M-72 A2

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:missile
gptkbp:armament M-72 LAW
gptkbp:armor 500 mm
gptkbp:barrel_type gptkb:TNT
gptkbp:caliber 72 mm
gptkbp:combat_history gptkb:Vietnam_War
gptkbp:combat_role anti-armor warfare
gptkbp:country_of_origin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:deployment ground forces
widely used in conflicts
gptkbp:design_date 1960s
gptkbp:design_features lightweight and portable
gptkbp:firing_mechanism manual trigger
gptkbp:guidance_system semi-active laser
manual guidance
gptkbp:historical_significance pioneered modern anti-tank warfare
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label M-72 A2
gptkbp:is_tested_for extensively tested in the field
gptkbp:launch_platform shoulder-fired
gptkbp:launched single shot
up to 45 degrees
gptkbp:length 1.2 m
gptkbp:length_with_launcher 1.5 m
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Northrop_Grumman
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 4.5 kg
gptkbp:modifications improved guidance system
gptkbp:operational_range up to 2000 m
gptkbp:operational_status in service
gptkbp:price $1,000
gptkbp:propulsion solid fuel
gptkbp:provides_guidance_on wire-guided
gptkbp:range 2000 m
gptkbp:safety_features safety pin
gptkbp:service_history 1970-present
gptkbp:sights gptkb:optics
gptkbp:speed 1 minute
gptkbp:successor Javelin
FGM-148 Javelin
gptkbp:supply_status widely available
gptkbp:system gptkb:M-136_AT4
gptkbp:targets armored vehicles
gptkbp:training M-72 A2 T
gptkbp:transportation carried by infantry
gptkbp:used_by gptkb:United_States_Army
gptkbp:user_countries various NATO countries
gptkbp:warhead_type high-explosive
gptkbp:weight 10 m
3.5 kg
gptkbp:year_established gptkb:1970
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:M-72
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6