Sheksna
Sheksna
Anti-Tank Guided Missiles
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Basic Information
Name
Sheksna
Designation
Sheksna
Alternate Designation
9K116-1, 9M118, AT-12 Swinger
Equipment Type
Anti-Tank Guided Missiles
Manufacturer
—
Date of Introduction
1987
Description
The Sheksna, AT-12 Swinger NATO-codename, is a subsonic laser beam riding anti-tank missile designed to be fired through a 115mm gun. It provides extended range and enhanced lethality over conventional rounds fired by the 115mm gun. A tandem shaped charge warhead has been provided to the Sheksna missile in order to defeat Explosive Reactive Armor (ERA) protected Main Battle Tanks. The Sheksna anti-tank missile has been deployed with the T-62 Main Battle Tank armed with a 115mm main gun. It is a derivative of Bastion anti-tank missile designed for 100mm main guns.
Ground Specifications
Main Weapon
115mm gun
Range
5.0 km
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Anti-Tank Guided Missiles
Status
Active
Also Known As
9K116-1, 9M118, AT-12 Swinger
Origin
Russia
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
1987
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Dimensions — Diameter
115 millimeter
Mass — Weight
30 kilogram
Performance — Max Range
5,000 meter
Performance — Piercing in Armor
700 millimeter
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a001003
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
0.12 m
Height
—
Weight
30 kg
Operators (1)
Russia
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