A rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) is a type of weapon that uses a rocket motor to propel a grenade toward a target. It is designed to be portable and can be fired from the shoulder by a single soldier. RPGs are commonly used in military conflicts for their effectiveness against armored vehicles and fortifications. The most well-known RPG is the RPG-7, which was developed in the Soviet Union and has been widely used since the 1960s. RPGs typically have a simple design, making them easy to operate and maintain, which contributes to their popularity in various armed forces and insurgent groups around the world.