The FZ275 LGR - Laser Guided Rocket is a weapon system by

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(formerly

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). It is intended to provide a low-cost

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compatible with existing unguided

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rocket launch platforms. The HE (High Explosive) version of the FZ275 LGR is equipped with a HE

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with

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. In June 2024, Adani Defence & Aerospace signed an agreement with

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to locally manufacture 70 mm calibre FZ275 LGR rockets for Indian attack helicopters like

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and

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Program status

* 2006 – Program start * November 2010 – First successful firing * October 2015 – Successful air-to-ground test firing onboard South-African ( SAAF)

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helicopter at

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(OTB) * December 2017 - Test firings at the

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test range * November 2024 - Belgian company Thales and an unnamed Ukrainian company have signed an agreement to build FZ275 LGR in Ukraine, for use against drones.

Specifications

* Diameter: 70 mm (2.75 in) * Length: 1.8 m * Weight: 12.5 kg /9.1 kg (after burn) * Guidance: SAL - Semi-Active Laser. * Steering type : 4 folding canards * Laser : compatible with STANAG 3733 or used defined code * Range from Sea Level: Min: 1.5 km Max: 8 km * Motor: FZ276 MOD.1

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* Warhead: FZ319 HE warhead with MK352

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