AFU uses French APILAS disposable grenade launchers with a range of up to 500 metres

The Ukrainian Armed Forces are using French APILAS disposable grenade launchers at the front against Russian invaders.

Here's What We Know

This was revealed by military analyst @UAWeapons. According to his information, the grenade launchers were handed over to Ukraine by Finland from its stocks. It is not known how many of these anti-tank systems the AFU received. Presumably, we are talking about an amount of 1,500 units.

Flashback

APILAS (Armor-Piercing Infantry Light Arm System) is a portable 112mm single-shot anti-tank weapon. The system was developed by French company GIAT Industries in 1980s. The grenade launcher weighs about 9kg. It is capable of engaging targets at ranges up to 500 meters. APILAS is in service with many countries including France, Italy, Finland, Spain, Taiwan and Colombia.

Source: @UAWeapons