Al-Yassin 105 Explained

Al-Yassin 105
Type:Anti-tank rocket-propelled grenade
Is Ranged:yes
Is Explosive:yes
Service:October 29, 2023
Used By: Qassam Brigades
Saraya al-Quds
Wars:2023 Israel–Hamas war
Designer:Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades
Design Date:Believed to be in 2023
Manufacturer:Qassam Brigades
Production Date:2023–present
Weight:4.5 kg
Length:95 cm (37")
Crew:1 or 2
Caliber:64/105 mm, rocket motor; Anti-armor head, 105 mm explosive shell
Velocity:300 m/s
Range:500 m
Sights:Iron or telescopic sights.

The Al-Yassin 105 (Arabic: الياسين 105) is an anti-armor missile developed by Hamas. It is the first anti-armor missile developed by Hamas and was first deployed in 2023.[1] It was named after the spiritual leader of Hamas, Ahmed Yassin.

The shell is primarily used by the Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades, and was used for the first time in the Israel–Hamas war.[2]

History

Unveiled on October 29, 2023, the Yassin 105 was reportedly developed by Hamas engineers from the Research and Industry Unit.[3] It was first used against Israeli armor and Merkava tanks during the Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip.[4] In June, 2024, it was used to target anIsraeli armored vehicle. The vehicle was destroyed and 8 Israeli soldiers were killed.[5]

Notes and References

  1. News: 8 November 2023 . Al-Yassin 105: A heavily modified anti-tank round based on RPG-2 and RPG-7 design. en. special-ops. 8 November 2023.
  2. News: 5 November 2023 . Origins of the Yasin 105, the missile destroying Israeli tanks. en. jordannews. 5 November 2023.
  3. News: 5 November 2023 . Qassam Brigades Unveil Al-Yassin Anti-armor Missile – VIDEO. en. palestinechronicle. 5 November 2023.
  4. News: 14 October 2023 . In Video, Hamas Al-Qassam Brigades Unveils New Anti-Armor, Tandem-Charge 'Al-Yasin' Projectile, Posts Footage Of Attack On Merkava Tank During Hamas October 7 Attack. en. memri. 14 October 2023.
  5. https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/israel-to-pause-fighting-along-southern-route-in-gaza-to-ease-aid-blockage-66150a5a?st=9ic6cj3rt9vg603&reflink=article_copyURL_share Israel to pause fighting along Ng southern route in Gaza