The initial propulsion phase where a high-thrust motor accelerates the missile to operational velocity.

Launched from a ground-based platform, such as a vehicle or tripod, rather than an aircraft or other airborne system.

A guidance system in ATGMs that uses infrared sensors to create a thermal image of the target for precise homing.

A lightweight, shoulder-fired anti-tank guided missile system designed for individual soldier transport and operation.

A tandem warhead configuration in anti-tank missiles where a smaller precursor charge detonates reactive armor, followed by a larger main charge to penetrate the underlying armor.

Missile guidance system where commands are transmitted via a physical wire link between the launch point and the missile during flight.