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FGM-148 Javelin

Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM)
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Basic Information
Name
FGM-148 Javelin
Designation
Alternate Designation
Equipment Type
Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM)
Manufacturer
Date of Introduction
1996
Description

The FGM-148 Javelin is a man-portable, “fire-and-forget” antitank guided missile (ATGM) system with an effective range of 2.5 km. It was designed to defeat heavily armored vehicles such as main battle tanks and lighter-skinned military vehicles. The weapon also has capability against other target types like fortifications, bunkers, and helicopters. It first entered service with the U.S. military in 1996. The Ukrainian military has used Javelin missiles extensively in combat during the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, where the missile has shown to be highly effective against Russian main battle tanks and other armored vehicles.

Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range 2.5 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class Antitank Guided Missile (ATGM)
Basing Portable, shoulder-fired
Range 2.5 km (4.5 with Lightweight CLU)
Payload 8.4 kg tandem-charge, high-explosive antitank (HEAT) warhead
Length 1.2 m
Diameter 127 mm
LaunchWeight 22.1 kg
Status Operational
InService 1996-present
Details
Country of Origin United States
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
1.2 m
Width
127 m
Height
Weight
22.1 kg
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