[5] In response, the Soviets developed the RPG-43 which had enough penetrating power to threaten German Panzer IIIs, Panzer IVs, and StuGs, forcing the Germans to increase armor thickness in their designs and install spaced armour side plates to provide protection against these new grenades.

[6] It could also destroy a Panther tank if thrown against the thinly armoured turret roof or engine compartment.

[2] They also supplied the grenade for several Warsaw Pact allies, including Albania, East Germany, Hungary, and Poland.

When thrown a conical metal sleeve would open, revealing two strips of cloth to stabilise flight and ensure the head of the grenade would strike its target.

[16] While it needed to be thrown at very close range, it produced no sound, smoke, or light when used, unlike other anti-tank weapons.