Missile Trigat

Summary

CategoryAnti-Tank Missiles
Sub-typeAnti-tank missile
Origin country 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France
ManufacturerEADS
StatusIn service
Year of service2012
Number built1380 units
Est. avg unit price$0.6 million

Technical specifications

WarheadHigh Explosive Anti Tank
Warhead weight9 kg (20 lb)
Diameter150 mm (5.9 in)
Length1,500 mm (59.1 in)
Weight49 kg (108 lb)
Range 6.0 km (3.7 mi)
Max. speed1,044 km/h (Mach 1.0)

Trigat scale diagram

Trigat — Anti-Tank 1.75 m 1.50 m
Range
6.0 km
Speed
1,044 km/h
Weight
49 kg
Warhead
9 kg

Operators

🇩🇪 Germany • 🇫🇷 France • 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Description

The Trigat program was initiated as a collaborative effort between Germany, France, and the United Kingdom. Following the withdrawal of the United Kingdom, development continued as a bilateral project. France subsequently withdrew from the program in 2004. The system was designed between 1988 and 2011. A man-portable medium-range variant, designated Trigat-MR, was cancelled during development, though elements were later incorporated into the Trigan system.

The missile is a fire-and-forget air-to-surface system intended for anti-tank and anti-helicopter roles. It utilizes a solid fuel rocket motor and can be employed in both direct attack and top-attack modes. Target acquisition is conducted via passive infrared and television CCD sensors mounted on the launch platform's mast. The missile itself utilizes passive infrared CCD sensors for terminal guidance. The system is capable of firing salvos of up to four missiles. It is equipped with a tandem High-Explosive Anti-Tank (HEAT) warhead utilizing an impact detonation mechanism, designed to penetrate rolled homogeneous armor protected by explosive reactive armor.

The missile serves as the primary armament for the Eurocopter Tiger helicopter. It is operated by the German Army and has been exported to Indonesia. Deliveries to Germany commenced in 2012, while Indonesia began receiving the system in 2018.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of missile is the Trigat?
The Trigat is an anti-tank missile developed by Germany and France. It entered service in 2012.
What is the range of the Trigat?
The Trigat has a maximum range of approximately 6.0 km (3.7 miles). Effective range varies with launch platform, altitude, and flight profile.
How fast is the Trigat?
The Trigat reaches a maximum speed of 1,044 km/h (Mach 0.8).
What warhead does the Trigat carry?
The Trigat carries a high explosive anti tank warhead weighing 9 kg.
How is the Trigat guided?
The Trigat uses passive IR CCD sensors guidance.
Which countries use the Trigat?
The Trigat is in service with 3 countries: Germany, France, Indonesia.
How much does a Trigat cost?
The Trigat has an estimated unit cost of approximately $630,000. Actual prices vary by variant, quantity ordered, and support packages.
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