M79 Osa

'wasp') is a Yugoslav-made portable 90 mm anti-tank weapon made of fibre-reinforced plastics.

The M79 shoots unguided projectiles in direct sight and is effective against armoured fighting vehicles and fortifications.

After firing, the spent rocket container is removed from the launcher, and a fresh tube is attached.

A large number of M79 OSA rocket launchers were supplied to rebels in Syria which proved effective in deterring the Syrian Army's armor.

[7] M79 Osas were also used in Iraq by Islamic State against Iraqi army and JANES reported their use against US-made M1A1 Abrams tanks.

Map with M79 operators in blue and former operators in red