MilitaryDehlavieh (Kornet)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Dehlavieh is an Iranian anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) reverse-engineered from the Russian 9M133 Kornet. It is designed to engage main battle tanks, armored vehicles, and low-flying helicopters using a laser beam-riding guidance system.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | Iran |
| Manufacturer | Defense Industries Organization (DIO) |
| Introduced | 2012 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 900 km/h |
| Range | 5.5 km |
| Weight | 0.027 t |
History
Developed by the Defense Industries Organization (DIO) in Iran and introduced in 2012, it is a reverse-engineered copy of the Russian Kornet missile.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | — | confirmed |
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