PF98 is the 120mm recoilless anti-tank rocket developed by NORINCO for the PLA as a successor to the Type 78 and Type 65 recoilless gun. The weapon was designed to engage and destroy enemy tanks, armoured vehicles, hardened bunkers and fortifications. The weapon is equipped by the PLA ground forces at battalion and company levels to provide instant, direct fire support for infantry troops.
Specifications
Calibre: 120mm
Launcher length: 1,191mm
Launcher weight: N/A
Propulsion: Solid rocket motor
Range: 800m (HEAT); or 1,800m (HE)
Depth of penetration (static): 800mm (HEAT)
Rate of fire: 4~6 rds per minute
Projectile weight: 6.3kg (HEAT); 7.5kg (HE)
Field of fire: (Battalion version on tripod) Elevation -6°~+30°; Traverse 360°
