VIPER missile

The VIPER (Vertega Irányított Páncélellenes Rakéta  ''Vertega Guided Anti Tank Missile) is a third generation semi-active laser homing guided low-weight anti-tank guided missile developed since 1992 and manufactured by Vertega Aerospace Corporation. It was designed primarily to be fired by T-74S1M tanks' 125mm and 128mm guns, though it matches all types of 125mm and 128mm guns, including low recoil guns and low-weight guns of military armoured cars. It is also suitable for patrol ships. Unlike other tank rounds, VIPER does not need a tank gun for operation.

Overview
The VIPER is designed to achieve a 95 percent probability of kill under most conditions. It has a semi-active laser guidance system, capable of both direct and indirect laser designation—the target can be laser-designated by the launching platform (e.g. firing tank) or other platform (e.g. another tank, helicopter, UAV, or forward scouting team), requiring minimal exposure in the firing position. With a low launch signature, the missile’s trajectory can be set to match either top attack (armoured fighting vehicle, warship) or direct attack (helicopter gunship) engagements.