RGS-50M

History

State Factory - USSR/Russia

The RGS-50M is a Russian 50 mm (2.0 in) single shot smoothbore grenade launcher, manufactured by the Degtyarev factory.

It is mainly used in non-lethal (riot pistol) and door-breaking law enforcement roles, but can also fire lethal projectiles.

The RGS-50M is a Russian 50 mm (2.0 in) single shot smoothbore grenade launcher, manufactured by the Degtyarev factory. It is primarily used in non-lethal (riot pistol) and break-in law enforcement roles, but can also fire lethal projectiles.

Specification

BASIC

Year of Operation

1988

Origins

Soviet Union

Categories

50mm single shot grenade launcher

Manufacturer

State Factory - USSR/Russia

Operator

Russia; former Soviet Union

Roles

Fire Support

Ability to suppress enemy elements at a distance using direct or indirect fire.

Dimensions and Weights

Curb Weight

14.99 lbs

6.80 kg

Attractions

Rear folding ladder; fixed front

Action

Single Shot

Cartridges and Paper Feeds

Caliber*

50mm

Circle/Feed

Single bullet

POWER

Maximum efficiency. Arrived

500 feet

(152m | 167m)

Changes

RGS-50 - original version

RGS-50M - Improved version with improved trigger, stock and recoil buffer