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How much does an ATGM cost?
| 9M133 Kornet | |
|---|---|
| Designed | 1988–1998 |
| Manufacturer | Degtyarev plant |
| Unit cost | $6,230 per missile (2012, export cost) |
| Produced | 1994–present |
What is an underwater missile called?
torpedo, cigar-shaped, self-propelled underwater missile, launched from a submarine, surface vessel, or airplane and designed for exploding upon contact with the hulls of surface vessels and submarines.
What is a missile launcher?
A missile launcher is a weapon which fires a self-powered guided projectile. It is distinct from a rocket launcher, which fires a self-powered unguided projectile, though in less formal use the terms are often treated as interchangeable.
What is the difference between a tow and missile launcher?
BGM-71 TOW, a tripod-mounted infantry ATGM system. A missile launcher is a weapon which fires a self-powered guided projectile. It is distinct from a rocket launcher, which fires a self-powered unguided projectile, though in less formal use the terms are often treated as interchangeable.
What are the different launch modes of missiles?
As with rocket systems, missiles are described as having one of two launch modes, either hot/hard launch, where the main booster fires immediately, or a cold/soft launch where a smaller launch motor fires to eject the missile from its casing, with the main booster firing after a short delay allows the missile to clear its launch site.
How do you shoot a guided missile from a missile sight?
Sights Notes: The missile will drop to the bottom post of the reticle, then accelerate upwards to above the uppermost reticle post above the dot. Use the uppermost post and aim a little low for unguided direct fire. The edge of the sight picture represents the maximum allowable hold-off for a guided shot.