PstOhj 82
PstOhj 82 or AT-4 Spigot is a wireguided soviet second generation ATGM that
is considered as somewhat obsolete nowadays. The missiles penetration and first
hit knock-out capability of a modern main battle tank hit in the front is somewhat
questionable, and it does not use the top-attack as modern anti-tank missiles.
However if wisely used it may still be lethal, especially against the Soviet
T-series of tanks that have a fairly weak armour protection, as has been found
out in recent conflicts. The guidance system of the PstOhj 82 also ensures a
big probability for a first round hit. The system breaks down in burdens that
can be carried by the three men crew.
- Picture © Finnish Defence Forces
Maximum effective range: 2000 meter
Armour penetration: 500-600 mm
Launcher unit weight: 23 kg
Missile weight: 7 kg
Average velocity: 186 m/s
Time of flight to maximum effective range: 11 s
Night sight: Available
Thermal imaging sight: Available