A Ukrainian soldier shot down a million-dollar missile with a single shot using a conventional Igla anti-aircraft portable system.
It happened during a massive rocket attack. Such skill of defenders is very captivating. After all, the Igla air defense system has been in service with us since 1981. The military managed to grab not only the missile, but also the moment they hit the target in the field.
It is clear that the military worked in pairs: one directed and reported when the missile approached. The other one, the MANPADS operator himself, fired accurately.
The video shows not only the moment of the shot, but also the defeat of the rocket.
It is clear from the video that the hero’s name is Ivan, and we also understand joyful emotions, which the military did not hide after skillful work.
What is known about the Igla MANPADS
This is a Soviet portable anti-aircraft missile system. It is designed to destroy low-flying air targets on head-on and running courses. It has been in service since 1981. The target engagement range is up to 5,000 meters at an altitude of up to 3.5 km.
How many missiles Russia fired at Ukraine
During October 10, during a massive attack Ukrainian cities, Russian troops launched more than 84 missile and air strikes. For terrorist shelling of Ukraine, Russia used:
- cruise missiles,
- ballistic missiles,
- anti-aircraft guided missiles,
- assault drones aircraft.
Pay attention! The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Defense Ministry said that the Russians were preparing a massive missile attack on Ukraine on October 2 and 3.
