Is Missile: | yes |
FZ275 LGR | |
Type: | Air-to-surface, anti-armor and anti-personnel missile |
Origin: | Belgium |
Launch Platform: | Attack Helicopter |
Manufacturer: | Thales Adani Defence & Aerospace[1] |
Design Date: | 2006–2010 |
Production Date: | 2017–present |
Diameter: | 2.75" (70 mm) |
Length: | 1.8 m |
Weight: | 12.7 kg |
Vehicle Range: | 1.5 - 8 km |
Filling Weight: | 4.1 kg explosive |
Engine: | FZ276 MOD.1 rocket motor |
Steering: | 4 folding canards |
Guidance: | SAL - Semi-Active Laser. |
The FZ275 LGR - Laser Guided Rocket is a weapon system by Thales (formerly Forges de Zeebrugge). It is intended to provide a low-cost guided missile compatible with existing unguided 70mm rocket launch platforms. The HE (High Explosive) version of the FZ275 LGR is equipped with a HE warhead with impact fuze.[2]
In June 2024, Adani signed an agreement with Thales Group to indigenously manufacture 70 mm calibre FZ275 LGR rockets for Indian attack helicopters like HAL Rudra and HAL Prachand.[3] [4]