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|sights= OTRD-81 (3.5x magnification {{wpl|telescopic sight|telescopic sight}}),<br /> OTRDG-95 (variable zoom command launch unit) | |sights= OTRD-81 (3.5x magnification {{wpl|telescopic sight|telescopic sight}}),<br /> OTRDG-95 (variable zoom command launch unit) | ||
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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 | |
| Type | Multi-role (anti-fortification, anti-armor) rocket launcher |
| Place of origin |  Khyragus |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1981–present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Wars | See Conflicts |
| Production history | |
| Designer | KVI |
| Designed | 1979-1981 |
| Manufacturer | KVI |
| Unit cost | US$14,000 (launcher) |
| Produced | 1981–present |
| No. built | apx. 3 million |
| Variants | See Variants |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | 5.4 kg (11.9 lb) empty, 12.2 kg (26.9 lb) loaded |
| Length | 1150 mm (45.3 in) |
| Barrel length | 550 mm (21.65 in) |
| Caliber | 80mm, 125mm |
| Muzzle velocity | 135 m/s (443 ft/s) |
| Effective firing range | 250 m (820 ft) (unguided missile), 800 m (2625 ft) (laser guided) |
| Maximum firing range | 1,800 m (5,906 ft) |
| Feed system | 4 rocket clip (80mm), 1 rocket clip (120mm) |
| Sights | OTRD-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.