Type 86 hand grenade
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| Type 86 hand grenade | |
|---|---|
| Type | Hand grenade |
| Place of origin | People's Republic of China |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1982 - present |
| Production history | |
| Produced | 1982 - present |
The Type 86 hand grenade (Chinese: 86式手榴彈, lit. 'Type 86 Hand Grenade') is a hand grenade produced by the People's Republic of China. It is reportedly marketed by Norinco.[1]
The Type 86 is one of the standard hand grenades of the People’s Liberation Army alongside the Type 77, Type 82 and DSS-161.
History
[edit | edit source]In July 2022, ARES reported that Type 86P grenades were spotted in Syria, mostly used by pro-opposition groups.[2]
Design
[edit | edit source]Like the Type 82, the Type 86 uses the conventional oval shape[3] and employs a special design which allows discreet and safe user operation.[4]
The Type 86 may be used as an offensive and defensive weapon[5][6][7] and is lighter than its predecessors thanks to its construction with plastic materials.
Users
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References
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