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FN-16 Manpads

FN-16 is a new generation single-man-portable surface-to-air SHORAD missile system with infrared homing guidance, designed to intercept various ultra-low and low altitude targets including fighter, strike aircraft, armed helicopter, cruise missile and UAV. Made in China. Available for export to any countries by authorized Malaysian company.

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  1. General Overview – Description and purpose of FN-16.

  2. Key Features:

    • Infrared/UV dual-band guidance

    • Strong anti-jamming capabilities

    • Proximity and impact fusing

    • Direct aiming for ease of use

  3. Specifications:

    • Max range: 6,000 m

    • Max altitude: 4,000 m

    • Cruise speed: ≥ 600 m/s

    • Single shot kill probability: ≥ 0.8

    • System reaction time: ≤ 5 s

  4. Components:

    • Missile-in-tube (MIT)

    • Battery and Cooling Unit (BCU)

    • Launching Mechanism

    • Optical & Thermal Sight

    • Training & Test Equipment

  5. Operational Use:

    • Deployment methods (shoulder-fired, tripod, vehicle-mounted)

    • Firing procedures (manual and automatic)

    • Tactical use scenarios (urban, escort, ambush)

  6. Logistics & Maintenance:

    • 10-year shelf life

    • Field and depot storage guidelines

    • 2-level maintenance structure

  7. Safety & Transport:

    • Strict launch and handling regulations

    • Truck, train, air, and ship transport compatibility

  8. Expanded Use Cases:

    • Integrated vehicle platforms

    • Missile-gun hybrid systems for enhanced defense

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