The AFU uses Bulgarian BULSPIKE-AT anti-tank grenade launchers, a modified version of the Soviet RPG-22
Military analysts from @UAWeapons noticed another model of anti-tank grenade launcher in the hands of the AFU.
What we know
We are talking about Bulgarian BULSPIKE-ATs. Ukraine bought an unknown number of these grenade launchers from Bulgaria several months ago.
The BULSPIKE-AT uses the same HEAT projectile as the Soviet RPG-22, which VMZ of Bulgaria also manufactures- but unlike the RPG-22, it can be easily transferred back from the combat position to transport position. With the RPG-22 this isn't possible: the launcher must be fired. pic.twitter.com/RNoS3CJTD9
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BULSPIKE-AT is the upgraded version of Soviet RPG-22. It is produced by Vazovski Machine-Building Plant.
Incidentally, the BULSPIKE-AT uses the same shaped charge as the RPG-22. Bulgarian grenade launcher can be transferred from firing position back to transport position, while RPG-22 can not.
Source:@UAWeapons
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