Manila, Philippines – Indian defence company Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) made a significant impact at the Asia Defense and Security 2024 (ADAS2024) exhibition held in Manila. The company showcased its impressive array of missile systems, with the Amogha-III Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) taking center stage.
The Amogha-III, a product of BDL's Research and Development Division, is a cutting-edge fire-and-forget missile equipped with a dual-mode infrared seeker. This advanced technology allows the missile to lock onto targets with exceptional accuracy and engage them autonomously, without needing further guidance after launch. With an operational range of 200 to 2500 meters, the Amogha-III provides considerable standoff capability for ground forces.
What sets this ATGM apart is its formidable tandem warhead, designed to overcome the protective measures of modern armored vehicles. The warhead is capable of penetrating over 650 mm of armor, even after encountering Explosive Reactive Armor (ERA), making it a serious threat to main battle tanks and other heavily armored targets.
BDL highlights the Amogha-III's lock-on-before-launch (LOBL) capability as a key tactical advantage. This feature enables operators to acquire and lock onto a target before firing, ensuring precision strikes and minimizing the risk of exposure to enemy forces.
While drawing comparisons to the renowned Raytheon Javelin missile, the Amogha-III distinguishes itself with its larger dimensions and potentially enhanced firepower.
This indigenous Indian ATGM signifies a major advancement in the country's defence capabilities and is expected to attract considerable interest from international military delegations attending ADAS2024.
