The first domestic grenade launcher system "Sapphire" was successfully tested in Belarus

14.12.2024 14:36

In our country, the “cutting” of the Belarusian “Sapphire” is nearing completion.

This was the name given to the first domestic grenade launcher complex.

It was tested at the 227th combined arms testing ground "Borisovsky".

The tests were successful.

This was reported on the Telegram channel of the State Military Industrial Committee of the Republic of Belarus.

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Photo: screenshot from video of the State Military Industrial Committee of Belarus

Details of the Sapphire tests

The tests were carried out by the State Military Industrial Committee and the Ministry of Defense.

The event became one of the stages in the adoption of the grenade launcher system into service with the Belarusian Armed Forces.

The results of the tests were as follows: successful target destruction, confirmation of all declared characteristics by Sapphire.

What is known about "Sapphire"

This is the first Belarusian grenade launcher complex.

The product is intended for the following: combating armored vehicles; defeating enemy manpower located in bunkers, certain shelters and structures.

The Sapphire grenade launcher system is distinguished by the presence of an electronic launch control system and a programmable detonator. There are other important features.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief

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  1. Details of the Sapphire tests
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