Belgium - Military equipment

Rare "Super Bazooka" RL-83 Blindicide 83mm Inert Training Rocket with Original Transit Tube – Cold War

An impressive and highly collectible Cold War militaria set comprising an original 83mm RL-83 Blindicide inert training rocket complete with its original military transport tube. Manufactured as a factory training round, this example was never intended to contain explosives or a live fuze, making it an attractive display piece for collectors of NATO ordnance.

The RL-83 Blindicide was a Belgian-developed anti-tank weapon derived from the American 3.5-inch M20 "Super Bazooka".

This original aluminium training rocket retains its distinctive gold anodized finish, the standard military identification colour for inert instructional ammunition. The body is stencilled with military markings including "ROCK GUN 83-20" and "LOT-AT1-...", while the authentic guide ring at the base remains intact. The original heavy-duty resin-impregnated cardboard transit tube is included.

A rare and visually striking display piece that will stand out in any Cold War or NATO militaria collection.

Condition
Very good vintage condition.
Minor handling marks, scratches and wear consistent with military training use.
Original transport tube shows age-related wear and surface oxidation to the metal end caps while remaining structurally sound.

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Specifications
Type: RL-83 Blindicide inert training rocket
Origin: Belgium; 1960s
Period: Cold War
Material: Anodized aluminium, steel and resin-impregnated cardboard
Rocket height: approx. 54 cm
Transit tube: approx. 67 × 10 cm diameter
Total weight (rocket + tube): approx. 3.5 kg

Safety
This item is 100% inert and intended solely as a historical collector's item. It contains no explosives, propellant, fuze or hazardous materials and cannot be fired or converted into a functional weapon.