06.02.2009
A grenade-launcher code-named DP-64 and designed as an effective weapon against pirates and diversions at sea for light ships has been developed in Russia.
The system designed by Russian specialists is a grenade-launcher that can also be fired from a gun, meaning without a jet stream back flash. This makes it possible to use the
DP-64 in enclosed space and on ships without the risk of destruction to the surrounding environment, Vladimir Korenkov, the general director of
Bazalt, the company behind the design, told
ARMS-TASS.
The grenades launched from the
DP-64 can hit a swimmer at a depth of 500 meters and all types of light surface objects, said Korenkov. He added that the crews of ships using the
DP-64 can protect an area of 500 meters around their ship round the clock. The grenade launchers can be installed on turrets and remotely operated.
“We are ready to offer potential clients nonlethal munitions that will only scare off the pirates, not allowing them to approach the ship, and not posing any serious risk to their health,” said Korenkov.
Experts believe that the
DP-64 is unique in the world. Commercial ships armed with such a weapon can defend themselves against any pirate attack.
Source:
Translation:
RusNavy.com
