Monday, October 06, 2008

LAHAT

Origin:Israel

Contractor/s: Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (IAI)

Description: The LAser Homing Anti-Tank (LAHAT) round has been designed to be fired from 105 and 120mm guns. The round/missile is directed through its target by a laser designator ensuring highly effective first shot at extended ranges. LAHAT has been designed to extend the engagement range of Israeli Main Battle Tanks (MBT) against enemy MBTs.

The LAHAT is currently deployed in the Armed Forces of Israel. IAI and Rheinmetall are offering an upgrade kit for Leopard 1 and Leopard 2 Main Battle Tanks enabling them to launch the LAHAT laser homing missile. The engagement range of LAHAT-upgraded tanks could be increased to over 6,000 meters.

Specifications
Dimensions: Diameter 120 mm

Performance: Max Range 6,000 m (19,685 ft)

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IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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Last Updated: Sunday, September 28, 2008

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