India successfully tests Nag Mark 2 anti-tank guided missiles

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday successfully field evaluation trials of the Nag Mark 2, an indigenously developed third-generation fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile.The trials were conducted at the Pokhran field range in Rajasthan, where the missile showcased exceptional precision and reliability, destroying all designated targets at both maximum and minimum range limits, according to the Defence Ministry.

Nag Mk2 Anti-Tank Fire-and-Forget Guided Missile destroyed precisely all the targets at maximum and minimum range during Field Evaluation Trials at Pokhran, thus validating its firing range and making system ready for inductionhttps://t.co/k5RlQQjhpv pic.twitter.com/oAKoIdUFtu

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Developed by the DRDO, the Nag Mark 2 missile is specifically designed to neutralise modern armoured threats. Its fire-and-forget technology enables operators to lock onto targets before launch, ensuring precision strikes even in complex battlefield scenarios.In addition to the missile trials, the Nag Missile Carrier (NAMICA) Version 2 also underwent successful field evaluations, marking a critical step in operationalising the complete weapon system, the ministry said.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the DRDO, the Army and industry stakeholders for their role in achieving the milestone. "The successful trials of the Nag Mk 2 reaffirm India's commitment to achieving self-reliance in defence manufacturing," he said.
Designed to neutralise modern armoured threats, including those with explosive reactive armour (ERA), the Nag Mark 2 is a versatile weapon system for the Indian Army.According to reports, the Nag Mark 2 missile uses advanced fire-and-forget technology, which allows operators to lock onto targets before launch and strike with pinpoint accuracy.