| Place | Asia: Vietnam, South Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL/03044 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Rocket launcher |
| Physical description | Linoleum, Paint, Steel |
| Maker |
State Arsenal, China |
| Place made | China: People's Republic of China |
| Date made | Unknown |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
Chicom Type 56 (RPG 2) Rocket Launcher
Description
Chicom Type 56 (RPG 2) Rocket Launcher or Anti Tank Grenade Launcher. Tubular construction and painted black having a centre section covered with a light blue piece of linoleum heat shield held on by two steel bands. The forward alloy trigger pistol grip section with brown chequered side plates, has a button safety and a rear cocking hammer. It is marked with three Chinese characters indicating the Type together with the serial number, 51 in triangle and 2 within a star. The battle sights are a folding front post and an adjustable rear leaf. There are two sling loops welded to the left side.
History / Summary
This rocket launcher was captured by Australian forces in Vietnam. It fires a Type 50 rocket grenade with folding spring steel fins.