9K115 Metis (RS-AT-7 Saxhorn)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The 9K115 Metis (AT-7 Saxhorn) is a man-portable, wire-guided anti-tank guided missile system developed by the Soviet Union. It employs a semi-automatic command to line of sight (SACLOS) guidance system, requiring the operator to keep the target in the sight throughout the missile's flight.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | Soviet Union |
| Manufacturer | KBP Instrument Design Bureau |
| Introduced | 1982 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 720 km/h |
| Range | 1 km |
| Weight | 0.0055 t |
History
Developed in the Soviet Union in 1982, its relatively small size meant it was underpowered against contemporary armored threats, leading to limited export and combat use.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | 100 | confirmed |
| South Korea | — | confirmed |
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