MilitaryToophan
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Toophan is an Iranian anti-tank guided missile, reverse-engineered from the American BGM-71 TOW. It is a wire-guided missile primarily designed to engage armored vehicles and fortifications.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | Iran |
| Manufacturer | Iran Electronics Industries |
| Introduced | 1987 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 1,080 km/h |
| Range | 3.5 km |
| Weight | 0.0185 t |
History
Developed in Iran by Iran Electronics Industries, the Toophan entered service in 1987, providing a domestic anti-tank capability.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | — | confirmed |
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