FZ220

FZ220 is a lightweight composite material high-drag, straight cylindrical 7-tube reusable launcher designed for helicopter use. The FZ220 is equipped with removable universal dual purpose FZ125 detent mechanism enabling to fire FFAR and WA rockets.

The design of the FZ220 is identical to that of the rocket launcher FZ233, but equipped without a LIU interface (Launcher Interface Unit).

It can be fitted with an optional removable rear fairing.

Reference data

  • Document reference : STB M0220-30-0001-02 Technical requirements specification
  • NATO Stock Number (NSN) : 1055-13-118-6721

Mechanical characteristics

  • Height : 244.3 mm
  • Width : 243.4 mm
  • Overall length : 1653.5 mm
  • Total mass (empty) : 20 kg

Mechanical interface 

  • 14'' NATO standard suspension lugs

Performances

  • Firing mode : ripple / single
  • Intervallometry : 80 ms (minimum)
  • Dual purpose : designed for firing both types of FZ 2.75" FZ® FFAR and WA rocket motors
  • Rocket warheads : designed for firing all types of conventional 2.75" FZ® rocket warheads equipped with remote set fuze