MATADOR

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The MATADOR LAW

MATADOR is an unguided tube launched rocket developed by Singapore. It is an updated version of the German Armbrust design, and operates on the same principle.

Specifications

  • Product Launched: Year 2004
  • Calibre: 90mm
  • Length: 1 metre
  • Max range: 400 meters
  • Flight time to max range: 1.2s
  • Weight: 8.9kg
  • Penetration: Actual classified, but has anti-wall HESH (High-Explosive Squash Head) and anti-armour (HEAT) mode
  • Recognition: Similar to SPIKE-SR, however with exposed armor piercing pin
  • Equips: Singapore Army (2 men in every 7 men section)

External Links

MINDEF Singapore