Piorun (Grom-M) Polish Man-Portable Air Defense Missile System (MANPADS)

The Piorun (Grom-M) Polish Man-Portable Air Defense Missile System (MANPADS) is designed to be operated by one soldier. It consists of a single-stage projectile, a single-use tubular launcher, a grip stock, and an on-ground power supply. The launch tube is used to house the Piorun missile and protect it from environmental factors. It is made of lightweight materials, such as fiberglass or composite materials, to minimize weight and enhance portability. The launch tube is also equipped with a carrying handle and sling attachment points for transportation. The grip stock is the control and aiming device that is attached to the launch tube. It features an ergonomic handle with various controls, such as trigger, safety, and arming switches. The operator holds the grip stock and aims the missile at the target. The Piorun MANPADS is designed to engage low-flying targets on head-on and pursuit courses in cluttered and IR-jamming environments. It can be used in all weather conditions during the day and night. It has a detection range of 8 km, 1 km more than the GROM MANPADS. Once the operator has identified a target, they aim the launcher using the sight and then engage the target by pulling the trigger. The missile is launched from the tube, and the infrared seeker locks onto the target's heat signature, guiding the missile to intercept and destroy it. After firing, the launch tube can be reloaded with a new missile for subsequent engagements.