9M133 Kornet Russian ATGM

The 9M133 Kornet is a Russian anti-tank missile (ATGM). It is a second generation ATGM intended to deal with main battle tanks and to engage slow and low flying helicopters, but is not intended to fully replace previous systems, due to the cost. The missile carries the GRAU designation 9M133 and the NATO reporting name AT-14 Spriggan.

The Kornet Anti Tank Missile system is an advanced second-generation ATGM.

The 9M133 missile together with its 9P163-1 tripod launcher and 1PN79-1 thermal sight forms the 9K123 missile system, the 9K123 can be carried and operated by a two-person infantry crew. In addition to an infantary portable version the 9K133 the system has been integrated into a variety of other vehicles and weapons systems as either an upgrade package or new weapon system. The 9K133 has been fitted into a BMP-3 to form the 9P163M-1 tank destroyer and is similar in function to the Khrizantema missile system. The 9P163M-1 carries two 9M133 missiles on launch rails which are extended from a stowed position during transit. Missile are re-loaded automatically by the tank destroyer from an internal magazine with 16 rounds (missiles are stored and transported in sealed canisters). NBC protection is provided for the two crew (gunner and driver) of each 9P163M-1 in addition to full armour protection equivalent to the standard BMP-3 chassist. The guidance system of the 9P163M-1 allows two missiles to be fired at once, the missiles operating on different guidance (laser) channels.

The KBP Instrument Design Bureau has also marketed the 9K133 system as part of the Kvartet for mounting on vehicles and boats, the system has four missiles on ready to launch rails along with associated guidance and sighting system all packaged in a single turret. The turret has space for an additional five rounds and is operated by a single individual, the guidance system also allows two missiles to be fired at once. Another upgrade possibility is the Kliver missile and gun turret, seen as an upgrade option for the BTR series of APC, BMP-1 IFV and patrol boats. It has a similar capabilities as the Kvartet turret but also carries a 30 mm 2A72 cannon, the turret weight is 1500 kg. Finally the 9M133 is also available in the BEREZHOK turret upgrade also made available by KBP.

Variants

• 9M133-1 - 9M133 missile with Tandem HEAT warhead.
• 9M133F-1 - 9M133 missile with Thermobaric warhead.

9M133 Kornet
Type	Anti-tank missile
Place of origin	Russia
Service history
In service	1994-present
Used by	Algeria - 218, Azerbaijan - 60, Morocco, Greece - 196, Hezbollah India - 250 Kornet-E, Jordan, Syria, UAE, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Russia - 750, Turkey - 80, Peru
Production history
Designer	KBP Instrument Design Bureau
Manufacturer	KBP Instrument Design Bureau
Variants	9M123, 9M123-2, 9M123F, 9M123F-2
Specifications (9M133)
Weight	27 kg (29 kg with launch tube)
Length	1200 mm
Diameter	152 mm
Warhead	1000-1200 mm RHA penetration after ERA with Tandem HEAT, Thermobaric
Warhead weight	7 kg HEAT, 10 kg TNT equivalent Thermobaric
Detonation mechanism	Impact fuze
Wingspan	460 mm
Propellant	Solid-fuel rocket
Operational range	100-5500m
Guidance system	SACLOS laser beam riding
Steering system	Two control surfaces
Accuracy	<5 m