Igla Launcher
Threat: high
RWR
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Symbols
HARM
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Track Radar
HARM
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Search Radar
no effect
ecm
no effect
chaff
moderate
flare
Designation | Igla-S |
Model | 9K338 |
NATO | SA-24 Grinch |
Brevity | Igla, MANPAD |
max range | 3.20 NM/5.93 KM |
max alt | 12,000 FT/3,657 M |
lock time | fast |
guidance | Infrared (IR) |
country | Russia (2004) |
category | MANPAD |
notes | Increased range version of SA-18 Igla. Point-defense IR missile. No pre-launch warning. No radar emissions. No launch warning unless spotted visually or with Missile Warning System. Arguably the most lethal tactical threat you will face. |
counter | Difficult to detect. Maintain 3NM+ distance from target area. Flare pre-emptively during attack runs. Scout heavily, observe/mark any launches. Engage with any standoff munitions. |