India to get Swedish anti-armour weapon capable of hitting enemy tanks, choppers from confined spaces

The order includes the AT4CS AST, which can be fired from confined spaces such as from inside buildings, bunkers and other urban environments.

The Indian Army and the Indian Air Force are all set to get a new anti-armour weapon that can be used to hit enemy tanks, armoured vehicles, helicopters and landing craft. Swedish giant Saab will provide the weapon to India.

"AT4 weapon has been selected by the Indian Armed Forces through a competitive programme for a single-shot weapon. AT4 will be used by the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force," a statement from Saab said.