Spike ER Stan Low-poly 3D model

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Spike is an Israeli fourth generation man-portable fire-and-forget anti-tank guided missile and anti-personnel missile with a tandem-charge HEAT warhead, developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. Engaging and destroying targets within line-of-sight of the launcher are capabilities of the Spike. Manufactured since 1980, this missile system is known for its speed in operation; it takes just 30 seconds to prepare the launcher for firing. The entire process from firing to reloading can be done within a span of one minute, making it a highly efficient anti-tank and anti-personnel weapon. Multiple variants of Spike are used globally by several countries for various purposes. Its versions like SR, MR, LR, ER, NLOS cater to specific requirements; some targeting short distances while others being designed for longer range missions. Operators worldwide have utilized Spike during conflicts in Afghanistan, the 2014 Israel-Gaza conflict, Iraq War, Lebanon war, Second Intifada and Gaza war, among others. Since its production began, more than 27,000 units of the missile system have been built across multiple manufacturing plants. Production history is tied to development by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems with partnership with Diehl BGT Defence and Bharat Dynamics Limited; variants being produced by several countries. Key components include Command and Launcher Unit (CLU), thermal sight and tripod. A range of weights is found among various types; the SR version having a weight of 55 kilograms when in complete condition.