The post claims photos show a newly observed MANPADS launcher in Russia’s 51st air defense division that closely resembles Iran’s Misagh-2 / China’s QW-18. If accurate, it indicates a new (or newly fielded) short-range IR-guided air-defense missile type/variant entering Russian service, potentially improving engagement of drones and other low-signature aerial targets.
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missileside: russiafirst seen 2026-09-01
Possible new MANPADS in Russia's 51st Air Defense Division resembling Misagh-2/QW-18

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- TG: Swodki · https://t.me/swodki/623089На представленном фото запечатлены пусковые установки нового ПЗРК в составе 51-й дивизии ПВО, которые по своим внешним очертаниям и конструк