Military9M120 Ataka (RS-AT-9)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The 9M120 Ataka (NATO reporting name AT-9 Spiral-2) is a Russian supersonic anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) system. It is designed to engage armored vehicles, fortifications, and low-flying helicopters, featuring various warhead types including tandem HEAT and thermobaric.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | Russia |
| Manufacturer | KBM (Kolomna Machine-Building Design Bureau) |
| Introduced | 1985 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 1,980 km/h |
| Range | 8 km |
| Weight | 0.0495 t |
History
Developed in Russia by KBM and entering service in 1985, it has been widely exported and integrated into various combat platforms.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | — | confirmed |
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