Eryx
Overview
Eryx
Forward view of Eryx missile ready to fire.
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Description
Introduction
The Eryx is a modern short range guided anti-tank missile of French origin. It was developed in the late 1980's as a highly effective replacement for unguided man portable rocket launchers in French and Canadian service. The Eryx is unique in being a low cost weapon with having a relatively short range for a guided weapon.
Design
The Eryx is a tube launched wire guided anti-tank missile. It is fitted with a tandem HEAT warhead for use against modern tanks. The relatively small rocket motor results in low weight and limited production costs, at the cost of a limited maximum range. The Eryx uses a lightweight and reusable tripod launcher. The Canadian Mirabel thermal imager can be attached in order to supplement the day sight.
Firepower
The Eryx uses a single type of missile that can be used against both armored vehicles and bunkers. The tandem HEAT warhead results in an armor penetration of 900 mm RHA behind ERA. The maximum range is 600 m.
Mobility
For a guided anti-tank weapon the Eryx is highly mobile. The combination of launcher and missile in launch canister weighs less than 20 kg. This makes it suitable for urban warfare.
Details
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Rear view of French soldier with Eryx ready to fire from a window.
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Cut away drawing of Eryx missile in launch cannister
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Media
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Forward view of Eryx missile ready to fire.
Source: MBDA, Isabelle Chapuis
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Eryx missile in flight.
Source: MBDA, Michel Hans
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Rear view of Eryx missile being launched.
Source: MBDA, Adj Obraztsov
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Left side view of Eryx missile ready to fire.
Source: MBDA, Isabelle Chapuis
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Eryx
Forward view of Eryx missile ready to fire.
Source: MBDA, Isabelle Chapuis
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