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9K135 Kornet-E (RS-AT-14 Spriggan)

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9K135 Kornet-E (RS-AT-14 Spriggan)

The 9K135 Kornet-E is a Russian man-portable anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) system designed to engage main battle tanks and other armored targets, as well as fortifications and low-flying aerial threats. It employs a laser beam-riding guidance system and can be launched from various platforms, including tripods, vehicles, and remote weapon stations.

Specifications

TypeMissile System
OriginRussia
ManufacturerKBP Instrument Design Bureau
Introduced1998
StatusIn service
Speed1,080 km/h
Range5.5 km
Crew2
Weight0.063 t

History

Developed by KBP Instrument Design Bureau, it was first introduced into service with the Russian army in 1998 and has been widely exported and used in combat.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Russia100confirmed
Pakistan—confirmed
Turkey—confirmed
Egypt—confirmed

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