FGM-148 Javelin receives modernization.

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Polish portal Defence24 reports that Raytheon-Lockheed Martin improved Javelin succesfully completed first tests. The main objective of this modernization is to increase range from 2,500m to 4,750m.

Translation.

6 February this year consortium Raytheon-Lockheed Martin advised about conducting the first test of an modernised Javelin anti-tank shell.

The modernization consisted in increasing the range of the weapon - from 2500 current metres up to 4750 metres. As part of the first field attempt two missiles were launched, both achieved their goal.

These works are aimed at enhancing the possibility of the weapon which is with one of the most popular systems in this class. With the Israeli Spike family however rivalry causes, that alterations of the structure are needed.
 

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