Partner 2023: Serbia presents Apos Remote-Controlled Anti-Tank System.

During Partner 2023, the Military Technical Institute, under the auspices of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Serbia, has developed a remote-controlled anti-tank system known as Apos. Designed to be a modern, stationary, and wireless system, Apos aims to enhance defense capabilities against Main Battle Tanks (MBTs) and other types of Armored Fighting Vehicles (AFVs).
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Serbian Apos Remote Controlled Anti-Tank System at Partner 2023 (Picture source: Army Recognition)

The primary objective of the Apos system is to safeguard anticipated attack routes from MBTs and AFVs. One of its most significant advantages is that it eliminates the need for a soldier-operator to be in close proximity to enemy tanks to launch a missile. Instead, the system allows the operator to conduct observation, targeting, and triggering procedures from a safe distance, which can be up to 1,000 meters away from enemy lines. This feature significantly reduces the risk of personnel being subjected to counter-battery strikes.

The entire setup, including the tripod, weighs approximately 40 kilograms. The system dimensions are 1350 mm in length, 800 mm in width, and 800 mm in height.

Apos is equipped with an anti-tank launcher with a caliber of 120 mm, designated as M91. The effective range for launching a missile is up to 250 meters. In terms of penetration capabilities, the system can penetrate up to 800 mm.

The turret can rotate at a speed of 6 degrees per second within a range of 0 to 350 degrees. The elevation speed is 3 degrees per second, with a range from -20 degrees up to 50 degrees. This flexibility in turret movement allows for a wide range of targeting options.

The system comes with a wireless remote control for operation and features a day/night camera equipped with high-sensitivity optical and electronic zoom capabilities. This enhances the system's effectiveness in various lighting conditions and provides the operator with a robust observation and sighting device.

In summary, the Apos anti-tank system offers Serbia a modern, remote-controlled solution for defending against armored threats. Its design prioritizes the safety of the operators.