Rifle grenade warheads can be projected from a rifle to a much greater distance than typical grenade launcher rounds. A rifle grenade can carry a larger, heavier payload a greater distance than a hand-thrown grenade. A rifle grenade is more accurate than a hand-thrown grenade, and is much more accurate when used against distant targets. A rifle grenade has the advantage of detonating upon impact, as compared to a hand-thrown grenade which commonly uses a timed detonation. Offsetting these strengths are the heavier weight and bulk of rifle grenades compared to most hand grenades, combined with very high levels of recoil. In comparison to a dedicated grenade launcher , the rifle grenade has four advantages