FZ275 LGR

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.[1] It will detonate on impact.

Program status

Specifications
  • Diameter: 70 mm (2.75 in)
  • Length: 1.8m
  • Weight: 12.5 kg /9.1 kg (after burn)
  • Guidance: SAL - Semi-Active Laser.
  • Steering type : 4 folding canards
  • Laser : compatible with STANAG 3733 or used defined code
  • Range from Sea Level: Min: 1.5 km Max: 8 km
  • Motor: FZ276 MOD.2 rocket motor
  • Warhead: FZ319 HE warhead with MK352 impact fuze

See also

References
  1. http://fz.be/laser-guided-rocket
  2. http://www.fz.be/history
  3. {https://ausa.inloop.com/en/article/71400/fz-set-finalise-development-of-new-2-75-in-laser-guided-rocket
  4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FECb2L45t8
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