Akeron LP
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| Akeron LP | |
|---|---|
| Type | Anti-tank guided missile |
| Place of origin | France |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | MBDA France |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 15 kg (33 lb) (round in launch tube) 11 kg (24 lb) (tripod, firing post, battery) |
| Length | 1.3 m (4.3 ft) |
| Diameter | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Warhead | Tandem-charge HEAT |
| Blast yield | Penetration >1,000 mm RHA[1] |
| Engine | solid-fuel rocket, two phase thrust (soft launch) |
Operational range | 4,000 – 5,000 m |
Guidance system | infrared homing, television guidance[2] |
Launch platform | Helicopters |
The Akeron LP (formerly MHT and MLP) is a missile developed by European missile-maker MBDA. MBDA was chosen the French government to outfit the Army’s Eurocopter Tiger combat helicopter to replace the AGM-114 Hellfire. The missile has a range of 8 km, and is based on the French Akeron MP (MMP) anti-tank guided missile.[3]
References[edit]
- ↑ Foss, Christopher (15 June 2016). "Medium-range missile for French Army". Janes. Archived from the original on 16 June 2016. Retrieved 4 November 2017.
- ↑ Cite error: Invalid
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External links[edit]
- Official website, MBDA Akeron LP
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