The FN-M Portable Air Defense Missile System is a cutting-edge, man-portable surface-to-air missile (MANPADS) system designed for rapid deployment and high effectiveness against low-altitude aerial threats. Developed with advanced infrared homing guidance, robust countermeasure resistance, and user-friendly operation, the FN-M provides frontline troops, special forces, and rapid response units with a reliable and lethal air defense capability in diverse operational environments.
Ideal for point defense, mobile operations, and asymmetric warfare scenarios, the FN-M ensures superior protection against helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), cruise missiles, and low-flying fixed-wing aircraft. Its lightweight design, quick setup time, and all-weather operational capability make it a critical asset for modern integrated air defense networks.
Key Features:
- Fire-and-Forget Operation: Infrared imaging seeker with advanced IIR (Imaging Infrared) technology for high target discrimination and reduced susceptibility to jamming.
- High Mobility: Fully portable by a two-man team; ready to fire in under 30 seconds.
- All-Weather Performance: Capable of operation in adverse weather conditions, including fog, rain, and dust.
- Advanced Counter-Countermeasures (CCM): Equipped with multi-band IR seeker and digital signal processing to defeat flares and other decoys.
- Versatile Target Engagement: Effective against a wide range of aerial threats, including UAVs, helicopters, and jet aircraft flying at low to medium altitudes.
- Integrated IFF System: Compatible with standard Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) modules to minimize the risk of fratricide.
- Modular Design: Easy maintenance, upgrade, and logistics support.
Technical Specifications:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| System Type | Man-Portable Air Defense System (MANPADS) |
| Missile Length | 1.65 m |
| Missile Diameter | 72 mm |
| Missile Weight | 11.2 kg (missile only), 18.5 kg (complete round in launch tube) |
| Launcher Unit Weight | 1.8 kg (gripstock and battery coolant unit) |
| Total System Weight | ~20.3 kg (ready to fire) |
| Effective Range | 500 m – 6,000 m |
| Effective Altitude | 10 m – 3,500 m |
| Guidance System | Imaging Infrared (IIR) + Advanced CCM Algorithms |
| Warhead Type | High-Explosive Fragmentation with Proximity & Impact Fuses |
| Warhead Weight | 2.2 kg |
| Propulsion | Dual-thrust solid-fuel rocket motor |
| Speed | Mach 2.6+ |
| Target Acquisition | Integrated thermal sight or helmet-mounted cueing |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +60°C |
| Launch Platform | Shoulder-fired, tripod optional |
| Reload Time | < 15 seconds |
| Shelf Life | 10 years (sealed container) |
| IFF Compatibility | Mode 4 / Mode 5 (optional) |
Operational Flexibility & Integration
The FN-M Man Portable Surface to Air Missile system supports both autonomous and networked operations. It can be integrated with command and control (C2) systems for coordinated air defense, or used independently in remote or fast-moving combat zones. Its ergonomic design and intuitive interface allow for rapid training and deployment with minimal supervision.
Export & Support
Available for international customers with full training, technical support, and lifecycle maintenance packages. The FN-M complies with international arms transfer standards and can be customized to meet specific national defense requirements.
