29 Aug 2026
Iran showcased the test launch of its new Badr anti-tank missile
Iran recently showcased the first public launch of its Badr anti-tank missile. It is believed that this missile was developed based on the Almas anti-tank guided missile (ATGM), but with a reduced caliber of 110 mm instead of 130 mm, which allows it to be operated by a single operator due to its lighter design (weighing about 15 kg). The missile follows a "fire-and-forget" principle, with a range of up to 2 km and the ability to penetrate armor up to 600 mm thick.
Based on the footage of the test launch, the missile strikes the target at a steep angle, making it capable of hitting the upper hemisphere of armored vehicles, which is typically the most vulnerable area.
It is expected that the Badr will replace ATGMs like the Saeghe, and according to Western analysts, the new missile is likely to appear in the Middle East soon.
The development of domestically produced ATGMs in Iran began in the 1970s after the purchase of the American BGM-71 TOW missiles in 1971. Based on these, the Toophan missile system was created, which became the foundation for the further development of Iranian anti-tank systems. Additionally, the Raad missile was developed, based on the Soviet 9M14M "Malyutka" which played an important role in the evolution of Iran's ATGMs.
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