Are RPGs legal?

You can own one of these Iconic Weapons and they are completely legal. Original RPG-7 rocket launcher has been made fully inert. It measures approximately 37-1/2 inches in length and weighs 14 lbs. It features original military patina, pistol grip and flip-up sights.
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Can you legally buy an RPG?

Is it legal to own a grenade launcher in the US? Yes it is. You just have to pay a $200 poll tax and pass a federal background check for one registered with Uncle Sam. For the Ammunition it's an additional $200 tax for each explosive round if you can find a place that will sell them to you.
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Are RPGs allowed in the US?

Yes, you can own an RPG in the USA. If functional it would require a tax stamp, basically a $200 fee to initiate a year long background check. If whoever is buying it is approved then sure, he/she can own one. So it's not as easy as buying a handgun or an AR since those background checks are small and faster.
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Are rocket launchers legal in the US?

Rocket launchers are actually legal in the United States and regulated under the National Firearms Act (NFA). The NFA was originally passed back in 1934. According to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Tobacco, the law's underlying purpose was to "curtail, if not prohibit, transactions in NFA firearms.
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Is it legal to open carry an RPG?

You can carry an empty RPG tube, and whack anyone who physically assaults you with it! Unfortunately, you'll only be able to pack inert, dummy rockets. See, the real projectiles fired by the RPG-7 tube, such as the PG-7VL or OG-7V are classified as destructive devices.
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Can I own a bazooka?

Civilians can legally acquire destructive devices, including bazookas, but it involves compliance with the National Firearms Act (NFA) regulations. Here are some key points: Registration: Destructive devices must be registered with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
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Can RPG bring down a jet?

An RPG *can* destroy a fighter jet. Especially if the jet is parked on the ground. In the air however, it's a completely different story. The range of an RPG is 300 meters against a moving target.
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Can a civilian own a tank?

In the United States, you certainly are allowed to own a military tank (is there any other kind?). There are no restrictions on owning a tank with a disabled main gun (the government doesn't want you lobbing projectiles across town).
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Can I legally own an m203 grenade launcher?

In 2017, a 37 mm civilian version became available on the market that is not considered an NFA weapon. As the 37 mm version is not classified as a "destructive device", it can be sold to the general public on the same ATF Form 4473 as most other firearms.
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Why don't Americans use RPGs?

Originally Answered: Why doesn't the U.S. Army use RPG's? RPGs are notoriously inaccurate, difficult to use properly, and have an ACTUAL usable range that is about 20% of what the manufacturer says it is in the full-colour, glossy, sales brochures.
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Can you use an RPG for self defense?

Even if you could, I would not recommend an RPG for home defense purposes under any circumstances. Firing one inside your home would leave little of it left to defend, and that's best case scenario. That's the scenario where you survived the grenade's detonation and there were no innocents anywhere nearby.
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Is an RPG illegal in Texas?

Explosive devices, grenades, RPGs, IEDs, dynamite, and chemical dispersion devices – Third-degree felony and punishable by from 2 to 10 years in state prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000.
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Can you legally own a grenade?

Hand grenades are regulated by the National Firearms Act (“NFA”), a federal regulation first enacted in 1934 and amended by the Crime Control Act of 1968. The 1968 revisions made it illegal to own “destructive devices,” including grenades. (26 U.S.C. § 5801.)
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Can you own a minigun in the US?

While it is technically possible for a U.S. citizen to own a minigun, it is subject to strict legal requirements and limitations. Here are some key points to consider: Federal Regulation: Fully automatic firearms, including miniguns, are classified as "Class III" weapons under the National Firearms Act (NFA) of 1934.
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At what age can you buy a RPG?

Under the Gun Control Act (GCA), shotguns and rifles, and ammunition for shotguns or rifles may be sold only to individuals 18 years of age or older. All firearms other than shotguns and rifles, and all ammunition other than ammunition for shotguns or rifles may be sold only to individuals 21 years of age or older.
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Can I own a ww2 tank?

To my amazement, I learned that not only is tank ownership legal, it is legal in every state. Thankfully, most of the tanks available for purchase are expensive, vintage and nonfunctional. Often, they require modifications and can be pricey to ship since many are of foreign provenance.
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Can a civilian own an M16?

In America, is it legal for a civilian to own an M16? In many states, yes. Provided that it was manufactured before 1986. And that you have to follow the NFA procedure for acquiring a machine gun, which the the ATF designation for all fully automatic or select fire firearms.
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Can you buy a T 72?

T-72 tanks for sale. Buy most recognisable Russian tank in America, the United Kingdom or anywhere else. A T-72 is the most modern Russian tank you can actually buy. They're not cheap, nor are there spare parts.
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Can RPG-7 destroy an Abrams?

The older RPG-7 anti-tank grenade launcher won't penetrate an Abrams' thick armored hide, but the newer PG-29V claimed at least one tank in 2007. In most cases involving infantry weapons that disabled Abrams tanks, the shot was a very lucky one taken against the side of the tank where it was more vulnerable.
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Can a RPG-7 destroy a tank?

Since most of the readily available RPG-7 rounds cannot penetrate M1 Abrams tank armor from almost any angle, it is primarily effective against soft-skinned or lightly armored vehicles, and infantry.
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Can you fire an RPG indoors?

But it's perfectly fine to fire an RPG-7 from indoors.
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Has an F 18 ever been shot down?

2003–2011 (Operation Iraqi Freedom)

April 2, 2003 –An F/A-18 Hornet of VFA-195 is shot down by friendly fire via US Patriot missile, killing the pilot.
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Could an RPG sink a ship?

Nope. US Navy warships are designed to fight stuff way nastier than pirates with man-portable weapons. An RPG might do some superficial damage, but it's not going to hole the hull.
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What is the hardest plane to shoot down?

In fact, the A-10 is probably the most difficult plane to shoot down ever built, due to its extreme maneuverability, electronic countermeasures, self-sealing fuel tanks, widely separated jet engines, twin tails, manual backup flight control system and redundant wing spars.
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