Middle-range MPM | |
Origin: | Japan |
Type: | Anti-tank/anti-landing-craft missile |
Is Missile: | yes |
Service: | 2009 - present |
Used By: | Japan |
Designer: | JGSDF Ground Research and Development Command:GRD |
Manufacturer: | Kawasaki Heavy Industries |
Number: | 104 Sets (2017) |
Weight: | about 26 kg |
Length: | 1.4 m |
Diameter: | 14 cm |
Range: | Classified |
Max Range: | Classified |
Engine: | Solid fuel rocket |
Guidance: | Semi-active laser guidance and infrared homing |
The or is an anti-tank/landing craft missile used by the JGSDF.
The Chū-MPM is smaller and much less expensive than the Type 96 MPMS. As such, it is deployed in greater numbers. The system controls are contained entirely within each vehicle for taking independent action.
The missiles are guided by semi-active laser homing or infrared imaging.
104 sets (2017)