Is a mechanical part barrels of the same caliber in one firearm. world is probably a STAGNAG magazine
which blocks the rear opening (breech) of Can be side-by-side or over/under which defines the interface of the
the chamber when a repeating weapon is configuration. Weapon has either one magazine, magazine dimensions and
fired. Moves forward and backward by trigger, which fires each barrel in operating mechanisms. Therefore, it
either manual force (ie. Bolt- or lever- sequence, or multiple triggers, in which allows magazines ranging from 1 round
action) or automatically (semi-auto or full case all of the barrels may be fired capacity to 150 round double drums.
auto) using the gas system of the weapon. simultaneously. STAGNAG = STANdardization AGreement.
Bolt-action: Similar to lever action Full-automatic: Automatically Muzzle: The front end of the barrel
but the manual action is performed using reloads the chamber and fires the shot for where the projectile exits. May be
a bolt handle which operates the bolt as long as the trigger is pulled. Alternative threaded or unthreaded. Suppressors,
directly. Bolt action weapons may also be terms: Full-auto flash hiders, muzzle breaks etc. can only
manually loaded by inserting a new Grenade, Hand = There are 6 types of be attached to a threaded muzzle.
cartridge directly into the chamber when grenades presented here. Pump-action: Usually seen in
the bolt handle is drawn back and the Anti-Tank : Equipped with a shaped shotguns. A manual pump below the
chamber is open. Some bolt action charged. Some may have a small barrel is used to perform the ejecting and
weapons use undetachable internal parachute to enable the warhead (and reloading action and preparing the
magazines. Bolt action rifles have the shaped charge) to hit in the correct hammer/striker. Usually pump action
superior accuracy and reliability angle for maximum effect. weapons have an internal tube magazine
compared to autoloading designs. Chemical : A grenade filled with below the barrel.
Burst: A full-auto firing mode where chemical agent. See Introduction for Rails: A system of specific rails which
2-5 rounds are fired with a single pull of more information provides a mounting platform for
trigger. Defensive : A fragmentation grenade accessories. Example of accessories are
Bullpup: A configuration of a firearm which has a special fragmentation casing variety of optical sights, lights, pointers,
where the firearm action is located which is supposed to spread to aiming aids, front grips, bipods etc…
behind the trigger. This results a surrounding area of explosion Alternative terms: Picatinny rail, Pic rail,
considerably shorter overall length when Illumination : Used to illuminate the MIL-STD-1913
compared to conventional firearm. This target area. Revolver: A repeating firearm which
results in lesser weight and length than a contains a revolving cylinder which
regular setup with a same length barrel. houses multiple chambers.
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Weapon Type Year Country Page MGK Bur Port. RPG 2012 RUS 37
GENERAL Weapon Type Year Country Page
Chemical Hand Gr NA Gen. 6
Illumination - Trad Hand Gr 1940 Gen. 9 RG-6 / 6G30 Port. GL 1994 RUS 22
Incendiary / M14 TH3 Hand Gr 1995 Gen. / USA 10 RG-42 Defensive Hand Gr 1940 USSR 14
Offensive / Mk3A1 Hand Gr 1918 Gen. / USA 13 RGD-5 Defensive Hand Gr 1952 USSR / RUS 14
Stun / M116-A1 Hand Gr 1990 Gen. / USA 10 RGD-33 Off / Def Hand Gr 1933 USSR / RUS 14
BELGIUM RGM-40 "Kastet" Port. GL 1997 RUS 22
FN40 GL / Mk13 Mod 0 L/H Port. GL 2004 BEL 18 RGN Offensive Frag Hand Gr 1981 USSR / RUS 15
FN GL1 Port. GL 2001 BEL 18 RGS-50M Port. GL 1998 RUS 23
PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA RKG-3 AT Hand Gr 1948 USSR 15
DZJ-08 Disp. RPG 2000 CHN 29 RKG-3EM AT Hand Gr 1960 USSR 15
FHJ-84 / FHJ-02 Port. RPG 1984 CHN 36 RPG-7V2 Port. RPG 1958 USSR / RUS 38
HJ-8 ATGM Sys. 1984 CHN 44 RPG-16 Udar Port. RPG 1968 USSR / RUS 39
HJ-11 ATGM Sys. 2010 CHN 45 RPG-18 Mukha Disp. RPG 1970 USSR / RUS 32
