by Sheraz Ali | Aug 27, 2025 | Missile Program
The BGM-71 TOW (Tube-launched, Optically-tracked, Wire-guided) is a widely-used and combat-proven American-made anti-tank missile that has been in service with the Pakistan Army for a considerable time. The TOW system is a man-portable, crew-served weapon that can...
by Sheraz Ali | Aug 27, 2025 | Missile Program
The Baktar-Shikan, which translates to “Armour Breaker” in Urdu, is Pakistan’s indigenous anti-tank guided missile (ATGM). It is a license-produced and improved version of the Chinese HJ-8 (Hongjian-8) series. The Baktar-Shikan is a man-portable,...
by Sheraz Ali | Aug 27, 2025 | Missile Program
The Kornet-E is a highly capable and modern Russian-made anti-tank guided missile system used by the Pakistan Army. It is an export variant of the Russian 9M133 Kornet. Unlike the wire-guided systems, the Kornet-E uses a more advanced SACLOS laser-beam riding guidance...
by Sheraz Ali | Aug 27, 2025 | Missile Program
The Zarb is a coastal defense and anti-ship cruise missile (ASCM) operated by the Pakistan Navy. It is a land-based version of the Chinese C-602 (an export variant of the YJ-62) missile system. The Zarb is designed to provide Pakistan with a powerful and mobile...
by Sheraz Ali | Aug 27, 2025 | Missile Program
The Babur-3 is the submarine-launched variant of the Babur cruise missile, providing Pakistan with a vital and credible sea-based second-strike capability. This missile is a critical part of the country’s nuclear triad. The Babur-3 has a range of 450 km and is...
