Red Angel
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Description
Write an introduction to the article in 2-3 small paragraphs. Briefly tell us about the history of the development and combat using the weaponry and also about its features. Compile a list of air, ground, or naval vehicles that feature this weapon system in the game.
Vehicles equipped with this weapon
General info
| Rocket characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Mass | 478 kg |
| Explosive mass | 39 kg |
| Explosive type | TNT |
| Armour Penetration | up to 89 mm |
Effective damage
The Red Angel's high explosive TNT warhead explodes immediately on impact. The damage is caused mostly by blast over-pressure from the TNT and the following fragmentation.
Comparison with analogues
Identical to the Uncle Tom, but with less TNT filler.
Usage in battles
The Red Angel's performance is similar to the Uncle Tom and Tiny Tim.
Pros and cons
Pros:
- One of the highest TNT payloads for rockets, behind the Uncle Tom and Tiny Tim
- Near-misses are very forgiving if used against lightly armoured vehicles or boats and even tanks
- Over-pressure capable for Ground Vehicles
- Basically functions as a very heavy, rocket-powered 500lb bomb
- Good flight characteristics and flies further than the RP-3, before detonating
Cons:
- Extremely heavy
- Low velocity
- Can only carry a payload of 2
- Has lower TNT filler than the Tiny Tim and Uncle Tom rockets
History
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Media
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Red Angel
Red Angel alongside Triplex R.P. and Uncle Tom
See also
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- references to approximate analogues by other nations and research trees.
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