Apr 9, 2022 · Ukrainian ATGM operators have already proven that the American Javelin and the Swedish-designed NLAW are both excellent against Russian equipment. But which of the two is better for this job? Below is direct speech of a Ukrainian soldier operator of …

The Saab Bofors Dynamics NLAW (/ ˈ ɛ n l ɔː / EN-law), also known as the MBT LAW or RB 57, is a fire-and-forget, lightweight shoulder-fired, and disposable (single-use) line of sight (LOS) missile system, designed for infantry use.

Oct 19, 2023 · The NLAW and Javelin missiles are designed to hit a tank from above in a “top attack” – striking at the top of the tank’s turret where the armour is thinnest. NLAW is simple in design; disposable and has smaller missile than Javelin. Javelin is …

Feb 23, 2023 · The Javelin and NLAW anti-tank missiles have been a game-changer for Ukraine in its struggle against Russian tanks. Following a visit by President Joe Biden to its facility in Alabama last year, Lockheed Martin Corp announced that it has plans to nearly double production of the Javelin missile.

Javelin is a fire-and-forget missile with lock-on before launch and automatic self-guidance. The system employs a top attack flight profile against armored vehicles, attacking the usually thinner top armor, but can also make a direct attack, for use against buildings, targets too close for top attack, targets under obstructions, and helicopters ...

Jun 5, 2022 · The NLAW is considered to be excellent at close range, from 20 to 600 meters, and is ideal in combat actions in urban areas, including cities and villages, as its soft-launch system means that the missile is ejected non-explosively, and can be used by infantry from within an enclosed space.

Feb 18, 2025 · The Big Two: Javelin and NLAW. Two weapons that played a pivotal role in this were the US-made FGM-148 Javelin ATGM and the Next-Generation Light Anti-Tank Weapon (NLAW), produced jointly by Saab Bofors Dynamics in Sweden and the TEAM MBT LAW UK in the United Kingdom.

The Javelin is actually not the only anti-tank weapon employed by the Ukrainian military. In fact, the joint British-Swedish developed Next Generation Light Anti-tank Weapon (NLAW) – also known as the MBT LAW or RB 57 – has been even more widely deployed.

Apr 7, 2022 · NLAW is excellent at close range - from 20 to 600 meters, so it is indispensable when combat actions take place in urban areas (cities and villages). And Javelin is best at a range of 1-2.5 kilometers, i.e. in the open field. Both ATGWs are very effective. If properly aimed, they will hit the target 100 percent and destroy it.

Mar 27, 2025 · Here's what makes the presidential plane unique. This video pits the Javelin and NLAW against each other in a showdown of modern anti-tank systems. From range and firepower to ease of use, we...