RPG-28
| RPG-28 | |
|---|---|
 An RPG-28 on display at Interpolitex 2016 | |
| Type | Disposable Anti-tank rocket launcher[1] |
| Place of origin | Russia |
| Service history | |
| In service | December 2011 |
| Used by | Russia |
| Production history | |
| Designer | State Research and Production Enterprise, Bazalt |
| Designed | 2000s |
| Manufacturer | State Research and Production Enterprise, Bazalt |
| Produced | 2008 |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 12 kg (projectile)[2] 13.5 kg (loaded) |
| Length | 1200 mm |
| Caliber | 125 mm |
| Action | 900 mm:[2] RHA after ERA 2500mm: Reinforced concrete 3000 mm: Brick |
| Muzzle velocity | 250 m/s |
| Effective firing range | 300 m |
| Sights | Iron sights or telescopic sight |
The RPG-28 Klyukva ("Cranberry") is a Russian handheld anti-tank rocket launcher.
History
[edit]The RPG-28 was unveiled in 2007 at IDEX Abu Dhabi by the State Research and Production Enterprise, Bazalt as a modern anti-tank rocket launcher designed to defeat modern and future tanks with advanced reactive and composite armour as well as fortified infantry.[1] It was offered for export in 2008.[3] Officially adopted by the Russian Government in December 2011.[4]
2022 Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
[edit]The RPG-28 has been used by the Russian military during the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Description
[edit]The RPG-28 shares a close resemblance with the RPG-27 in that it is a portable, disposable anti-tank rocket launcher with a single shot capacity. The RPG-28 has a larger diameter round than the RPG-27 which enables the RPG-28 to achieve higher armour penetration performance. The RPG-28 round is a 125 mm tandem shaped charge with a weight of 8.5 kg and a range of 300 meters. The round has a stated penetration capability in excess of 1000 mm RHA (after ERA) and 3000 mm of brick.[5] Loaded weight is 13.5 kg.[6]
Users
[edit]Russian Federation
Ukraine - a few captured.[7]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "RPG-28 anti-tank rocket launcher (Russian Federation), ANTI-TANK WEAPONS". Jane's Infantry Weapons. 2007. Archived from the original on May 5, 2008. Retrieved 2008-12-06.
- ^ a b "RPG-28 Single-use anti-tank rocket launcher". www.military-today.com. Military Today.
- ^ "Срок регистрации домена закончился".
- ^ "-.name". 31 December 2011. Retrieved 23 November 2014.
- ^ "RPG-28, ANTI-TANK WEAPONS". Modern Firearms. 2007-03-16. Retrieved 2008-12-06.
- ^ "RMG - A new Multi-Purpose Assault Weapon from Bazalt". Archived from the original on 11 January 2014. Retrieved 23 November 2014.
- ^ "Ukraine, close quarter use of a RPG 28 on a Russian T-72". YouTube.