Mistral MANPADS: Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers start using foreign weapons to cover from air

The Armed Forces of Ukraine are actively using foreign weapons to resist Russian aggression, including the Mistral man-portable air-defense system.

The 3rd Separate Tank Brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has released photos of their military training.

Norway has previously announced its intention to hand over Mistral MANPADS to Ukraine.

In April, Norway made a decision to send approximately 100 systems to Ukraine.

However, it is not clear from the message whether it is the total number of launchers or the total number of anti-aircraft missiles transferred together with the launchers.

After receiving the Mistral man-portable air-defense system, the Armed Forces of Ukraine began creating mobile air defense teams.

“Come Back Alive” Foundation has donated vehicles to further equip these systems.

Mistral MANPADS is designed to destroy low-flying helicopters and enemy aircraft.

The MANPADS system includes an air-tight transport and launch container, tripod for its sighting devices, “friend or foe” identification, and a power source.

Its short-range anti-aircraft guided missiles are equipped with an infrared homing head, which allows it to hit air targets with a thermal signature.

The development of the missile was subject to the following objectives: a single missile for all modifications, independence of the launch method, and minimally required maintenance.

This MANPADS in various modifications is in service of the ground forces and fleets of 25 countries.