HJ-12 Red Arrow Port. RPG 2014 CHN 36 RPG-22 Netto Disp. RPG 1982 USSR / RUS 32
PF-98 Port. RPG 1997 CHN 38 RPG-26 Aglen Disp. RPG 1982 USSR / RUS 32
QLU-11 / LG5 Mt. GL 2010 CHN 27 RPG-27 Tavolga Disp. RPG 1989 USSR / RUS 33
QLZ-04 Mt. GL 2002 CHN 27 RPG-28 Klyukva Disp. RPG 2008 RUS 33
QLZ-87 Mt. GL 1988 CHN 27 RPG-29 Vampir Port. RPG 1989 USSR / RUS 39
Type 69 RPG Port. RPG 1970 CHN 40 RPG-30 Kryuk Disp. RPG 2008 RUS 33
Type 89 RPG Disp. RPG 1989 CHN 34 RPG-32 Barkas Port. RPG 2012 RUS 39
Type 91 / QBZ-91 Port. GL 1991 CHN 23 RPO Shmel Disp. RPG 1988 USSR / RUS 34
FRANCE RPO-M Shmel-M Port. RPG 2003 RUS 40
ERYX Enhanced ATGM Sys. 1993 FRA 44 TsKIB SOO GP25/30/34 Port. GL 1978 USSR / RUS 23
F1 French Defensive Hand Gr 1915 FRA 7 SINGAPORE & REPUBLIC OF SOUTH A FRICA
MILAN ER ATGM Sys. 1972 FRA / DEU (W) / DEU45 STK-40 AGL Mt. GL 1991 SGP 28
MMP ATGM Sys. 2014 FRA 45 Denel Y3 AGL Mt. GL 2003 RSA 25
RAC-112 APILAS Disp. RPG 1983 FRA 31 Milkor Mk14 Mod 0 Port. GL 1980 RSA 21
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY (WEST GERMANY) / GERMANY REPUBLIC OF KOREA (SOUTH KOREA) & SPAIN
AG36 Port. GL 2005 DEU 16 Daewoo K4 Mt. GL 1993 KOR 25
AG-C/EGLM Port. GL 2008 DEU 16 SB LAG-40 Mt. GL 1985 SPA 28
Armbrust Disp. RPG 1970 DEU (W) / DEU 29 SWEDEN
DM51 Offensive/Defensive Hand Gr 1978 DEU (W) / DEU 6 AT4 CS Disp. RPG 1985 SWE 29
H&K GMG Mt. GL 1996 DEU 25 Carl Gustav Recoilless Rifle Port. RPG 1946 SWE 35
H&K HK69A1 Port. GL 1979 DEU (W) / DEU 19 MBT LAW / NLAW Disp. RPG 2009 SWE / UK 31
H&K M25 Port. GL 2008 DEU 19 RBS-56 BILL ATGM Sys. 1985 SWE 46
H&K M320 Port. GL 2008 DEU 20 RBS-56B BILL-2 ATGM Sys. 1997 SWE 46
M 1924 Stielhandgranate Hand Gr 1915 DEU 13 SWITZERLAND & UKRAINE
Panzerfaust 3 Port. RPG 1990 DEU (W) / DEU 38 HG 85 / L109A1 Defensive Hand Gr 1985 SUI 7
ISRAEL UAG-40 Mt. GL 2013 UKR 28
B-300 Port. RPG 1982 ISR 35 UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN
MATADOR / RGW90 MP Disp. RPG 1999 ISR / DEU / SGP 31 Arwen 37 Port. GL 1977 GBR 16
Shipon Disp. RPG 1998 ISR 34 LAW 80 Disp. RPG 1986 GBR 30
Spike MR/LR 4G ATGM Sys. 1980 ISR 46 Mills Bomb Defensive Hand Gr 1914 GBR 11
ITALY UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Beretta GLX160 Port. GL 2008 ITA 17 BGM-71A-C TOW ATGM Sys. 1968 USA 43
OD82/SE Defensive Hand Gr 2005 ITA 13 BGM-71D-H TOW-2 ATGM Sys. 1983 USA 44
JAPAN & NORWAY China Lake 1968 / 2007 Port. GL 1968 USA 17
Howa Type 96 Mt. GL 1996 JPN 26 CTS M7290 9-Bang Stun Hand Gr 1995 USA 6
HGF60-3,5 Defensive Hand Gr 2002 NOR / FIN 8 FGM-148 Javelin Port. RPG 1996 USA 35
HGF163-3,5 Defensive Hand Gr 1994 NOR / FIN 8 Hawk MM-1 Port. GL 1970 USA 20
HGO225-3,5 Offensive Hand Gr 1998 NOR / FIN 8 L-Tron Illumination Hand Gr 2020 USA 9
POLAND & ROMANIA M13 TBX Device Hand Gr 2018 USA 9
GSBO40 Port. GL 2009 POL 19 M34 Incen Hand Gr 1957 USA 10
RGP-40 Port. GL 2010 POL 22 M47 Super Dragon Port. RPG 1975 USA 36
AGA-40 Md.85 Mt. GL 1988 ROM 24 M67 Defensive Hand Gr 1968 USA 11
SOVIET UNION / RUSSIA M72A5 / M72EC Mk1 Disp. RPG 1962 USA 30
9K14-2 Malyutka-2 / AT-3D ATGM Sys. 1963 USSR / RUS 41 M79 Port. GL 1961 USA 20
9K111 Fagot / AT-4 Spigot ATGM Sys. 1970 USSR / RUS 41 M79 Custom Port. GL 1968 USA 21
9K114 Shturm / AT-6 Spiral ATGM Sys. 1974 USSR / RUS 41 M84 Stun Hand Gr 1995 USA 11
9K115 Metis / AT-7 ATGM Sys. 1978 USSR / RUS 42 M141 BDM-D Disp. RPG 1997 USA 30
9K115-2 Metis-M / AT-13 ATGM Sys. 1992 RUS 42 M202A1 FLASH Port. RPG 1978 USA 37
9K135 Kornet / AT-14 ATGM Sys. 1994 RUS 42 M203 Port. GL 1969 USA 21
9M113 Konkurs / AT-5 ATGM Sys. 1970 USSR / RUS 43 Mk2A1 Defensive Hand Gr 1918 USA 12
9M120 Ataka / AT-9 ATGM Sys. 1980 USSR / RUS 43 Mk19 Mod 3 Mt. GL 1968 USA 26
AGS-30 Atlant Mt. GL 1990 RUS 24 Mk26A2 Defensive Hand Gr 1952 USA 12
AGS-40 Balkan Mt. GL 2017 RUS 24 Mk47 Mod 0 Mt. GL 2006 USA 26
BS-1 Tishina / GSN-19 Port. GL 1963 USSR / RUS 17 Mk141 Mod 0 Stun Hand Gr 1995 USA 12
F1 Soviet Defensive Hand Gr 1916 USSR / RUS 7 Mk 153 SMAW II Serpent Port. RPG 1982 USA 37
GM-94 Port. GL 2002 RUS 18
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