Guided Advanced Tactical Rocket – Laser
The Guided Advanced Tactical Rocket (GATR) is a weapons systems under development by Alliant Techsystems and Elbit Systems. It is intended to provide a low-cost guided missile compatible with existing unguided 70mm rocket launch platforms such as the Hydra 70.[1] The penetrating version of the GATR is equipped with a steel-cased M282 warhead and a programmable fuze. It can be set from the cockpit to detonate on impact or after a delay and is capable of penetrating a triple-brick wall and light-vehicle armor.[2]
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History
In April 2013, ATK was awarded a $3.2 million contract from the U.S. Special Operations Command to provide GATR precision guided missiles for evaluation.[3]
Specifications
- Diameter: 70mm
- Guidance: Semi-active laser homing
See also
- Direct Attack Guided Rocket
- Low-Cost Guided Imaging Rocket
- Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System
- Roketsan Cirit
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- ↑ Laser-Guided Rockets Gain Popularity - Aviationweek.com, 8 July 2013
- ↑ ATK Receives Award to Provide GATR for Evaluation - ATK press release, April 22, 2013
