AT-7 (Saxhorn) / 9M115 (Mongrel)

History

The AT-7 "Saxhorn," also known as "9K115 Metis," is a portable anti-tank missile system that was developed to work alongside the AT-4 "Spigot" family of missile systems. It has been used by over 30 countries, including Soviet-aligned nations. The AT-7 is operated by a two-person team, with one managing the optics and launcher, and the other reloading the missile tube. The system's design has evolved to include a lighter missile and a simplified tripod, enhancing its portability.

Introduced in 1979, the AT-7 Saxhorn retains the overall appearance of its predecessor, the AT-4. However, it introduces advancements such as improved missiles built to modern standards. These missiles are wire-guided, with a maximum range of around 1,000 meters and a minimum safe distance of 40 meters. The missile's warhead is designed to target tanks and weighs approximately 5.5 pounds.

An upgraded version known as the "AT-13 Saxhorn-2" or "9K115-2 Metis-M" was introduced in 1992. This iteration features a heavier missile with a larger warhead, allowing for better penetration and increased effectiveness against armored targets. The AT-7 and its variants continue to be in service in various countries, including Croatia, Hungary, Iran, Moldova, Poland, and Syria.

Specification

Basic

Year of Service: 1979

Origins: Soviet Union

Categories

Manufacturer: KBP Instrument Design Bureau - USSR/Russia

Operator: Croatia; Hezbollah; Hungary; Iran; Moldova; North Korea; Poland; Russia; Soviet Union; Syria

Roles

Anti-Tank/Anti-Tank/Anti-Material

Designed to engage at long range and defeat armored/enemy tanks.

Dimensions and Weight

Overall Length: 740mm (29.13 inches)

Barrel length: 740mm (29.13 inches)

Cured weight: 13.89 lbs (6.30 kg)

Attractions: Included optic

Cartridges and Paper Feeds

Caliber*: 94mm

Circle/Feed: Single-Shot; Reusable

PERFORMANCE

Max Eff. Range: 3,280 ft (1,000 m | 1,093 yd)

Rate-of-Fire: 3 rds/min

VARIANTS

AT-7 (Saxhorn) / 9M115 - Base Series DesignationAT-13 (Saxhorn-2) / 9M131 - Improved Version with reworked missile component.