MAN PORTABLE ANTI-TANK GUIDED MISSILE (MPATGM) WEAPON SYSTEM

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Recently, DRDO & Indian Army conducted successful trials of indigenous Man Portable Anti-tank Guided Missile Weapon System.

What is MPATGM?

• The MPATGM (Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile) Weapon System is a portable missile launcher to engage and destroy enemy tanks and armoured vehicles.
• It was indigenously designed and developed by Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO).
• It is lightweight and portable.
• Its design allows it to be easily carried and operated by a single soldier. This enhances the mobility of infantry units.
• The MPATGM system can effectively hit armored targets from a considerable distance, providing infantry with crucial anti-tank functionality on the battlefield.
• It has versatility and equipped with day/night and top-attack capabilities which enhances its effectiveness across a wide range of operational scenarios.
• It has dual mode seeker functionality which is a great value addition to the missile capability for tank warfare. Note: The dual-mode seeker combines imaging IR and SAL capabilities into a single system.