The U.S. will give Ukraine 1,500 TOW anti-tank missiles, one of the most common anti-tank missile systems in the world

By: Myroslav Trinko | 22.08.2022, 10:51

The United States of America recently announced a new military aid package for Ukraine, which included 1,500 TOW missile defense systems.

What we know

The BGM-71 TOW (Tube-launched Optically-tracked Wire-guided) is an American heavy anti-tank guided missile. It is produced by Hughes Aircraft Company. APC was adopted by US army in 1970.

The complex has many modifications. It boasts semi-automatic guidance and control via wired or radio channel (depending on the version). By the way, BGM-71 TOW is one of the most widespread PTCRs in the world. It can be used from a portable launcher or a mobile platform. Vehicles and armored vehicles act as it. For example, M1046 HMMWV or BMP Bradley. There are also options to install the BGM-71 TOW on helicopters.

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