This is an Israeli 82 mm caliber anti-tank rocket launcher, patterned after the famous U.S. Bazooka launcher of World War II fame. It was operational in the 1970s and 1980s.

The U.S. Army Ordnance Museum transferred the object to the National Air and Space Museum in 1989.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin Israel Type CRAFT-Missile & Rocket Parts Manufacturer PER
 Dimensions Other: 55 x 7 x 12 x 3 1/2 in., 10lb. (139.7 x 17.8 x 30.5 x 8.9cm, 4.5kg)
 Materials Aluminum
Steel
Paint
Copper Alloy
Anodized Aluminum
Paper
Adhesive
Synthetic Fabric
Leather
Glass
Plastic
Overall, probably aluminum alloy; screws and small parts, steel; strap, fabric; eyepiece for sight, glass; pistol handle and sight adjustment knob, plastic.
 Inventory Number A19890593000 Credit Line Transferred from U.S. Army Ordnance Museum Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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