Context:
India has successfully conducted field evaluation trials for the Nag Mk-2, an indigenously developed third-generation Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM), at Pokhran’s firing range.
- It is designed to target modern armoured threats, including those with explosive reactive armour (ERA).
- During the trials, the missile successfully destroyed all targets, validating its maximum and minimum range and ensuring its precision and accuracy in real-world conditions.
- The trials also included the evaluation of the Nag Missile Carrier version-2, completing the full evaluation and now the entire weapon system is now ready for induction into the Indian Army.
- The missile uses fire-and-forget technology, allowing operators to lock onto targets before launch and strike with pinpoint accuracy, even in complex battlefield environments.
- The missile features a tandem HEAT warhead for enhanced destructive power and a top-attack capability to target the most vulnerable part of armored vehicles.
- It has a jet vane control (JVC) system that improves its maneuverability and precision.
- Nag Mark 2 represents a major step forward in enhancing India’s defence capabilities, particularly in countering modern tank threats.
Specification of NAG ATGM
| Parameter | Specification |
| Length | 1832 mm |
| Diameter | 150 mm |
| Guidance | Passive Homing through IIR Seeker |
| Warhead | Tandem |
| Max Range | 7-10 Km. |
| Min Range | 500 meters |
| Missile Speed | 220 – 230 m/sec |
| All Up Weight | 42 kg |
| Deployment | Namica, Namica 2 & ALH |
| Operation | Day & Night |