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The '''GPRL-81''' is a multi-purpose, shoulder-launched {{wp|rocket launcher}}, developed by [[KVI]] in the late 1970s. It was initially designed to replace {{wp|flamethrowers}}, but has since been developed into a multi-role launching system, with {{wp|Anti-tank_warfare|anti-armor}} and anti-fortification capabilities.
The ruggedness and simplicity of the GPRL-81 allow it to be used by airborne, mortorized, and ground troops. The GRPL-81G2 can be mounted to vehicle turrets. The GPRL-81 entered Khyragusian service in 1981, and an updated variant, the GPRL-81G2, was introduced in 1995.


==Background==
==Background==

Revision as of 18:06, 20 December 2021

GPRL-81
GPRL-81 G2.png
GPRL-81 G2
TypeMulti-role (anti-fortification, anti-armor) rocket launcher
Place of originKhyragus Khyragus
Service history
In service1981–present
Used bySee Users
WarsSee Conflicts
Production history
DesignerKVI
Designed1979-1981
ManufacturerKVI
Unit costUS$14,000 (launcher)
Produced1981–present
No. builtapx. 3 million
VariantsSee Variants
Specifications
Weight5.4 kg (11.9 lb) empty,
12.2 kg (26.9 lb) loaded
Length1150 mm (45.3 in)
Barrel length550 mm (21.65 in)

Caliber80mm, 125mm
Muzzle velocity135 m/s (443 ft/s)
Effective firing range250 m (820 ft) (unguided missile),
800 m (2625 ft) (laser guided)
Maximum firing range1,800 m (5,906 ft)
Feed system4 rocket clip (80mm), 1 rocket clip (120mm)
SightsOTRD-81 (3.5x magnification telescopic sight),
OTRDG-95 (variable zoom command launch unit)

The GPRL-81 is a multi-purpose, shoulder-launched rocket launcher, developed by KVI in the late 1970s. It was initially designed to replace flamethrowers, but has since been developed into a multi-role launching system, with anti-armor and anti-fortification capabilities.

The ruggedness and simplicity of the GPRL-81 allow it to be used by airborne, mortorized, and ground troops. The GRPL-81G2 can be mounted to vehicle turrets. The GPRL-81 entered Khyragusian service in 1981, and an updated variant, the GPRL-81G2, was introduced in 1995.

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