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Armbrust anti-tank weapon

Country of Origin: Germany

The Armbrust (Crossbow) is a small, disposable, shoulder-fired anti-tank weapon. It is different from most anti-tank rockets in that it emits almost no signature. The muzzle does not emit smoke or blast. No flash can be seen from the rear and it is quieter than a pistol shot.

It can be fired from enclosed spaces; the weapon also has no recoil and requires no maintenance. The launch canister has a simple sight and trigger and is thrown away after use.

The reduction of signature is...

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